Building Support Officer - Queenstown (QLDC)

Employing over 600 people in one of the most stunning locations in the country, Queenstown Lakes District Council is at the very heart of a dynamic community. Our services are essential to the people in our region and include infrastructure development, community recreational facilities and planning, building and other regulatory services.

We’re proud to be QLDC, and in response to the growth the district has experienced over recent years, QLDC has itself experienced substantial growth. We genuinely believe in developing our people and providing them with all the tools and opportunities needed to succeed.

About the role:
You will be responsible for entering and issuing building consents and all administration tasks in relation to the requirements of the Building Act 2004 and Building Control Authority.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Receiving, processing and issuing consent applications, including sourcing information and verifying accuracy of information obtained with the appropriate staff.
• Dealing with initial customer inquiries and offer advice on a wide range of legalisation and applications including; Building consents, Building Act, LGOIMA requests, Building Control
  Authority regulations. 
• Booking inspections for multiple Building Control Officers across the QLDC area, understanding the BCA requirement of the BCO’s competency, inspection types and the geographical area.
• Managing all documentation relating to the consent processes.

What we offer
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, wellbeing, and professional growth, including:

• Southern Cross Wellbeing One Plan
• Discounted membership to our health and fitness facilities
• Hybrid working practices
• Genuine commitment to your training and career development

What you'll bring to the role:
You will have a minimum of 5 years working in a building environment or administration. You will have excellent communication skills, both written and oral and demonstrated planning and organisational skills with an excellent eye for detail and the ability to effectively multitask.

• Minimum education of NCEA Level 3 or National Certificate Level 3.
• A relevant tertiary qualification is desirable.
• Well-developed computer knowledge, particularly in the use of Microsoft Office, word, excel and other databases/software applications.

Click 'Apply Now' and submit your C.V. and cover letter or direct any questions to Nancy Benington, Team Leader - Building Support, on [email protected].

Applications close: Friday 20th December

Please note we will review and process applications as they come through; we encourage your early application.