This post sits in Islington Council's Building Control team, where the principal inspector handles a varied caseload of building schemes, from new work to complex regularisations. The core of the role is investigating complaints of unauthorised work and dangerous structures, inspecting premises for compliance, and taking proportionate enforcement, up to prosecution. The post also supervises and mentors other Registered Building Inspectors, with out-of-hours rota cover expected. Registered Building Inspector status is required, at Class 2F or above.
What the job involves
- Investigate complaints of unauthorised building work and dangerous structures
- Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and technical standards
- Inspect premises to check compliance with relevant legislation
- Decide on and carry out proportionate enforcement, including legal notices and prosecution
- Control demolition and dangerous structures
- Manage a varied caseload of building schemes, from new work to complex regularisations
- Supervise and mentor other Registered Building Inspectors
- Maintain the quality management system
- Progress applications and recommend actions leading to completion certificates, within council delegation
- Work with applicants, agents and sector professionals
- Uphold the Registered Building Inspectors' Code of Conduct
- Contribute to service improvements
Qualifications
- Level 6 qualification in Building Control, or a relevant degree such as Building Surveying, Construction or Structural Engineering
- Evidence of professional qualifications
Registration & licences
- Registered Building Inspector status (Class 2A to 3H) through the Building Safety Regulator, minimum Class 2F
- Membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS, CABE or CIOB, with evidence of CPD
Experience
- Proven experience managing complex building control caseloads, including large-scale commercial and residential projects
- Experience supervising and supporting technical staff
Skills & knowledge
- Extensive knowledge of building construction, materials and legislation
- Strong understanding of regulations, codes of practice and operational standards
- Excellent written and verbal communication, including explaining technical and legal requirements to varied audiences
- IT proficiency and strong record management
- Financial awareness and effective management of resources
- Ability to drive service delivery improvements
Checks & eligibility
- Right to work in the UK
- DBS check at the appropriate level, if applicable
- Satisfactory references and occupational health clearance
Other
- Willingness to take part in out-of-hours rotas
What’s offered
- Up to 31 days' annual leave, rising to 36 after five years of local government service
- Flexible working arrangements and a 35-hour working week
- Learning and development opportunities
- Local government pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounted gym memberships
- Local discounts from restaurants, shops, and health and beauty providers
- London Living Wage as a minimum for all staff
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