Are you a master communicator? Transition easily between tasks and love a fast-paced environment? We are seeking an Administrator - Building Inspections to join our small team to cover a period of parental leave.

About us

Here at Whangarei District Council, we take genuine pride in having one of New Zealand's most welcoming and supportive work environments. We're always on the lookout for community minded, dedicated individuals who get satisfaction from knowing the work they do really makes a difference.

About the role

Your primary focus will be to coordinate the booking of building inspections which happen throughout the lifecycle of a build. Our dedicated team work cohesively answering incoming calls, scheduling inspections, and supporting our team of building inspectors working across the district.

You'll be involved with the organisation of incoming mail and achieving code of compliance. We have lots of different systems we use, and well-established processes, but each inspection brings its own nuances, so being openminded and flexible would help you succeed.

About you
We're a tight-knit support team looking for someone who's collaborative, reliable, and takes pride in their work. Building knowledge is a bonus, but not essential—we value attitude and team fit above all.

You will also:

• Thrive on the phone and enjoy working in a fast-paced, service-driven environment
• Be a multitasker who can switch gears smoothly throughout the day
• Be keen to learn from our audited procedure manuals and contribute to process improvements
• Have excellent communication skills—both written and verbal
• Be confident on computers and navigating digital systems
• You can manage your own workload and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines
• Familiarity with local geography would be a bonus

How to apply?

There's a lot that'll make you 'Love it Here!' and we are eager to hear from people who would like to know more about this exciting opportunity. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply - your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience and capabilities.

To apply for this position, go to http://careers.wdc.govt.nz or click the apply now button.   For transparency, we plan to review applications as they are received, which may be before the closing date.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact People and Capability team on: (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.