Team Leader: Building Processing

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Te Tūranga | About the role

Tauranga is one of New Zealand’s fastest‑growing cities, and we’re looking for an experienced and people‑focused Team Leader to lead our Building Consent Processing team.

In this role, you’ll provide strong leadership and technical guidance to ensure building consents are processed accurately, fairly, and on time. You’ll support your team to do great work in a busy regulatory environment, while building strong working relationships with customers, industry, and internal stakeholders.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll balance technical expertise with coaching, performance management, and continuous improvement.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading the Building Consent Processing team to deliver accurate, timely, and consistent consent decisions
• Setting clear expectations and managing performance against statutory timeframes and service standards
• Providing technical leadership and acting as the escalation point for complex building consent matters
• Coaching, developing, and supporting team members to build capability and confidence
• Building effective working relationships across Building Services, with customers and industry professionals
• Driving continuous improvement of processes, systems, and ways of working
• Actively engaging with the BCA Quality Assurance System to support accreditation and compliance

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

You’ll bring strong leadership experience in a technical or regulatory environment, along with a calm and confident approach in high‑pressure situations. You’ll also have:

• A qualification that meets Regulation 18 requirements (NZQA Level 6 or above) in building, surveying, engineering, or construction
• Significant experience (10+ years) leading a high‑performing technical team
• Strong knowledge of the Building Act 2004, Building Code, and associated regulations
• The ability to interpret legislation and apply it in practical, proportionate ways
• Excellent communication skills and a customer‑focused mindset
• A collaborative leadership style that supports learning, accountability, and continuous improvement

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.

You can find out more about working at Tauranga City Council here.

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 Steve Pearce at steve.pearce@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 Monday 2nd March

We’re committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities.
If you need any support or adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz

• You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
• Tauranga City Council does not accept unsolicited contact or applications from recruitment agencies. We will not pay fees or commissions related to unsolicited contact.

Job Description: Team Leader: Building Processing