Building Inspector

Position Details

• Title: Building Inspector
• Employment Type: Permanent full-time
• Posting Period: September 3 - 16, 2026
• Location: Cayuga, ON (Haldimand County Administration Building)
• Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Department: Building & Municipal Enforcement Services
• Closing Date: September 16, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

The Role

Building Inspector

This is a permanent full-time role at Haldimand County, with an hourly compensation range of .

The Opportunity

In this role you will report to the Supervisor, Building & Municipal Enforcement Services to ensure compliance with the Building Code Act and the Ontario Building Code for construction projects throughout Haldimand County.

If you meet the qualifications apply today to become an integral member of the Haldimand County Team!

The Perks

• Health & Dental Benefits
• 3 Weeks' Starting Vacation (prorated in first year)
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Professional Development
• Employee Recognition
• Safe & Friendly Work Culture
• 35 Hour Work Week
• Free Parking

About Haldimand County

Haldimand County is a single-tier municipality with a dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering exceptional services to our citizens. With a focus on excellence, our county stands as an outstanding place to work and live. By joining our dynamic team, you open the door to a rewarding career where we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, their families, and the communities we serve.

At Haldimand County, we believe in the Net Better Off philosophy. This means we’re passionate about helping our staff thrive and advance in an equitable workplace.

Job Description

Building Inspector, Building & Municipal Enforcement Services

Vacancy: Yes

Posting #: CUPE-2026-37 (REPOST)

Employer Group: CUPE Local 4700 (Haldimand)

Reporting to: Supervisor, Building Services

Grade: 10 (Currently with a temporary labour market wage adjustment in place)

Wage Range Hourly:

Position Status: Permanent full-time

Work Hours per Week: 35

Location: Cayuga, ON (Haldimand County Administration Building)

Core Competencies

• Self-Direction
• Interpersonal Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Reasoning
• Cognitive Flexibility

Position Summary

The Building Inspector will be responsible for compliance with the Building Code Act and the Ontario Building Code relative to construction in Haldimand County.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills

Education

Completion of a three year post-secondary diploma or degree in a related discipline (Architectural, Engineering or Construction Technology).

PLUS

Must be provincially qualified and registered with the Director of Building and Development Branch, MMAH to inspect in the following classes:

• Legal Responsibilities
• Plumbing – House
• House
• Small Buildings
• On-Site Sewage Systems
• HVAC - House
• Building Services
• Building Structural
• Large Buildings

Experience

• Five years of current related experience which must be verified.
• Must be a current member of Ontario Building Officials Association.

Knowledge/Skills

• Extensive knowledge of the requirements of the Ontario Building Code, the Building Code Act, Municipal by-laws and other applicable law (Incumbents are required to maintain Ontario Building Code knowledge through continuing education and other learning opportunities).
• Strong communication, interpersonal and dispute resolution skills to interact with the public, contractors, consultants, Council and county staff in a professional manner.
• Excellent record keeping skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, and ability to make decisions involving broadly defined work, affecting major functions.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license – class G

Technology Aptitude

Demonstrated intermediate computer skills to utilize various technological devices and programs while adhering to cybersecurity and best practices are followed.

Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) to ensure their:

• Proven ability to apply essential functions of desktop software to create simple spreadsheets, documents,
• Send and receive emails,
• Use Internet for research,
• File management,

Require introductory to intermediate knowledge of department or division-specific software to accomplish job tasks.

Responsibilities

The incumbent is responsible for, but not limited to:

Conduct activities relative to:

• Ontario Building Code, Part 9 – With respect to buildings occupying an area greater than ten square metres (108 square feet) of three stores or less in building height, having a building area not exceeding 600 square metres (6460 square feet) and used for residential occupancies, business and personal services occupancies, mercantile occupancies or medium and low hazard industrial occupancies; AND as needed;
• Ontario Building Code, Part 3 - With respect to all buildings occupying an area greater than ten square metres (108 square feet) and used for assembly occupancies, care or detention occupancies or high hazard industrial occupancies, and exceeding 600 square metres (6460 square feet) in building area or exceeding three storeys in building height used for major occupancies classified as residential occupancies, business and personal services occupancies, mercantile occupancies, or medium and low hazard industrial occupancies.

Corporate

Must be able to withstand professional, public and political scrutiny (and pressure) where resulting errors may have serious implications on Haldimand County’s public image.

Functional

• Building Permits
• Process applications for building permits, including the review of drawings to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code, Municipal by-laws and other applicable laws.
• Issue building permits when plans and supporting documents are complete.
• Issue Building, Plumbing, Septic, Sign, and Pool enclosure permits.
• Inspections
• Meet with members of the public, contractors, designers, architects and engineers to discuss and review their projects and provide advice.
• Inspect buildings and structures (existing or new) to ensure compliance with approved plans, Ontario Building Code, Municipal by-laws and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Inspect building construction, plumbing installations, septic systems, signs and pool enclosures.
• Examine and approve building plans.