Sharon Yang
Auckland,AUK
Summary
I’m an enthusiastic and dedicated building professional who began my journey through the Auckland Council Graduate Programme. Over the past year, I’ve built a solid foundation in building consent processing, site inspections, and understanding how the NZ Building Code and Building Act apply in real-world scenarios.
I’m confident in assessing compliance, providing accurate advice, and supporting safe and high-quality building outcomes. I’m a strong communicator and team player, with experience working across disciplines and collaborating with others to deliver consistent, reliable service.
I genuinely care about doing things the right way—for both people and the wider community—and I’m committed to continuous learning and professional development. I’m now excited to take the next step in my career as a Building Surveyor and continue making a positive impact through best practice in building compliance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Auckland Council Graduate Programme
Auckland Council
04.2023 - Current
Auckland Council – Graduate Programme
April 2023 – Present
- Gained hands-on experience across key areas of building control, including processing building consents, conducting site inspections, and assessing code compliance.
- Interpreted and applied the Building Act 2004, NZ Building Code, and relevant standards to real-world projects across residential developments.
- Conducted building site inspections under supervision, evaluating structural, plumbing, drainage, and safety elements against consented documentation.
- Engaged with members of the public and industry professionals at the front counter, providing accurate and timely advice on the building consent process.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and consistency in processing building consent applications, helping to ensure timely and compliant approvals.
- Participated in professional development and internal training focused on legislative updates, technical skills, and customer service.
Education
Architecture
UNITEC Institute of Technology
11-2021
Spatial Design
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ11-2008
Skills
- Knowledge of NZ Building Code & Building Act 2004
- Building consent processing & compliance assessment
- Site inspections across building, plumbing, and drainage
- Technical plan and specification interpretation
- Complaint investigation & audit support
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Customer service and front-of-house engagement
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
- Time management and workload prioritisation
- Team collaboration and stakeholder interaction
- Problem-solving and regulatory decision-making
- Commitment to continuous professional development
Certification
Spatial design Outstanding Student Award (2008)
Building consent Training school completion certificate ( 2024)
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Interests
Photography
watercolour painting
Badminton
Timeline
Auckland Council Graduate Programme
Auckland Council
04.2023 - Current
Architecture
UNITEC Institute of Technology
Spatial Design
Auckland University of Technology
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