Team Lead - Building Control - Alexandra

Posted: 24/09/2026

Closing Date: 30/10/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Alexandra

Job Category: Operations

Central Otago District Council is creating two Team Lead – Building Control opportunities – one based in Alexandra and one in Cromwell.

These are hands-on leadership roles for experienced Building Control professionals who enjoy developing people, solving technical challenges and making a real difference to how a Building Control service performs.

You won't be stepping away from the technical work. You'll combine your Building Control expertise with day-to-day leadership of a local team, helping our people grow, supporting sound regulatory decisions and working alongside your fellow Team Lead to deliver a consistent Building Control service across Central Otago.

Key Responsibilities

Team Lead Building Control - Alexandra Job Description

You'll lead and support Building Control Officers at your service centre while remaining actively involved in technical Building Control work. You'll:

• lead, coach and develop Building Control Officers, supporting their performance, competency and professional growth
• coordinate workloads, resources and inspection coverage to keep work moving and support statutory timeframes
• provide senior technical leadership across consent processing, inspections and Code Compliance Certificates
• support your team with complex or higher-risk technical and regulatory matters
• promote consistent, well-reasoned and defensible regulatory decision-making
• contribute to our Quality Assurance System, BCA accreditation and continuous improvement
• work closely with the other Team Lead to balance resources and maintain consistency across the district
• work alongside our Regulatory Support and Building Support teams to deliver a joined-up service
• continue undertaking technical Building Control work to maintain your own professional competency

This is an opportunity to shape how Building Control is delivered at service-centre level while being part of one district-wide team.

You'll have the opportunity to influence team capability, technical consistency, service delivery and continuous improvement – without losing the hands-on Building Control work that keeps you connected to the profession.

You'll also be working in Central Otago – an area with diverse residential and commercial development, interesting technical work and an enviable place to live and work.

About You

Desired Skills and Experience

We're looking for experienced Building Control professionals who are technically credible, approachable and ready to lead.

• a recognised building industry qualification meeting Regulation 18 requirements
• 5–7 years' Building Control experience
• demonstrated Residential 1–3 and at least Commercial 2 competency across BCA functions
• sound knowledge of the Building Act, Building Code and BCA accreditation environment
• leadership experience through coaching, mentoring or supervising others
• sound judgement and the confidence to make and support regulatory decisions
• strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• a collaborative leadership style and genuine interest in developing others

Benefits

• Dog friendly workplace
• An active social club
• Learning and development opportunities
• Supportive team culture
• Wellbeing programme
• Additional leave

Here at Central Otago District Council, we are a team with a common goal – to make a meaningful impact on our community and shaping the future of this remarkable region. Joining CODC means more than just finding a new workplace; it’s about becoming a part of a network of forward-thinking individuals who are passionate about creating a positive and enjoyable work environment every day.

As a values-based organisation, we centre our work on our whakataukī: ‘Me manaaki tētahi ki tētahi, me pakihiwitahi te tū – kia haere tahi ai tātou’ - Respect each other, stand shoulder to shoulder – So that we may travel on this journey together.

How To Apply

Ready to jump in? We’d love to meet you. Send us your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role feels right for you. We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait — take the next step today.

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.

Applications close 30/10/2026.