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Assistant Building Standards Surveyor (Full Time)(Permanent)

Renfrewshire Council

Paisley

On-site

GBP 34,000 - 37,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A local government authority in Paisley is seeking an Assistant Building Standards Surveyor to assess building warrant applications, conduct site inspections, and provide guidance on Building Standards. Candidates should have an HND or equivalent in a relevant field, alongside strong construction knowledge and communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-quality service in a dynamic local council environment.

Qualifications

  • Relevant experience within a construction-related discipline is essential.
  • Experience of inspecting construction work is required.
  • Working knowledge of the Building (Scotland) Act 2003 is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Assess building warrant applications and carry out site inspections.
  • Determine completion certificates and assist the public on Building Standards.
  • Focus on improvement, performance delivery, and customer service.

Skills

Effective communication skills
Construction knowledge
I.T. skills
Ability to prioritize

Education

HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject
Degree in a relevant subject

Job description

Salary: £34,601 - £36,554 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Advert
Renfrewshire is one of the larger authorities in Scotland with a population of 170,000 covering both urban and rural communities.Its area attracts major development opportunities and interests including Glasgow Airport, the major Riverside developments at Braehead and Renfrew, and the former Royal Ordnance Factory, Bishopton Community Growth Area together with an ambitious Council-led capital investment programme.The post is based in Paisley and provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to the Council’s high quality service provision. The Building Standards Team is part of Economy and Development department and delivers the Council’s Building Standards functions.We are looking to recruit an assistant building standards surveyor who will assess building warrant applications, carry out site inspections, determine completion certificates and provide assistance to members of the public on matters relating to Building Standards with a clear emphasis on improvement, performance delivery and customer service.You must have an HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject. Relevant experience within a construction related discipline and considerable construction knowledge is essential as are effective oral and written communication skills, experience of inspecting construction work, I.T. skills, and the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and respond positively when under pressure.Degree in a relevant subject, Qualified to ARICS, ACABE or ACIOB, Relevant Building Standards experience and Working knowledge of the Building (Scotland) Act 2003 and associated legislation are desirable.Driving license is also desirable. If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post.If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.

Advert
Renfrewshire is one of the larger authorities in Scotland with a population of 170,000 covering both urban and rural communities.Its area attracts major development opportunities and interests including Glasgow Airport, the major Riverside developments at Braehead and Renfrew, and the former Royal Ordnance Factory, Bishopton Community Growth Area together with an ambitious Council-led capital investment programme.The post is based in Paisley and provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to the Council’s high quality service provision. The Building Standards Team is part of Economy and Development department and delivers the Council’s Building Standards functions.We are looking to recruit an assistant building standards surveyor who will assess building warrant applications, carry out site inspections, determine completion certificates and provide assistance to members of the public on matters relating to Building Standards with a clear emphasis on improvement, performance delivery and customer service.You must have an HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject. Relevant experience within a construction related discipline and considerable construction knowledge is essential as are effective oral and written communication skills, experience of inspecting construction work, I.T. skills, and the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and respond positively when under pressure.Degree in a relevant subject, Qualified to ARICS, ACABE or ACIOB, Relevant Building Standards experience and Working knowledge of the Building (Scotland) Act 2003 and associated legislation are desirable.Driving license is also desirable. If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post.If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.

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