Building Officials Institute of NZ

The building sector is changing fast – are you keeping up?

Following a highly successful Granny Flats seminar, the next BOINZ and Rice Speir Building Changes Seminar on Self-Certification runs 8.30am to 10am tomorrow, 18 June! Join legal experts Charlotta Harpur (Rice Speir) and Amanda Smith (PGDB) as they unpack one of the industry's hottest topics.

We're also gearing up for:

✅ Code Fit Team Talk on Certificates for Public Use
✅ BOINZ and Heaney & Partners Advanced Series in Christchurch and Tauranga
✅ Solid Fuel Heating, B2 Durability, ANARP, Building Controls and more.

Whether you're looking to sharpen your technical knowledge, stay ahead of regulatory change, or connect with industry peers, there's something for every building professional.

🔗 Check out the BOINZ Training Calendar and secure your place today!
https://www.boinz.org.nz/education/about-the-training-academy

👷 Senior Building Surveyor Wanted | Lead, Mentor and Grow Your Career in Selwyn👷‍♀️

Looking for a role that combines leadership, technical excellence and genuine work-life balance?

Selwyn District Council is seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join its Residential Inspections Team and play a key role in supporting one of New Zealand's fastest-growing districts.

Based in Rolleston, just 20 minutes from Christchurch, this is an opportunity to take the next step in your career while enjoying the benefits of a thriving community, outstanding outdoor lifestyle and a supportive workplace culture.

As a Senior Building Surveyor, you'll provide technical leadership and mentoring, support accreditation compliance, guide decision-making within the team and help deliver high-quality building services to the Selwyn community.

✨ Why consider Selwyn?

✔ Leadership and mentoring responsibilities
✔ Flexible working and excellent work-life balance
✔ Career coaching and professional development opportunities
✔ Life insurance and wellbeing benefits
✔ Sick leave from day one
✔ Three additional paid leave days over Christmas/New Year
✔ Two weeks' paid Partners Leave
✔ Discounts with local and national businesses
✔ The chance to make a real impact in a rapidly growing district.

This role is ideal for an experienced building professional who enjoys supporting others, making sound technical decisions and contributing to continuous improvement.

Applications are being assessed as they are received, so prospective candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Follow the link to learn more or APPLY
https://www.boinz.org.nz/jobs/listing.aspx?ID=6720dec9-6008-4f81-8aa7-2657cb37ccc6

Applicants for this role must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

🔥 Winter is wood burner season – are you up to date with the latest requirements?

BOINZ and the New Zealand Home Heating Association (NZHHA) have partnered to deliver a practical online training seminar designed specifically for Building Officials and Consent/Compliance staff.

This timely course will ensure attendees are aware of legislative and installation requirements, product and technical developments, and common areas of non-compliance.

Topics include:
✔️ Rules and legislation
✔️ Products and technology
✔️ Health and safety considerations
✔️ Common installation issues
✔️ What you need to know to ensure a safe inspection.

📅 Tuesday 23 June 2026
⏰ 9:00am – 2:00pm

This course will provide building officials with valuable insights and confidence when dealing with solid fuel heating installations.

🎟️ Places are limited
REGISTER NOW! https://www.boinz.org.nz/tools/events/details.aspx?SECT=education&ID=24651

🚨CAREER OPPORTUNITY🚨

Senior Building Compliance Officer – Southland District Council

Are you passionate about building compliance, auditing and ensuring safe, compliant buildings? Southland District Council is looking for an experienced professional to join its Monitoring and Compliance team in Invercargill.

This is a specialist senior role focused on:

🔹 Building Warrants of Fitness (BWOF)
🔹 Compliance schedules and specified systems
🔹 Auditing and inspection activities
🔹 Investigations and enforcement processes
🔹 Supporting best practice across the compliance team.

Key responsibilities include:

✔️ Leading audits and inspections of BWOF buildings
✔️ Monitoring IQP and specified system compliance
✔️ Investigating non-compliance matters
✔️ Preparing evidence for enforcement action where required
✔️ Issuing notices and documentation under the Building Act
✔️ Mentoring and supporting fellow compliance officers
✔️ Contributing to quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have:

🔹 Strong experience in building compliance and monitoring activities
🔹 Excellent knowledge of the Building Act 2004 and Building Code
🔹 Experience with compliance schedules and specified systems
🔹 Sound judgement and confident decision-making skills
🔹 Strong written and verbal communication abilities
🔹 A collaborative approach and commitment to professional excellence.

What's on offer?

🔹 Competitive salary package
🔹 Ongoing professional development and training
🔹 Supportive and knowledgeable team environment
🔹 Opportunity to mentor others and share your expertise
🔹 Excellent work-life balance.

Live and work in Southland!

Enjoy an outstanding lifestyle surrounded by some of New Zealand's most iconic landscapes, including Fiordland National Park and Stewart Island/Rakiura.

📅 Applications close: 3 July 2026

👉 If you're ready to take your building compliance expertise to the next level, apply today.
https://www.boinz.org.nz/jobs/listing.aspx?ID=03b28a09-be01-4296-bf2b-837303d53470

🏠Building Control Team Leader – Southland District Council🏠

Ready to step into leadership? Southland District Council is seeking an experienced building control professional to lead and support its Building Solutions team in Invercargill.

✨ What you'll do:

🔹 Lead a team of Building Control Officers and Senior Building Control Officers
🔹 Support building consent processing and inspections
🔹 Mentor and develop staff
🔹 Ensure statutory timeframes and customer expectations are met
🔹 Drive continuous improvement and innovation.

👷 You'll bring:

✔️ Strong building control experience and technical expertise
✔️ Leadership skills and a passion for developing others
✔️ Sound knowledge of the Building Act and Building Code
✔️ Relevant Reg 18 qualifications and competencies.

🌿 Why Southland?

Enjoy a rewarding career, professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and an exceptional lifestyle surrounded by some of New Zealand's most spectacular scenery.

📅 Applications close 3 July 2026

👉 Take the next step in your career and help shape the future of building control in Southland.
https://www.boinz.org.nz/jobs/listing.aspx?ID=836d8117-61a0-4e03-9826-6c1f85f53658

BOINZ officially launched its refreshed Vision, Mission, and Strategic Pillars for 2026–2031 at this year’s Conference, following an extensive member-informed review process that began in 2024.

The new vision: “Shaping the future of building surveying to deliver building excellence for New Zealanders” is supported by a mission focused on improving the quality and performance of the built environment through leadership, capability development, and the establishment of industry standards.

The strategy is built around five key pillars: Professionalism, Training & Events, Leadership & Advocacy, Membership, and Relationships. Together, these pillars are designed to strengthen the building surveying profession and deliver greater value for members and industry stakeholders.

Visit our website for more details:
https://www.boinz.org.nz/about-us/

🌟 Registrations Now Open | BOINZ Women's Forum

Join us on Tuesday 16 June for the second BOINZ Women's Forum lunchtime session of 2026.

We're delighted to welcome Hazel McColl, who will share insights from her professional journey through the building and regulatory sector. From building control to leadership roles and work within New Zealand's regulatory framework, Hazel's experience offers valuable perspectives for women at all stages of their careers.

📅 Tuesday, 16 June 2026
🕛 12:00pm – 12:30pm
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams

As part of our commitment to fostering connection and supporting women across the sector, Women's Forum meetings remain open to all female non-members throughout 2026. We encourage members to invite colleagues and peers to join the conversation.

Whether you're new to the industry or looking to broaden your perspective, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn and be inspired.

follow the link to learn more
👉https://www.boinz.org.nz/womens-forum/
Questions? Contact [email protected].

📚 BOINZ Training & Professional Development – June to August 2026

Winter is shaping up to be a busy season for professional development, with a wide range of training opportunities available for building surveying and building control professionals.

🔥 This week sees the launch of the BOINZ and Rice Speir Building Changes Seminar Series, beginning with a highly topical and informative session on the new Granny Flats exemption. With further seminars covering Self-Certification and Proportionate Liability, this series offers valuable insights into key regulatory changes affecting the sector.

💡 Other upcoming opportunities include:

✔️ NZS3604 Timber Framed Buildings
✔️ Code Fit Team Talks
✔️ Plumbing & Drainage Compliance
✔️ B2 Durability
✔️ H1 Energy Efficiency
✔️ Intermediate Building Controls
✔️ Advanced Series for experienced building control professionals in Christchurch and Tauranga.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical knowledge, stay current with regulatory changes, or connect with industry peers, there's something for every stage of your career.

📅 View the full training calendar and secure your place today.
https://www.boinz.org.nz/tools/events/list?SECT=education

Take the next step toward a trusted career that's in high demand.

Our next Accredited Building Surveyor course starts on Friday 14th to Sunday 16th August 2026 in Wellington - and places are limited.

If you have a background in building, engineering, architecture, or a related field, this course is your pathway to becoming a qualified Accredited Building Surveyor (ABS).

As an ABS, you’ll gain the skills and accreditation to conduct professional building inspections that:

- Give buyers confidence and peace of mind

- Are trusted by the real estate regulator, banks and insurance companies for finance and coverage decisions

- Position you as a credible, in-demand industry professional

This qualification can open doors to new income streams, greater career flexibility, and long-term professional growth.

Thinking about whether this could be the right step for you?

Have a chat with our Accreditation Coordinator to see how the programme could fit your goals.

E- [email protected]

T- 04 473 6001

Accredited Building Surveyors Programme Our Accredited Building Surveyors do Quality Building Inspections. Do you want to find out as much as you can about a property you are wanting to purchase? Does your bank, or your insurance company want a thorough building inspection before you commit to a sales and purchase agreement? Then you've c...

🚨 The latest issue of Code Talk has landed! 🚨

From upcoming Branch meetings and industry training, to professional development opportunities and member updates - this edition is packed with ways to stay connected, informed and involved across the building surveying profession.

Inside this issue:

🔹 Register now for June Branch Meetings across the country
🔹 Meet Felipe Gomes – BOINZ’s new Marketing & Events Manager
🔹 BOINZ & Heaney & Partners Advanced Series 2026 accommodation options now available
🔹 New and updated BOINZ Training Academy courses for 2026/27
🔹 Building Changes Seminars with Rice Speir coming this June and July
🔹 Women’s Forum lunchtime session with Hazel McColl
🔹 Career opportunities across the sector
🔹 Industry news, technical insights and much more!

📩 Delivered directly to members via email
💻 Available anytime through My BOINZ
📱 Or read on the BOINZ BOOST App.

Don’t miss this packed edition of Code Talk.