About the Building Practitioners Board

The Building Practitioners Board (the Board) plays an important role in overseeing the Licensed Building Practitioners Scheme.

The Board’s functions are to:

• Approve rules for recommendation to the Minister relating to LBPs that are prepared in accordance with Part 4 of the Act.
• Hear and decide complaints about, and inquire into the conduct of and discipline, LBPs in accordance with the Act.
• Hear appeals against certain decisions by the Registrar of the Board.
• Review and report to the Minister on the performance of the functions and duties, and the exercise of the powers, of the Board in accordance with the Act.

The Board’s website has further information about the Board and its role.

Board membership

Members are appointed for terms of up to five years and may be reappointed on the expiry of their term. Members of the Board may resign by written notice to the responsible Minister. Members may be removed from office at any time, and for any reason by written notice from the Minister.

The Act sets out the provisions for the governance, reporting and accountability arrangements of the Board.

Person specifications

The BPB is now seeking a new member. We welcome applications from candidates who are a barrister or solicitor of at least 5 years’ standing. Candidates should be able to demonstrate the following:

• A genuine interest in supporting the effective regulation of licensed building practitioners.
• Tribunal or dispute resolution experience in a quasi-judicial setting.

Ideally candidates will have a thorough knowledge of the Act and the Building Code.

In addition, the successful candidate will be able to bring an objective and fair approach to disciplinary hearings, be collaborative and an effective communicator, and be willing and available to devote time and energy to the role.

How to apply

Apply through the MBIE website: Building Practitioners Board - Member

For more information about this role, see the position description: Building Practitioners Board – Member | Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment

Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday 25 November 2024.

For further enquiries about the position, email: boardappointments@mbie.govt.nz.