Building Standards Surveyor - EAL11870

East Lothian Council; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a professional to assist in the implementation and delivery of Building Standards services. The role requires relevant qualifications in Building Surveying and prior experience in site surveying and construction technology. A commitment to professional development and a valid driving licence are essential. This position offers flexibility in working arrangements, including potential home or hybrid options.

Qualifications

• Educated to HND/Degree Level or equivalent in Building Surveying.
• Experience in site surveying and construction technology.
• Must have a current driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and delivering Building Standards services.
• Maximise efficiency of service delivery within specific standards.
• Ensure compliance with legal and statutory obligations.

Skills

Site surveying

Construction technology

Knowledge of Scottish Law for Construction

Commitment to Continual Professional Development

Education

HND/Degree Level in Building Surveying or relevant discipline

Job description

Vacancy Information

Hourly rate of pay: £21.99 - £24.50

Days and Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00. Flexi time is applicable, and starting and finishing times are flexible. To start asap.

Home Working Consideration: Applications for homeworking or hybrid working will be considered for this post, in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies which can be found in the policy documents. Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview. All applicants must live in the UK and will be expected to attend Council offices from time to time as required.

Please note: All home/hybrid workers must live in the UK. Where an application for home-working is supported, it will be subject to a satisfactory trial period. Employees will be expected to attend Council offices for the duration of induction, and be on site in East Lothian workplaces, as required. Employees with a hybrid working arrangement in place will be office based and able to work from home, with permission, on an ad hoc basis.

Job Details

Assist in the implementation and delivery of Building Standards services, maximising efficiency of service delivery within specific standards and approved budgets and in accordance with the Council’s legal and statutory obligations and its policies and plans with a commitment to achieve best value.

Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under Job Attachments) for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every essential criterion stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.

The East Lothian Way – values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.

Job Requirements

Relevant Qualifications: Educated to HND/Degree Level or equivalent level in Building Surveying or relevant discipline and/or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through previous experience in site surveying, construction technology and the conversion and adaptation of buildings. S/he must also have experience of Scottish Law for Construction and the Statutory Control of Buildings.

Evidence of a commitment to Continual Professional Development.

Driving Licence: As the duties of this role require you to effectively travel to successfully undertake the full remit of the role, you must hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Where a disability precludes you from obtaining a driving licence, ELC will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability.

Additional Information

For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo

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