This is complex supervisory inspectional and regulatory work in directing the activities of a small group of technical subordinates engaged in the inspection of all types of buildings during construction, repair and alteration, enforcement of various city by-laws and coordination of prosecutions resulting from violation of zoning, building and related by-laws. The work involves performing inspections, as required; providing advice and assistance to applicable staff during the checking of plans for complex development and renovations of major structures; authorizing acceptance of projects with minor infractions not affecting safety considerations; providing advice, assistance and information to a variety of internal and external contacts; coordinating activities of the Section with various internal and external bodies; representing the Department or City on advisory committees and participating in the drafting of desirable by-law amendments. ln addition, an incumbent develops and implements work programs and standards and policies and procedures pertinent to the Section with various internal and external bodies. The incumbent works under minimal supervision and exercises considerable independence of judgement and action in the technical and supervisory aspects of the work, discussing difficult problems and policy matters and proposed court actions with a supervisor. Performs related work as required.
Qualifications include the completion of diploma in Building Technology preferably a university degree in Engineering, Architecture or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate building plans and specifications, identify technical requirements, and enforce necessary corrections to ensure compliance. Ability to direct and manage an inspection and enforcement program, including planning, assigning, supervising, training, and evaluating staff performance. Ability to enforce codes and by-laws firmly and tactfully while maintaining effective working relationships with staff, contractors, architects, engineers, tradespersons, and other stakeholders. Considerable experience directing and managing an inspection and enforcement program, including planning, assigning, supervising, training, and evaluating staff performance. A certificate or eligibility for certification (highest level available) as a Registered Building Official by the Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia (BOABC) is required. A valid Driver’s license for the Province of British Columbia is required.
Please apply online by November 23, 2026.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.
