Principal Registered Building Inspector

Isle of Wight Council; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Staff benefits package

Job summary

The Isle of Wight Council is seeking a motivated Class 2F (or higher) Registered Building Inspector to lead and develop a team of RBIs across Building Control. This office-based role on the Isle of Wight involves managing complex projects, enforcing regulations, and mentoring staff to maintain high standards of safety and compliance.

Join a vibrant team and contribute to the future of Building Control on the island, with some agile or remote working options and potential for career progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified RBI with Class 2F or higher and current registration.
• Experience leading a team of RBIs on complex projects.
• Knowledge of Dangerous Structures and enforcement where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of RBIs to deliver Building Control services on the island.
• Manage a caseload and oversee complex projects with technical compliance focus.
• Support service users to ensure compliance by consent and contribute to department development.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Training

Project oversight

Education

Registered Building Inspector (RBI) - Class 2F or higher

Job description

Salary Grade 13, £51,237 to £54,947 per annum + Standby allowance £4100 (out of hours), total package up to £59,047 per annum

Location Seaclose Offices, Newport, Isle of Wight

This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working

Are you looking for a new challenge working with a vibrant team of Building Control professionals in a beautiful part of the world?

The Isle of Wight is a unique place to live and work. It benefits from some of the most protected and beautiful landscapes and habitats in the UK and was declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2019.

IOW Council Building Control deliver services across the island covering all classes of building, and an interesting range of dangerous structures. The focus is always on technical compliance to contribute to the health, safety & welfare of the island’s residents and visitors.

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Class 2F (or higher) Registered Building Inspector (RBI), to share their knowledge & expertise in leading a team of dedicated professionals, to serve the community in the delivery of Building Control in this unique environment.

The successful applicant will be one of two Principals in the wider Building Control department, managing a team of RBIs. You will have a caseload, leading on the more complex projects, and use your experience with to mentoring and training team members. You will deal with a wide range of Dangerous Structures and enforcement activities where appropriate.

Working within a RBI’s Code of Conduct, you will be able to work collaboratively with colleagues and service users to encourage compliance by consent. You will also form part of the Building Control Management team, helping to shape and evolve the future of Building Control on the island, whilst embracing legislative change. With potential for further career progression.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Matt Downer at [e-mail]

37 hours per week

NOTE: We are only able to accept direct applicants for this role via our online application form.

Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:

• Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounted Solent ferry travel
• Island bus network discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff parking permit scheme
• Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
• National and local discounts & benefits schemes
• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
• Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)

The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.

We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees. We are an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community.

We are a Disability Confident employer . Along with a number of commitments, this means, providing you meet the basic essential requirements of the advertised role and have declared yourself as disabled, you will be offered an opportunity for an interview within the council.

The Isle of Wight Council protects its employees from discrimination, and this is supported by;

unacceptable behaviour policy

employee code of conduct

The Isle of Wight Council’s Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via [e-mail] if you would like to receive a copy.

The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.

Please note, appointment to a regulated role will require you to provide additional personal details, including full employment history, referee information, and consent for any required safeguarding checks, as part of the Council’s commitment to safer recruitment and compliance with regulatory requirements.