Tā tātou atarua – Our vision
By investing in our people, caring for the environment, respecting the Mana Whenua cultural heritage, and enabling investment, growth, and development we will enrich our district and the people that reside here.
He angitūtanga - The opportunity
Te Kahui o Poutini - Westland District Council is based in Hokitika on the South Island’s beautiful West Coast. This is your opportunity to work in an area that is surrounded by mountains, rainforest, rivers and lakes. You will become part of and contribute to a growing vibrant community, where the great outdoors is right on your doorstep.
We are seeking an experienced Building Control Officer - Processing (Commercial & Residential) to join us on a permanent, full-time basis. Joining a dedicated team, you will perform a range of tasks relating to building-related BCA and Territorial Authority (TA) functions. This primarily involves processing building consent applications, Certificates of Acceptance, Project Information Memorandums and Exemptions and TA related activities, and providing advice to customers on building related projects.
He kōrero mōu - About you
You will have:
- Assessed current competency under the NZ competency assessment system of at least Res 3 and Com 2 or 3 level for building consent processing
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the building industry, or demonstrated capacity through a related role in New Zealand to perform the functions of this role with minimal training
- Hold a qualification recognised in Regulation 18 of the Building Regulations 2006 Act. This must be a diploma or bachelor’s in construction, surveying, drafting, engineering or similar
- Highly motivated team player
- Good overall knowledge of building industry legislation, policies and procedures
- Expert knowledge of building construction standards
- Leadership qualities, including ability to motivate and guide other staff
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to ensure that work is completed to a high standard and to meet deadlines
- High level of computer literacy especially with relevant programmes/software
- Excellent communicator
- An understanding of the Council environment, and an appreciation for the political and sensitive nature of Local Government
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou - What we offer
Working at Westland District Council – Te Kahui o Poutini is an opportunity to build on your experience as a Building Control Officer and broaden your skill set through training, development and practice in a wide range of job-specific tasks and activities.
We offer:
· 3 days extra leave between Christmas and New Year’s
· Views of the Southern Alps and Aoraki Mount Cook
· No traffic lights!
Tono mai ināianei - Apply now
This is your chance to work in the Westland District.
An application form, along with a full CV and cover letter is required to apply for the position. You must have the legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.
For enquiries about the role, please email hr@westlanddc.govt.nz.
Applications close 14 December 2025 or when the vacancy is filled. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
