Building Inspector (PFT) (CUPE 66.26)

Job summary

Review permit applications and conduct on-site inspections to ensure construction complies with the Ontario Building Code and municipal by-laws. Provide technical guidance to applicants and enforce compliance through the issuance of orders and legal proceedings.

Job details

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Norfolk County is where big vision meets unlimited potential. As one of Ontario's largest single-tier municipalities and home to over 70,000 people, Norfolk is bold, diverse, and proudly local - a municipality that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and connection. Here, you'll find endless opportunities to grow your skills, expand your ideas, and shape your career. As a Building Inspector, you'll review permit applications and conduct on‑site inspections to ensure construction meets the Ontario Building Code and municipal by‑laws. You'll provide guidance to applicants and enforce compliance, helping ensure safe, well‑regulated development across Norfolk County's communities. Big vision. Real opportunities. Unlimited potential. That's Norfolk. Duties and Responsibilities: Interpret, administer zoning by-laws, the Ontario Building Code Act and regulations and ensure all other applicable provincial or municipal by-laws are complied with. Examine permit applications, building plans, reports and specifications submitted with applications within their area of qualification to ensure that compliance with the legislation referred to above, has been achieved; notify applicants of any changes necessary in order to achieve compliance and issue or reject building permits, demolition permits, plumbing permits and septic permits on the basis of the review and on behalf of the Director, Building and By-Law Services (Chief Building Official) Provide comments on private septic system approvals as part of departmental circulation process Perform mandatory and other pertinent on-site inspections of buildings under construction within their area of qualification to ensure compliance with the legislation referred to above, document findings, interpret technical data, test results and reports for the purpose of verifying compliance with all applicable legislation Responsible for issuance of various letters, documents and orders such as Orders to Comply, Unsafe Building Orders, Orders Not to Cover and ensure through the Chief Building Official, the issuance of Stop Work Orders, Orders Prohibiting Occupancy and Orders to Uncover; all in order to ensure compliance with applicable legislation Interpret and administer Zoning By-laws, prepare letters confirming zoning verification, building compliance and work order searches, responds to legal and public inquiries regarding zoning and completes zoning deficiency forms for applications which do not comply with the applicable zoning by-law requirements Respond to technical enquiries and provides advice to the public regarding general construction practise, the Ontario Building Code, New Home Warranty Program, Canadian Farm Building Code, and all other pertinent legislative requirements Input all required data on to the Building Department permit management system for the purpose of monitoring the status of permits issued, site inspections completed, orders issued and for the compiling of statistical reports for internal use, Statistics Canada, County Assessment Department, Bell Canada, Union Gas and a variety of other departments or agencies. Act as Provincial Offences Officer in the enforcement of Provincial Acts and Municipal By-laws as required and to appear and testify in court proceedings when necessary Calculate permit fees required, receive payment for permits, information letters and documents as required Accept written requests for information under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act as required Work with Zoning Administrator providing advice regarding specific situations/ issues when and if required. Other duties as assigned Requirements Knowledge and Experience: Three year community college program in civil engineering technology, construction engineering technology or architectural technology or related discipline, Obtain Membership in Ontario Building Officials Association, Certification or in the process of achieving CBCO is considered an asset Building Inspector I: Over one and up to and including two years related experience to become familiar with scope of position, or equivalent previous experience Provincial qualification in "General Legal" and to inspect in the following classes: Plumbing - All Buildings House HVAC-House On-Site Sewage Where such requirements are not met, applicant must be willing to pursue qualification by taking courses and have passed all exams within 6 months of date of hire Building Inspector II: Over four years current related experience Provincial qualification in "General Legal" and to inspect in the following classes: Plumbing - All Buildings House HVAC - House Small Buildings Building Services Building Structural On-Site Sewage Where such requirements are not met, applicant must be willing to pursue qualification by taking courses and have passed all exams within 6 months of date of hire Building Inspector III: Over four years current related experience Provincial qualification in "General Legal" and to inspect in the following classes: Plumbing - All Buildings House HVAC - House Small Buildings Building Services Building Structural Large Buildings Complex Buildings On-Site Sewage Where such requirements are not met, applicant must be willing to pursue qualification by taking courses and have passed all exams within 6 months of date of hire Skills and Abilities: Knowledge and understanding of the Ontario Building Code and regulations Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act Benefits Posting #: CUPE 66.26 Position: Building Inspector Status: Permanent Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1 Employee Group: CUPE Local 4700 Wage: Building Inspector I: $31.45 - $39.29 per hour Building Inspector II: $46.90 per hour (less $1 per hour for the probationary period) Building Inspector III: $50.81 per hour (less $1 per hour for the probationary period) Hours Worked per Week: 35 Division: Community and Development Services Department: Building and Bylaw Services Reports to: Supervisor, Building Location: Simcoe, ON (primarily in-office, with a combination of site work and potential flexible work arrangements based on operational requirements of the role) Posting Period: September 4, 2026 - September 17, 2026 How to Apply: Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. The Corporation of Norfolk County does not use Artificial Intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing, or the selection of candidates. Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education. Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Review permit applications and conduct on-site inspections to ensure construction complies with the Ontario Building Code and municipal by-laws. Provide technical guidance to applicants and enforce compliance through the issuance of orders and legal proceedings.

Requirements

Requires a three-year college program in civil, construction, or architectural technology and provincial qualifications in specific inspection classes. Candidates must possess a valid Ontario driver's license and be willing to obtain CBCO certification.

Listed skills

• Technical Reporting · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred
• Site Inspections · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Ontario Building Code
• Zoning By-laws
• Building Inspection
• Permit Review
• Plan Examination
• Microsoft Office
• Technical Reporting
• Regulatory Compliance
• Site Inspections
• Public Relations
• Data Entry
• Legal Testimony

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Construction
• Engineering
• Trades
• Security & Safety