Two permanent full-time Building Control Inspector posts in the council's Building Control service, which is supporting the implementation of the Building Safety Regime. The work covers plan checking, site inspections, enforcement and investigating dangerous structures across developments in the borough. Postholders manage their own caseload, with flexible and hybrid working, and may deputise for the Building Control Technical Manager. Building Safety Regulator registration as a Building Inspector at Class 2D or above is required, with support offered to progress to higher classes.
What the job involves
- Support delivery of the Building Control service and the Building Safety Regime
- Act as professional lead on Building Regulations, Building Act and Building Safety Act matters
- Manage plan checking and site inspection caseloads
- Take enforcement action where necessary to secure compliance
- Investigate dangerous structures and oversee demolition controls
- Maintain accurate site records and application information
- Support colleagues and share professional best practice
- Prepare reports and deliver work programmes to agreed targets
- Act as an ambassador for the Council and maintain compliance with BICoF and Building Safety Regulator requirements
- Provide specialist support to the Building Safety Regulator
- Deputise for the Building Control Technical Manager where appropriate
Qualifications
- Membership of a relevant professional body, such as CABE or RICS
Registration & licences
- Building Safety Regulator registration as a Building Inspector, minimum Class 2D
Experience
- Experience of plan checking, site inspections and enforcement activity
- Experience using Building Control systems and digital technologies
Skills & knowledge
- Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and associated legislation
- Excellent organisation and time-management skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Proactive, solution-focused approach
Checks & eligibility
- Security checks under the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, including a Basic DBS check
- Full driving licence and access to transport
Other
- Commitment to progressing Building Safety Regulator registration and professional competence
What’s offered
- Market-rate supplement on top of salary, reviewed annually
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave package
- Support for CPD and competency development
- Support to progress to higher Building Safety Regulator registration classes
- Varied caseload across developments in the borough
- Supportive team culture focused on professional development
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
