Webinar: Navigating Building Consent Processes with your Local Authority

Thanks for your interest in our webinar about Navigating Building Consent Processes with your Local Authority.

Date: Thursday 6 July
Time: 12pm to 12.30pm

This online event is an opportunity to learn all about the consent process as well as hear about the building programmes we have on offer here at Future Skills Academy.

We’ll cover:

  • Understanding the building consents process
  • Understanding building certification
  • Effective communication with council and building stakeholders
  • Learning regulatory language


About Peter Sparrow

This webinar will be led by Future Skills Building Surveying Lecturer Peter Sparrow. Peter has extensive industry experience. He started as a carpenter in the New Zealand Army and has worked in local and central government. Peter was the General Manager of Consenting and Compliance at Christchurch City Council, and then a Director for the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment.  He has also consulted to the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet in response to the Kaikoura earthquake. He is currently a director at the Building Officials Institute of New Zealand (BOINZ).


About Kavi Sewdayal

Relationship Manager, Kavi Sewdayal, will be on hand during the webinar to answer any questions you might have about the enrolment process. Kavi has more than 15 years of experience in sales and marketing in the United Kingdom, South Africa, and New Zealand. He is passionate about helping students make informed decisions about their intended career paths and giving learners the best chance to succeed in their studies and their lives.


About your webinar host Rob McLeay

Rob is a seasoned education professional with nine years of experience in the tertiary sector. He has a deep understanding of the learner journey and is passionate about helping people to enrol in the right programmes for them and achieve their study goals. He currently works for Future Skills Academy and Capable NZ - Te Pukenga in marketing and recruitment.



About Future Skills Academy

Future Skills Academy is a leading Category 1 private education provider. We pride ourselves on an excellent range of programmes that enhance the employability of our graduates. We achieve this by focusing on the highest academic standards and building close relationships with the industry. Learners thrive in our small classes with individualised support from dedicated and experienced lecturers.