On behalf of the Minister for Building and Construction, the Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment is seeking applications from candidates interested in bringing their legal background and tribunal experience to the role of Chair of the Building Practitioners Board. As a member of the Building Practitioners Board, you would play an important role in overseeing the Licensed Building Practitioners Scheme. As well as providing strategic oversight, a key function of the Board is to manage and contribute to disciplinary hearings. The Minister is particularly keen to receive expressions of interest from candidates who have the following experience and expertise:

• Barrister or solicitor of at least five years standing.
• Tribunal or dispute resolution experience in a quasi-judicial setting.
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Contract law.
  • Building and construction legislation.
  • Consumer protection law.
• A genuine interest in supporting effective regulation of licensed building practitioners.

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

If you are interested in applying to the position of Chair of the Board, please apply here. Applications open on Monday 24 November 2025 and close at midnight, Sunday 14 December 2025.