Careers

Permanent - Full time

He angitūtanga - The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Building Control Officer to join us on a permanent, full-time basis. Joining a dedicated team, you will perform a range of tasks relating to building-related BCA and Territorial Authority (TA) functions. This primarily involves processing building consent applications, Certificates of Acceptance, Project Information Memorandums and Exemptions and TA related activities.

He kōrero mōu - About you

You will have:

• 3-5 years experience in a similar role.
• R1-2 and C1-2 competency.
• A qualification recognised in Regulation 18 of the Building Regulations 2006 Act is essential. This must be a diploma or bachelor’s in construction, surveying, drafting, engineering or similar.
• A thorough knowledge of relevant legislation and bylaws.
• High level of computer literacy especially with relevant programmes/software.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• An understanding of the Council environment, and an appreciation for the political and sensitive nature of Local Government.
• A valid full New Zealand driver’s license.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou - What we offer

Working at Westland District Council – Te Kahui o Poutini is an opportunity to build on your experience as a Building Control Officer and broaden your skill set through training, development and practice in a wide range of job-specific tasks and activities. We offer:

• Flexible work options.
• Professional development opportunities.
• KiwiSaver 3% additional.
• Additional three days leave between Christmas and New Year.
• Views of the Southern Alps and Aoraki Mount Cook
• No traffic lights!

 Tono mai ināianei - Apply now 

This is your chance to work in the Westland District.

A full position description is available here.

To apply for this position, see 'How to Apply' above.

Applications close 17 November 2024 or when the vacancy is filled. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Fixed-term - Part-time

He angitūtanga - The opportunity

The Hokitika Museum will soon open two new exhibition galleries with a touring exhibition, and to support that we are seeking a fixed term, part-time Visitor Service Officer to support this. The role requires you to work weekends and some public holidays for the duration of the Kura Pounamu exhibition (until April 2025). You will play a key role in ensuring smooth operations in the new museum, confidently managing the space and coordinating volunteer assistance during weekends. 

He kōrero mōu - About you

You will have:

• 3-4 years secondary schooling.
• Prior experience working in museums, galleries or cultural institutions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of local history or a willingness to learn.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou - What we offer

Working at the Hokitika Museum is an opportunity to learn about the rich history and culture of Hokitika. You will be part of a small team with a supportive and engaging work environment and have the chance to contribute to the local community. We offer:

• KiwiSaver 3% additional.
• Views of the Southern Alps and Aoraki Mount Cook.
•  8% holiday pay

 Tono mai ināianei - Apply now 

This is your chance to work in the Westland District.

A full position description is available here.

To apply for this position, see 'How to Apply' above.

Applications close 27 November 2024 or when the vacancy is filled. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please visit Sheffield to apply for this role.

• Strong community and customer focussed role
• A forward-thinking ‘enabler’
• Based in Hokitika

About The Role: 

The Group Manager - Regulatory and Compliance is responsible for overseeing the regulatory and compliance functions across Westland District Council.  Reporting to the Chief Executive, this opportunity is a mix of strategic and operational skills. 

A key focus of the role is delivering a high quality, customer-focused building control and planning function for the district.  This will involve applying a forward-thinking and innovative approach to how the function can be further developed.

Other key responsibilities include managing the Environmental Health, Liquor Licensing and Animal Control and Compliance functions of the Council.

With four direct reports, the role will require a person to develop and empower a high performing, customer-centric regulatory team while they look up, out and across the district, local government sector and beyond.  

Skills & Experience: 

The successful candidate will have a building control or planning background, with solid experience working with the RMA, building industry legislation and policies and procedures.  Ideally, you will have developed strong commercial skills, bring a strategic focus and understand how to balance a regulatory approach with positive outcomes.  This represents an excellent opportunity for an aspiring candidate to step up to executive level, in a supportive environment.

In addition, ideally you will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience developing a customer focused culture within your team, as well as improving relationships and collaboration across the organisation.
• A good understanding of Council planning and regulatory responsibilities, with proven experience in the development and review of bylaws/policies (or equivalent).
• An understanding of the Council environment, and an appreciation for the political and sensitive nature of Local Government.
• Contract and financial management skills.
• A track record of team leadership, leading by example, modelling Council values.
• A high level of computer literacy with software proficiency covering a variety of applications.
• A Post Graduate Degree/Degree in a relevant subject area is essential.

The Westland District Council is in a strong position with good governance and leadership, with the Executive Team working together to build strong relationships across the business units.  Collaboration and continuous improvement are important themes as they work to deliver strategic outcomes and priorities for their community and district.

Benefits:

The real benefit of this role is the ability to have a tangible impact on the future of the Westland District. 

Working at Westland District Council also gives you an opportunity to showcase your strategic and operational expertise and broaden your skill set. This is an opportunity to work in an area that is surrounded by mountains, rainforest, rivers and lakes. You will become part of and contribute to a growing vibrant community, where the great outdoors is right on your doorstep. 

Other benefits include:

• Flexible work options
• Professional development opportunities
• KiwiSaver 3% additional
• Sick leave available upon commencement
• Additional three days leave between Christmas and New Year
• Positive workplace culture