The Inspection Services Division is seeking an experienced Building / Plumbing Official to perform skilled office and field inspection work reviewing all types of buildings; administering the BC Building Code and enforcing municipal bylaws. The Building / Plumbing Official is responsible for plan and document examination and Building Permit processing for the construction, alteration, and repair of buildings. The successful candidate will have demonstrated knowledge of the B.C. Building Code, B.C. Plumbing Code, and municipal inspection and permitting processes.
Requirements for the Building / Plumbing Official I: BOABC Level I qualification and POABC Level I qualification are required; diploma from a technical college or university in engineering or architecture; three years of directly related experience with codes and standards in building design, preparation of construction documents and construction inspections, including plumbing systems, and a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence.
Requirements for the Building / Plumbing Official II: BOABC Level II certification and POABC Level I certification are mandatory; diploma from a technical college or university in engineering or architecture; six years of directly related experience with codes and standards in building design, preparation of construction documents and construction inspections, including plumbing systems, and a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence.
The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
These are C.U.P.E. Local 2011 positions, Building / Plumbing Official 1 wage of $44.46 per hour and the Building / Plumbing Official 2 wage of $49.41 per hour, and an excellent benefits package. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. As a component of the recruitment process testing will be conducted.
Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on Wednesday May 28, 2025, quoting competition 25120 to: Human Resources, District of Saanich, 770 Vernon Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8X 2W7. Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted.
The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca.
