Team Leader Compliance and Investigations

Are you ready to lead with integrity, adaptability, and a commitment to wellbeing? Were seeking a dynamic individual who embodies these qualities to join our team.

About the team | Ko te rōpū nei

As part of Christchurch City Councils Regulatory Compliance Unit, the Compliance and Investigations team consists of eight passionate and committed Compliance Officers who investigate activities to ensure compliance with a variety of local policies and Government legislation. This includes the Building Act 2004, Resource Management Act 1991, Local Government Act 2002, Freedom Camping Act 2011, Litter Act 1979 and Christchurch City Council District Plan and Bylaws. Our officers are often out in the field and sometimes deal with challenging people and situations. They need a natural leader to offer continuous support and mentorship as well as someone who is committed to nurturing their teams professional growth.

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

As the Team Leader Compliance & Investigations you are responsible for the professional leadership and effective operations of the team. Working within the legislative framework and guidelines to uphold Councils reputation, ensure appropriate outcomes for Christchurch residents and hold people to account where necessary. We want someone who does what they say they are going to do, is an effective communicator, and makes time for their team. This role is varied, and will see you wearing many hats to fulfil the Unit priorities, which include:

• Providing direction, empowerment, and motivation to the team
• Role modelling shared values and behaviours
• Ensuring policies and practices are being followed
• Developing and maintaining a clear purpose for the team
• Setting targets, plans, and performance measures
• Where necessary dealing with contentious, sensitive or complex customers

About you | Ko Koe Tēnei

Our ideal Team Leader will provide excellent leadership and mentoring to support the continuous development of the team. We want an encouraging and supportive people leader who communicates openly whilst having the ability to have tough conversations. To be successful you will also have:

• Tertiary qualification at Degree level in Management, Building Industry, Resource Management, Investigation or Compliance OR
• Extensive experience in leading a team of professionals in a regulatory role
• 7 years + experience in an investigation, enforcement, compliance environment
• 3 years + leading a team in interpreting and applying statutes and regulations in a compliance or investigation framework

Whats in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

This is an exciting opportunity to exercise your innovation and visionary leadership with a team that are all in with you. As the Team Leader Compliance & Investigations you will be able to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:

• Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
• Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
• Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

If you are seeking purpose and impact in your career, look no further than Christchurch City Council.

Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero

Feel like you dont meet every single requirement of the job description?

Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

Hours of work - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
Location - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices - 53 Hereford Street
Salary - The salary band for this position goes from $111,553 to $123,948 per annum based on a 40 hour working week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.