Job Description

• Lead the future of building excellence
• Drive innovation and excellence in building safety

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Building Consents delivers local and regional services to ensure that Auckland’s buildings are both safe and sustainable.

We are currently offering an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader Field Surveying within our Field Surveying team based at Auckland Central. In this role, you will provide crucial leadership, coaching, and technical support to a dedicated group of building surveyors and support staff. Your main objective will be to ensure the effective and coordinated delivery of building inspection services, while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

Day-to-day you could expect to work on:

• Leading and guiding the field surveying team to meet building consent objectives and deliverables.
• Overseeing adherence to policies and procedures in the Quality Management System.
• Managing team performance, including coaching, mentoring, and resolving performance issues.
• Providing training and professional development opportunities for team members.
• Addressing escalated issues and communicating with management as needed.

He kōrero mōu: About you

This role requires experience in similar leadership roles, with a sound understanding of building design, construction principles, and relevant regulations. We are looking for a candidate who excels in communication, possesses strong people management skills, and has a passion for mentoring and developing others. You should be adept at fostering a collaborative team environment and driving continuous improvement.

We will be looking for specific experience with:

• A National Diploma in Building Control Surveying or an equivalent qualification, or a relevant professional or tertiary qualification acceptable under Regulation 18 (IANZ).
• 8-10 years of cumulative experience in building regulatory or related industries.
• At least 3 years of senior-level experience in a regulatory environment, with familiarity with legislation such as the Building Act, RMA, LGA, and Auckland Council Bylaws.
• Extensive knowledge of building design, construction principles, and engineering disciplines.
• Strong customer service skills and a proven ability to manage and motivate a team.

If you are a dedicated leader with a passion for building excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.

We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE.

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If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.

You can find the position description HERE

Applications close Tuesday 21 April 2026 at 11:59 pm

The remuneration range for this role is $130,000 - $140,000 per annum (based on skills and experience)

Our employer KiwiSaver contribution is additional to base salary offered

** * Please note this role is deemed safety-sensitive and will require a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

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Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.