Building Control Surveyor

Contract- Permanent

Hours- 37 hours per week

Salary- NJC H2 £41,771 - £46,142 per annum 

This post is open to employees currently On Notice/At Risk and Internal.  Please note applications from employees currently On Notice/At Risk will be given priority. On Notice/At Risk employees should complete the application form as normal, upon submission you must email the Recruitment Team – recruitment@blackpool.gov.uk to ensure that your application form is marked as priority.

Blackpool Building Control service is at the forefront of the drive to realise quality development as part of major initiatives and delivering major projects.  Blackpool is unique in its scope of activities and hence the opportunities for gaining wider than usual experience, are extensive. 

We are looking for a Registered Building Inspector to a minimum Class 2A with at least 3 years’ experience to provide advice and expertise in relation to a range of building control cases.  The  candidate should hold or be working towards a degree in building surveying or other related discipline and be a member of a relevant professional institute or working towards.  Blackpool Council are committed to the growth of our team and offer opportunities to support, develop and achieve your career aspirations in obtaining a higher registration.

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 in order to fulfil the role on offer along with the ability to work as part of the team to deliver a quality service.

The post holder will undertake technical assessments / activities and make decisions based on those assessments using skills that have been gained through professional qualifications and practical work experience to work without supervision on domestic projects within their registration providing guidance to internal and external stakeholders.

Duties will involve checking plans and inspecting building work for compliance with Building Regulations 2010 (as amended), other requirements of the Building Act 1984 such as dealing with enforcement of the Building Regulations, enforcement of dangerous structures and demolitions.  

Day to day role:

·       Manage a caseload of domestic projects taking enforcement action as necessary

·       Conduct site inspections, liaise with relevant organisations and consultees.

·       Undertake site inspections in relation to dangerous structures and instruct necessary remedial actions where necessary

·       Preparation of casefiles for enforcement or other legal action to maintain compliance with Building Regulations and the Building Act 1984

Required Skills & Qualifications:

·       Registered with Building Safety Regulator as minimum Class 2A (Assessment & Inspection)

·      A degree in building surveying or other related discipline or working towards

·      Full membership in CABE, RICS or MCIOB or working towards

·       Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the building control sector

·       Detailed knowledge of building construction and excellent knowledge of Building Regulations

·       Full driving licence and access to a car.

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