Building Control Surveyor - Building Services & Maintenance

Dovetail & Slate Ltd; Birkenhead; Presencial; GBP 42.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Dovetail & Slate Ltd in Birkenhead is recruiting two Building Control Surveyors to join a busy Local Authority Building Control team. You will play a central role ensuring building activity complies with Building Regulations and safety standards across the North West.

Applicants should have proven Local Authority or RBCA experience, strong knowledge of the Building Act 1984 and related regulations, and be able to liaise effectively with architects, developers and the public; a UK driving licence

Responsabilidades

• Inspect deposited plans and building notices to assess compliance with Building Regulations.
• Conduct statutory on-site inspections across domestic and commercial developments, ensuring workmanship, materials, and practices comply with approved plans.
• Assess basic structural calculations and consult with external statutory bodies, including the fire service and water authorities.
• Investigate unauthorised building works, contraventions, and dangerous structures, preparing formal statements and enforcement documentation where required.
• Participate as required in the out-of-hours emergency call-out rota for dangerous structures.
• Provide professional technical advice and guidance to architects, developers, contractors, and members of the public.

Descripción del empleo

Working Hours: 36 Hours Per Week (Monday to Friday)

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for two Building Control Surveyors to join a busy Local Authority Building Control team based in Birkenhead.

In this role, you will play a central part in ensuring all building and construction activities across the North West adhere to statutory Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and public safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect deposited plans and building notices to assess compliance with Building Regulations and relevant legislation.

Conduct statutory on-site inspections across domestic and commercial developments, ensuring workmanship, materials, and practices comply with approved plans.

Assess basic structural calculations and consult with external statutory bodies, including the fire service and water authorities.

Investigate unauthorised building works, contraventions, and dangerous structures, preparing formal statements and enforcement documentation where required.

Participate as required in the out-of-hours emergency call-out rota for dangerous structures.

Provide professional technical advice and guidance to architects, developers, contractors, and members of the public.

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience working as a Building Control Surveyor within a Local Authority or Approved Inspector / Registered Building Control Approver (RBCA) environment.

Comprehensive working knowledge of the Building Act 1984, Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and relevant health and safety legislation.

Experience in defect diagnosis, site inspection regimes, and basic structural assessment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to handle compliance issues diplomatically and authoritatively.

Valid UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle for site visits across the organisation.

Eligibility to work in the UK (compliance documentation, including criminal conviction declaration and confidentiality agreement, will be completed prior to submission).

We are committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults and children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where the role requires it, a basic or enhanced DBS check, in line with the requirements of the housing provider.

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