Registered Building Inspector

Terms and Conditions: Full time, Permanent, 37 hours per week
Department: Growth & Development

Closing Date: 31st March 2026

Shortlisting: w/c 6th April 2026
Interview date: Provisionally w/c 20th April 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our current Building Control team as we look to appoint the right candidate to the role of a Registered Building Inspector.

This role will help support Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council’s responsibilities under the Building Safety Act delivering high-quality Building Control services across the borough.

You’ll be an integral part of a high-performing team that undertakes restricted functions and restricted activities, as appropriate to the level of your competency, as well as other building control related activities as required.

The Council will also offer the necessary supervision for activities outside current competency levels to ensure continuing professional development.

You will help cultivate good working relationships with key internal and many external partners as well as offering excellent customer service to ensure safe, compliant, and sustainable development across the borough of Blackburn with Darwen. Excellent customer care skills, along with a good commercial awareness are therefore essential.

In addition, applicants should be able to demonstrate a strong commitment towards continued professional development. A high degree of self-motivation, excellent organisation skills and a positive approach will be essential to fulfil the role on offer along with the ability to work as part of the team to deliver a quality service on time and within budget.

Appointment for the post will be based on experience and meeting the requirements of the respective Key Requirements document.

Why join us?

Flexible working arrangements, including working from home (subject to business needs).

A supportive team environment

The chance to make a tangible impact in relation to development across the borough, shaping our community and preserving its unique character for future generations.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact: Nick Bargh, Head of Building Control Tel: 01254 778901 nick.bargh@blackburn.gov.uk

For further information and to apply please visit our website Jobs and recruitment | Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council