Building Control Team Leader

North Lincolnshire Council; Scunthorpe; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Scunthorpe is seeking a Building Control Team Leader to manage compliance with Building Regulations and lead the Building Control Team. You will drive policy development and strategic improvements while ensuring operational effectiveness. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible Working Options

Career Development Opportunities

30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Registered with the Building Safety Regulator to class 2 (A-F) and working towards class 3 (G-H).
• Comprehensive knowledge of Building Regulations and the enforcement procedure under the Building Act 1984.
• Experience in supervising building work and addressing dangerous structures.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of applications ensuring compliance with Building Regulations.
• Provide advice and interpret policies for stakeholders.
• Develop and support the team through training and professional development.

Skills

Registered with the Building Safety Regulator

Sound knowledge of Building Regulations

Comprehensive knowledge of BSR Operating Standard Rules

Building Technology and Surveying

Ability to motivate and get the best out of staff

Evidence of analysing complex issues

Job description

Overview

Location: Scunthorpe

Salary: £54,437 to £57,764 inclusive of a six percent lease car supplement

Relocation package available

Closing Date: 9am on 22 September 2025

Interviews planned for the week commencing 29 September 2025

If you're a technically skilled professional Building Control Team Leader who wants your work to mean more, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. We are looking for someone who shares our values of integrity, care, and commitment to social impact.

We are currently seeking a Building Control Team Leader to develop and maintain cost effective policies and procedures to ensure the team assists in the successful delivery of the Council’s vision. You’ll provide advice and interpret policies, engaging in pre-application discussions and remain up to date with any changes in the Building Regulations and other relevant legislation that could impact our services. Organised and conscientious, you’ll manage a portfolio of applications, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations including Building Regulations, liaising with both internal and external stakeholders.

As a motivational leader, you’ll develop and support the team through training, mentoring and professional development as well as driving the Council’s priorities and vision, through the development of a culture of excellence, accountability, and value for money. With a proven strategic mindset, you’ll be pivotal in the development of quality and risk assurance, service plans and performance management ensuring compliance, delivery of quality services and operational effectiveness and efficiency. We also want you to shape the service for the future, including new commercial opportunities.

What You’ll Need

• Registered with the Building Safety Regulator to class 2 (A-F) and ability to work towards class 3 (G-H) and Class 4 - Technical Manager
• Sound knowledge of Building Regulations, approved documents and legislation
• Comprehensive knowledge of BSR Operating Standard Rules and KPIs
• Comprehensive knowledge and evidenced experience of Building Technology and Surveying, including building construction, Fire Safety and Means of Escape, Structural engineering, Supervision of building work and dangerous structures
• Practical application of the enforcement procedure under the Building Act 1984
• Ability to motivate and get the best out of staff
• Evidence of analysing complex issues and provide practical and creative solutions

What We Offer

• Flexible Working Options: Hybrid working allows you to balance time between home and office
• Career Development Opportunities: Continuous professional development, access to management training, and opportunities for career progression. We pay BSR registration and maintenance fees
• Competitive Salary & Benefits: A competitive salary and a range of benefits, including 30 days annual leave (rising with service), pension scheme, additional annual leave purchase scheme and NLC benefit platform

Please refer to the job description and employee specification when completing your application to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role