Property Assessor

About the Role

As a Property Assessor at Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities, you will play an essential role in delivering warm, dry, and safe housing across New Zealand. Reporting to the Team Leader - Property Assessment, you will independently conduct residential property evaluations, identify condition-related concerns, perform minor maintenance tasks such as servicing heat pumps, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and building code regulations. This is a practical and hands-on job that involves managing your own daily schedule and interacting directly with tenants in their homes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform thorough assessments of residential properties to ensure health, safety, and building code standards are met.
• Complete minor maintenance work as needed, including servicing of heating systems.
• Engage respectfully and effectively with tenants to achieve quality outcomes.
• Collect and report reliable property data that supports informed asset management decisions.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Preferably hold a National Certificate (Level 4) in building or design, or possess substantial experience in building maintenance.
• Diploma (Level 6) in Building Control Surveying or recognized qualifications in building design or construction (such as Advanced Trade Certificate, NZCB, or NZCD) are advantageous.
• At least two years of practical experience in building construction, maintenance, or inspection roles.
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills with a friendly, calming approach when working in tenants' homes.
• Solid technical knowledge and application within the building sector.
• Good understanding and application of relevant building legislation.
• Experience collaborating with iwi and Māori organizations at regional or national levels.
• Possess a current, full, and clean New Zealand Driver's Licence.

Benefits and Terms

• Permanent, full-time employment with five weeks of annual leave.
• Comprehensive benefits package including various insurances and flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunities for career development including on-the-job learning, training, secondments, and study assistance.

About Kāinga Ora

Kāinga Ora is committed to building a high-performing organization that delivers quality housing for generations. Guided by values such as Manaakitanga (People at the Heart), Mahi Tahi (Better Together), and Whanake (Be Bold), we focus on providing well-maintained homes and support to help tenants live well. Our people benefit from competitive salaries, respectful work culture, and modern technology. We embrace diversity and foster an inclusive workplace.