Assistant Building Control Inspector

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Solihull Council is looking for two Assistant Building Control Inspectors to support the delivery of high-quality Building Control services. This role involves assisting with inspections, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to project work within a dynamic team. Candidates should have a construction-related degree, registration as a Class 1 Building Inspector, and strong communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexible working options, and access to staff benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Generous annual leave

Flexitime scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• A construction-based degree or equivalent knowledge through experience and training.
• Registration as a Class 1 Building Inspector with the Building Safety Regulator.
• Previous experience in the construction industry, understanding building techniques and processes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with tact and diplomacy.
• Analytical ability to interpret data accurately.
• Proficiency in ICT, particularly MS Office.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of building regulations and allied legislation.
• Assist with inspections, compliance visits, and interventions.
• Maintain accurate case records and respond within corporate timescales.
• Contribute to project work and complaint investigations as knowledge develops.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

ICT proficiency

Education

Construction-based degree or equivalent

Registration as Class 1 Building Inspector

Tools

MS Office

Bespoke systems

Job description

The Role

We have an exciting development opportunity for two Assistant Building Control Inspectors to join our award-winning Building Control team. This role will help support the delivery of Solihull Council’s responsibilities under the Building Safety Act and delivering high-quality Building Control services across the borough.

You’ll be an integral part of a high-performing and growing team that works closely with Planning, Solihull Community Housing, project delivery teams and our suite of external customers to ensure safe, compliant, and sustainable development.

As an Assistant Building Control Inspector, you will

• Hone your skills on your pathway to a career in Building Control
• Support the administration and implementation of building regulations and allied legislation.
• Assist Officers and, as your experience grows, progress to independently carry out inspections, compliance visits, investigations, surveys, and interventions across a variety of building control settings.
• Help support the delivery of relevant enforcement activities, and maintain accurate case records, responding within corporate timescales and keeping stakeholders informed.
• Contribute to proactive project work, complaint investigations, and educational/training initiatives as your knowledge develops.

Why Solihull?

In Solihull, we help make big things happen – like the High-Speed Rail network, M42 Junction 5a, our housing growth programme aligned with a new emerging Local Plan and bringing forward exciting commercial and residential developments including Birmingham Airport, the N.E.C., Jaguar Land Rover, Mell Square and Arden Cross developments to name but a few.

We also pride ourselves on being a Council that is small enough to care, but big enough to make a difference. To help achieve this we work closely with our public sector partners, businesses, the voluntary sector and communities to improve the lives of the people we serve.

Key Requirements

To meet the challenge and be successful in the role you will have:

• A construction-based degree or equivalent knowledge through experience and training.
• Registration as a Class 1 Building Inspector with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).
• Previous experience in the construction industry, with an understanding of building techniques, plans, and processes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with technical staff and customers.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy in challenging situations.
• Analytical ability to interpret data and information accurately.
• Proficiency in ICT, particularly MS Office and bespoke systems.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle, to enable you to move around sites in the Borough where much of the team’s work is delivered.

The Offer

In return we offer you the opportunity to develop your building control experience, knowledge and skills within a friendly, welcoming and dynamic environment, alongside a team of passionate, experienced and skilled professionals. As an employee of Solihull Council, you’ll also benefit from:

• A competitive salary.
• A range of flexible working options.
• Generous annual leave plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days Attractive staff benefits.
• A Flexitime scheme.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24-hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service.
• Family and carer-friendly policies.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Exclusive employee benefits: staff discounts, subsidised travel passes, Cycle 2 Work Scheme.

To apply (CV and supporting statement), please click on the link below. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences.

If you have a specific question or require further information regarding this post, please contact Martin Bennett, Strategic Lead – Building Control & Regulation at [e-mail]

Closing date: 4th January 2026

Interview date: week commencing 12th January 2026

This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Attached documents

Job Description and Person Specification