Structural Engineer (Band 2/Grade 7)

Health and Safety Executive; Ashford; On-site; GBP 63,000; Part time

Job summary

A government regulatory body in Ashford is seeking experienced structural engineers to provide expert advice for building safety assessments. Applicants should have a Level 6 qualification in a relevant field and possess relevant engineering experience. This is a part-time position requiring a minimum of 30 hours per week, offering a competitive salary and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive pay (£62,898)

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible working options

25 days annual holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing or advising on higher risk building designs or remediation projects.
• Broad base of relevant structural safety knowledge and engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist structural advice to BSR and multidisciplinary teams.
• Review technical submissions and advise on regulatory interventions.
• Participate in technical case discussions and decision panels.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Planning skills

Collaborative work

Education

Level 6 (Degree) qualified in building studies, construction, civil engineering, surveying or related discipline

Membership of relevant professional association

Job description

Overview

The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) is seeking technically qualified structural engineers to help the building control team assess and decide upon building applications (Gateway 2 and Gateway 3) for higher‑rise buildings. Join us at a pivotal time as BSR transitions to an Arm´s Length Body (ALB) of MHCLG and moves out of HSE.

Working Pattern

Part‑time working hours are available. Applicants must be able to commit to a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist structural advice to BSR and multidisciplinary teams for Gateway 2 (approval) and Gateway 3 (completion) assessments.
• Review technical submissions, identify gaps or concerns, and advise MDTs and Regulatory Leads on regulatory interventions.
• Participate in technical case discussions, validation meetings and decision panels to address structural safety risks.
• Contribute to the development of operational decision‑making tools, including enforcement guidance, technical validation checklists and competency standards.

Travel

Occasional travel to other HSE offices and inspection sites may be required.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and complete baseline personnel security standard checks.

Nationality Requirements

• UK nationals
• National of the Republic of Ireland
• National of Commonwealth countries with right to work in the UK
• National of EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members with settled or pre‑settled status under EUSS
• Turkish nationals and certain family members with accrued right to work in the Civil Service
• Other individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain eligible for EUSS on or before 31 Dec 2020

Qualifications & Requirements

• Level 6 (Degree) qualified in building studies, construction, civil engineering, surveying or another relevant discipline.
• Membership of an appropriate professional association such as Institution of Structural Engineers, Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, Royal Institute of British Architects, Institution of Civil Engineers or equivalent.
• Broad base of relevant structural safety knowledge and engineering experience.
• Experience reviewing or advising on higher risk building designs or remediation projects.
• Strong communication, analytical, organisational and planning skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and support regulatory decision‑making.

Diversity and Inclusion

BSR is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing workplace adjustments.

Benefits

• Competitive pay (£62,898) plus HSE contribution to the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Flexible working options.
• Family‑friendly and carer‑friendly policies.
• 25 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days after 5 years, plus bank holidays and Civil Service privilege leave.
• Parental leave benefits and other statutory benefits.
• Access to the Civil Service Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, E‑Gift Cards and vouchers via EdenRed.