Building WoF Officer

• Make a Difference in Building Safety – Join Our Team as a BWoF Officer!
• Exciting career growth and development opportunities
• Fixed-term, full time role based in Auckland CBD, through to February 2026

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Our Building Consent department ensures safe sustainable buildings for Aucklanders' and makes it easier to build compliant developments in the Auckland region. The department ensures there is a strong focus on customer-centric delivery and provides first-rate business services. The Building Warrant of Fitness (BWoF) process, as set out in the Building Act 2004 and related regulations, play an important role in maintaining the safety of commercial buildings and the occupants within.

In this full-time role, you are responsible for managing the end-to-end BWoF renewal process and providing sound advice to relevant stakeholders in the building industry. You will work closely with BWoF agents, Independent Qualified Persons (IQPs), building owners and the building control team on technical issues related to compliance schedules and BWoFs.

In undertaking this role, you will help ensure compliance with the Building Act and the safety of commercial buildings and the occupants within. This role may also include the creation and amendments of Compliance Schedules as well as providing occasional support to the Code Compliance Certification team.

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

• Managing the end-to-end BWoF renewal process, including amending compliance schedules.
• Promoting owners' responsibilities and obligations regarding BWoF.
• Ensuring all BWoF processes are aligned with council policies, regulations, and legislation.

Click HERE to access Position Description

He kōrero mōu: About you

Whether you bring relevant tertiary qualifications or technical expertise in Compliance Schedules, building warrant of fitness, or related fields, we want to hear from you. While experience in this realm is advantageous, it's not a deal-breaker.

If you possess a solid grasp of the requirements outlined in the Building Act 2004 and stay updated on legislation, rules, and industry standards for BWoFs – fantastic! However, we are committed to providing training for the right candidate.

Key attributes we're seeking include:

• Ability to build effective relationships with BWoF agents, IQPs, building owners, and technical experts while managing conflict professionally and maintaining a positive working environment.
• Strong computer literacy is essential, as the role is primarily system-based and requires effective navigation of our internal tools.
• A strong commitment to prioritising customer and stakeholder needs in decision making and delivering high quality service.
• Quick to grasp compliance schedules, building features, and BWoF-related issues, ensuring accurate and timely responses.
• While experience in compliance schedules and BWoF is preferred, a willingness to learn and grow in the field is key to success in this role.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.6 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a city we are proud of for our ratepayers and residents.

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

In return for your hard work, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and be a part of a friendly and collaborative team that is dedicated to our customers. You will receive dedicated training and development to help build your career and on top of this, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts. Click HERE to find out more about our employee benefits package.

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close 18 February 2025

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.

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