Assistant Building Surveyor (Building Control)

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Huddersfield is looking for a qualified Building Control professional to inspect compliance with Building Regulations. The ideal candidate will join a collaborative team, conducting examinations and liaising with different departments while supporting vulnerable communities. A Grade 10 or above qualification and Class 2A level qualification are essential. This role includes participation in an on-call emergency rota and offers a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Training and career development

Range of staff benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified to at least Class 2A level (Class 2A to 2F general level).

Responsibilities

• Examine and inspect Building Regulation submissions, plans, and site work for compliance.
• Assist the Building Control Team Manager with operations within the Borough.
• Join the Dangerous Structure Rota for emergency services if appointed at surveyor level.

Education

Grade 10 or above qualification

Job description

Overview

Join our energetic and collaborative Building Control team, where your ideas will shine, and your voice will be heard. Make an impact alongside a group of passionate professionals who thrive on teamwork and celebrate success together.

Responsibilities

Working as part of a busy and ambitious team, with Class 2A to 2F general level, the successful candidate will carry out examination and inspection of Building Regulation submissions, plans and site work to ensure building works comply with Building Regulations, including non-domestic projects. You will assist the Building Control Team Manager with operations within the Borough and undertake inspection/work when required throughout Kirklees and to include consultation and liaison with other sections and departments.

The successful candidate will ensure that Building Control work is carried out in accordance with procedures, timescales and deadlines.

If appointed at surveyor level, you will join the Dangerous Structure Rota to assist in the provision of an out of hours emergency service for which a standby and call out payment is provided.

Qualifications

• Qualified to at least Class 2A level (Class 2A to 2F general level).
• Grade 10 or above qualification is required; we are unable to consider applicants without this level of qualification.

Benefits & Development

Kirklees believe in investing in their staff and you will receive training to take you forward to the next stage in your career. Our employees are at the very heart of the services we provide to the community, and we want the best possible team. In return, we will make sure you are rewarded with a great range of staff benefits to support you in and out of work.

Contact & Application

Russell Smith is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.

We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. If you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description, please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: [e-mail] or phone: [phone] and ask for ‘Recruitment’.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.