Building Control Inspector

West Lancashire Borough Council; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England seeks a Building Inspector to oversee Building Control functions. Responsibilities include managing caseloads for inspections, ensuring compliance with building regulations, and providing mentorship to colleagues. The ideal candidate is qualified with strong knowledge of relevant legislation and possesses excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous employer pension contribution

Support for personal development

Flexible working policies

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered with a professional institute.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and associated legislation.
• Experience in plan checking, site inspections, and enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Act as the professional lead on Building Regulations.
• Manage own caseload for plan checking and site inspections.
• Inspect and determine measures for dangerous structures.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Building Regulations

Excellent planning and organisational skills

Strong interpersonal and influencing skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Associate member of RICS or CABE

Registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a Building Inspector

Tools

AutoCAD

Building control IT systems

Drainage design software

Job description

A market rate supplement will be applied in addition to the advertised salary and will be reviewed annually to ensure continued alignment with market conditions.

Why Us?

It’s time to join West Lancs as we embark on delivering our new and ambitious Vision and Priorities. With a focus on environmental sustainability, generating economic prosperity, building inclusive & healthy communities and financial resilience, we are looking for exceptional candidates to help shape our future. You will be joining an organisation that puts its customers first, takes responsibility and works together with a can-do attitude, all while challenging the status quo to deliver exceptional outcomes for our communities.

Your Role!

As a Building Inspector, you will play a key role in delivering the Council’s Building Control functions. This includes:

• Acting as a professional lead on Building Regulations, Building Act, and Building Safety Act matters.
• Managing your own caseload for plan checking and site inspections.
• Taking enforcement action to ensure compliance with building regulations.
• Inspecting and determining measures for dangerous structures and controlling demolition works.
• Maintaining accurate site records and reporting on application progress.
• Supporting and mentoring team members, sharing best practices.
• Planning and achieving personal work programme targets, preparing reports, and assisting with statistical returns.
• Acting as an ambassador for the Council, complying with the Building Inspector Competency Framework (BICoF) and Building Safety Regulator standards.
• Providing specialist assistance to the Building Safety Regulator and deputising for the Building Control Technical Manager when required.

About You!

We are looking for someone who is:

• Qualified and Registered:
  • Associate member of a professional institute such as RICS or CABE (Building Control).
  • Registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a Building Inspector (minimum Class 2D), working towards Class 2F.
• Experienced:
  • Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Act, and associated legislation.
  • Experience in plan checking, site inspections, and enforcement within Building Control.
• Skilled:
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills, able to work to tight deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills to engage with stakeholders and the public.
  • Problem-solving ability and willingness to champion change.
• Technically Competent:
  • Familiarity with building control IT systems, AutoCAD, and drainage design software.
• Other Requirements:
  • Commitment to equality, health & safety, and customer care.
  • Ability to communicate confidently in English.
  • Access to own transport and a full driving licence.
  • Willingness to work flexibly, including outside normal hours when required.

What's in it for you?

We pride ourselves on our friendliness and being a good employer with a range of benefits and employment terms and conditions to suit you. A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement, flexible working, a generous employer pension contribution scheme, work life balance policies, and support for your personal development are just some of the benefits we offer.

If you are eager to be part of a transformative journey and make a tangible impact, West Lancashire Borough Council welcomes your application.