Building Control Technician in Bournemouth

Starting salary for this role is £32,061 (pro rata for part-time colleagues). This role sits within a well-defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.

Role Purpose

To provide technical assistance to the building control service to support the effective surveying of all construction in accordance with legislation and regulatory standards. The role will assist with minor or straightforward works, and operate under direction from Building Control Surveyors.

Main Responsibilities

• Undertake initial examination of applications to ensure that all applications have appropriate documentation, and assess minor or straightforward applications against building regulations to make a recommendation on whether it is compliant and can proceed to construction.
• Under the supervision and direction of a Building Control Surveyor, inspect buildings and building methods for minor or straightforward constructions against well-defined regulations concerning safety, accessibility, and sustainability in order to assess whether construction is in accordance with legislation, standards and best practice.
• Report any potential issues or non-compliance to senior colleagues for appropriate action to be taken.
• Produce reports and correspondence to record and communicate the results of inspections for colleagues and customers.
• Respond to enquiries from the public and provide basic professional advice to ensure that a good customer service is delivered.
• Input data into the systems and maintain accurate records of all inspections and associated work so that information is accessible and auditable, and can be used in legal proceedings if required.
• Calculate fees and process invoices and payments in accordance with defined rates and processes, so that the service can receive accurate monies.
• Assist with marketing activity to promote the service, which may involve producing marketing materials and maintaining customer databases.
• Assist with performance reports and auditing.

The Ideal Candidate

• HNC Construction or equivalent.
• LABC Level 3 certificate in Technical Support.
• Some experience in the construction industry.
• Experience in customer service.
• Some knowledge of building regulations and legislation relating to construction.
• Some knowledge of construction techniques, building materials and industry products and systems.
• Ability to plan and manage own workload.
• Ability to explain technical information to clients.

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work. We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive. From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need. It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help.

About BCP Council and Benefits

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of coastline. We offer career defining roles to transform and improve services and a benefits package including a new Pay and Reward package, as described in our Employee benefits information.