Plans Examiner III

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The West Vancouver Planning, Development and Environmental Services is currently seeking a Permanent Full-Time Plans Examiner III to join our highly qualified team. Reporting to the Supervisor/Senior Plans Examiner, this position is split between advance plans examination and building inspection work. The role involves examining plans, drawings and specifications accompanying more complex permit applications ensuring compliance with the applicable codes and regulations while also conducting building inspections where required.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing an effective plan checking service to ensure the proposed construction of new buildings and alterations to existing buildings are in general compliance with the BC Building Code and Municipal bylaws;
• Reviewing drawings and documents for primarily complex building permit applications;
• Coordinating the work of the plan review function with other departmental needs and activities;
• Issuing permits, maintaining building department records, and preparing reports;
• Inspecting buildings of all types from the placing of the foundation until the construction is completed;
• Inspecting complex buildings where required;
• Providing technical information and assistance to a variety of internal and external contacts;
• Performing other related duties as required.

The preferred candidate has completed a Diploma in Building Technology from a recognized Institution, and has considerable related experience in the construction industry, the public sector, or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered; and is registered as a qualified Building Official Level 3 with the Building Officials' Association of BC.

In addition, the preferred candidate is a team player who possesses: extensive working knowledge of the BC Building Code; thorough understanding of our Municipal bylaws; strong knowledge of inspection practices and procedures; a demonstrated ability to deal effectively and courteously with the public; and a track record of establishing and maintaining respectful and effective professional relationships at work.

The successful candidate must have a valid BC Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle; mileage reimbursement is provided with relevant District Policy. To ensure your application is complete, please email your Driver's Abstract to You can obtain your Driver's Abstract by contacting ICBC at or by submitting a request online at

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy.

Position Status:

Union (WVMEA) – Permanent, Full-Time

Hours of Work:

35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Rate of Pay:

$47.25 per hour

Closing Date:

11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026

To Apply:

Please visit the District of West Vancouver's Career Centre at to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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