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Administration Officer – Building Services
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Job Description
The Dunedin City Council (DCC) takes great pride in delivering a broad range of services to the communities of this unique and fascinating city. From our roads to recycling, public libraries and pools, water supply to walking tracks, and everything in between, DCC's people are talented and committed to serving their city.
DCC Building Services are looking for an experienced administration officer to join and support the team. Activities you could be doing include issuing granted building consents or code compliance certificates for customers, property searches, land information memorandum (LIM's) and supporting the building warrant of fitness programme.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have many of the following:
Exceptional customer service & administration skills
An attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to problem solve and adapt to changing customer requirements
Well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written
A positive team-oriented can-do attitude
Computer skills; ability to learn new/bespoke systems and computer software and well as an intermediate knowledge of Microsoft suite of products
Previous experience of looking at building plans or building consents would be an advantage
What we offer
5 weeks annual leave
Supportive team environment
Additional long service leave after qualifying periods
Parental leave benefits, including paid partner's leave
Free annual flu vaccinations and eye checks every 2 years
Check out our benefits page here for more information DCC careers Benefits
Salary range: $55,829 - $65,681
The DCC is committed to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and our work serving the citizens of Dunedin will reflect this.
How to Apply
If this exciting opportunity sounds like you and you would enjoy supporting DCC to deliver value to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.
You can learn more about this role by clicking on the 'apply now' button, or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.
Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment prior to the closing date.
Job Details
Reference #
8860
Posted on
27 Jan 2026
Closes on
10 Feb 2026 23:55
Location(s)
Civic Centre
Expertise
Administration
Work type(s)
Fixed Term Full Time
Benefits
Salary/Compensation
Additional superannuation
Career development
Secondment and promotion opportunities
Work/Life balance
Five weeks annual leave, additional paid parental leave, wellbeing support
Make a difference
Support our ambitious carbon zero goals
DCC Building Services are looking for an experienced administration officer to join and support the team. Activities you could be doing include issuing granted building consents or code compliance certificates for customers, property searches, land information memorandum (LIM's) and supporting the building warrant of fitness programme.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have many of the following:
Exceptional customer service & administration skills
An attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to problem solve and adapt to changing customer requirements
Well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written
A positive team-oriented can-do attitude
Computer skills; ability to learn new/bespoke systems and computer software and well as an intermediate knowledge of Microsoft suite of products
Previous experience of looking at building plans or building consents would be an advantage
What we offer
5 weeks annual leave
Supportive team environment
Additional long service leave after qualifying periods
Parental leave benefits, including paid partner's leave
Free annual flu vaccinations and eye checks every 2 years
Check out our benefits page here for more information DCC careers Benefits
Salary range: $55,829 - $65,681
The DCC is committed to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and our work serving the citizens of Dunedin will reflect this.
How to Apply
If this exciting opportunity sounds like you and you would enjoy supporting DCC to deliver value to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.
You can learn more about this role by clicking on the 'apply now' button, or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.
Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment prior to the closing date.
Job Details
Reference #
8860
Posted on
27 Jan 2026
Closes on
10 Feb 2026 23:55
Location(s)
Civic Centre
Expertise
Administration
Work type(s)
Fixed Term Full Time
Benefits
Salary/Compensation
Additional superannuation
Career development
Secondment and promotion opportunities
Work/Life balance
Five weeks annual leave, additional paid parental leave, wellbeing support
Make a difference
Support our ambitious carbon zero goals
