Technical Training Specialist

He angitūtanga: The opportunity 

Joining the team as a Technical Training Specialist, you will work closely with the teams within Building Consents, providing technical advice and support to deliver successful, professional training programs and initiatives that support business needs, ensuring a positive customer experience. 

In this role, you will also work closely with building consents specialists and other training and development professionals, designing and delivering a range of courses – from a few hours to fully immersive 6-week courses. 

You'll also ensure that you are abreast of any changes to national and local legislation and regulations that could affect course content. Critically, you'll also be responsible for deploying updated information in a simple, easy-to-understand way to all appropriate teams and hubs across Auckland. You will be joining a team that is creative, collaborative, and has a key role in developing building surveyors nationally. 

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He kōrero mōu: About you

You are a Training Specialist with extensive technical knowledge in the field of building surveying or in the building control field. Ideally, you hold a tertiary qualification in building surveying or a similar technical qualification. You have a comprehensive understanding of the New Zealand Building Act, building code and associated regulations. This, combined with your background in education and training makes you a credible facilitator with the ability to easily draw on your own expertise.  

Your facilitation skills combined with your working knowledge of learning material authoring methodologies will mean you are comfortable coaching and training staff at all levels.  Your experience working with external training providers/institutes/universities will be valuable in researching specific topics and arranging technical training sessions. 

Your excellent communication skills combined with your appreciation of strong stakeholder relationships will ensure a strong focus on customer-centric delivery, providing first-rate customer service and training solutions. As this position may require you to travel around the region using Council vehicles, you’ll also hold a full, clean New Zealand driver’s license. 

 
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

We have an incomparable range of development and career progression opportunities across Auckland Council. We offer flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary. You’ll be joining a team of dedicated technical experts who strive to ensure that all building consents staff have the training and skills they require to perform at the highest level.

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

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Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Application close date 28th of November 2025

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.