Compliance Officer - Building

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Te Tūranga | About the role

We’re seeking a Compliance Officer to join our team, replacing a valued staff member who is retiring after years of dedicated service. This is a unique opportunity to bring your building expertise into a role that directly supports safety and regulatory compliance.

In this role, you’ll carry out site visits and investigations related to building work and hazardous substances, as part of a well-established and highly supportive Compliance Team.   You’ll make sure people are following the rules and help them understand what’s required. Your work will support safe practices and make it easier for the public to comply with regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit sites and carry out checks under building laws
• Processing of Certificates of Compliance and Discretionary Exemptions
• Give clear advice to help people meet their legal responsibilities
• Look into issues where rules may not be followed
• Keep good records and help improve our processes

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring;

• Strong experience in the building trade and know your way around the Building Code 
• A step-by-step approach to solving problems
• Great communication skills and a focus on helping customers
• Ability to understand and apply laws and guidelines
• A strong sense of safety, fairness, and public service
• Excellent time management and a good “attention to detail” mindset

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.

We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace.

To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.

Te Tukanga | How to apply

If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Denise Hyde at denise.hyde@tauranga.govt.nz

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link.

Applications will close Friday 8th August 2025

We aim to attract a diverse pool of candidates that reflect our communities. It is a priority to ensure that individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life are encouraged to apply for our positions. Should you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz.

• Tauranga City Council will not accept applications or contact from any placement service, temporary staffing agency, or professional recruiter for this vacancy. If/where Tauranga City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our network of agencies. We ask that you please do not contact Tauranga City Council or any of its employees regarding vacancies. Tauranga City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to such unsolicited contact.

Job Description: Compliance Officer - Building