Consents Team Lead

Inspire and lead a high-performing team delivering exceptional commercial consent servicesDrive positive outcomes for our community through safe, sustainable, and compliant developmentEnjoy outstanding benefits, including wellbeing initiatives and flexible working arrangementsAbout The RoleOur Building Control team plays a vital role in ensuring that commercial and residential developments meet safety and sustainability standards across Lower Hutt Te Awakairangi. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced leader to head our Commercial Consents Team, who can:Lead & Support: Inspire and mentor the consents processing team to deliver efficient and compliant consenting decisions in line with the Building Act 2004 and NZ Building Code.Collaborate: Partner with inspection teams and other consents teams to deliver a seamless, adaptable, and customer-focused building service.Drive Strategy & Improvement: Develop and implement strategies that ensure business continuity, continuous improvement, and alignment with Council priorities.Manage Performance: Monitor team and contractor compliance, competency, and productivity, providing regular performance reporting.Champion Leadership & Culture: Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture that embraces Council values, Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, and the use of reo Māori.About YouWe're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking leader with:A relevant tertiary qualification or professional accreditation meeting regulatory requirements.Proven leadership experience within territorial authorities or the building/construction sector.Strong skills in managing and developing high-performing teams in technical and regulatory environments.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.Knowledge of building consents processing and construction practices.About UsAt Hutt City Council our vision is to build a connected, resilient and inclusive city where all our people thrive. Kia noho mai tēnei tāone hei pou herenga waka, hei pou herenga kaupapa, hei wāhi whai hua ki hōna iwi.Our people are 'proud to be part of it' - working here is truly rewarding knowing together we're making a genuine difference to Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt and its people, both now and into the future. Tūhono mai. Come join us!Some Of Our Great Benefits IncludePaid birthday leave! Take a day off to celebrate YOUWellbeing leave, plus additional wellbeing benefitsFlexible working optionsOne paid volunteer leave day each yearApplications close at 11.55pm on 17 November 2025. Please note that we may review applications before the closing date and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time.