Assistant Building Surveyor Building Control

Kirklees Council; Salubindza; On-site; ZAR 886 000 - 1 016 000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Building Control Inspector to join their dynamic team. This role involves examining Building Regulation submissions and ensuring compliance with regulations, including inspections of buildings. The position is ideal for applicants with qualifications at Class 2A level or above and a background in building regulations. The position offers a flexible working environment and numerous benefits, such as up to 33.5 days of annual leave and professional development support.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Up to 33.5 days annual leave

Comprehensive health & wellbeing package

Robust pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified to at least Class 2A level or above.
• Registered Building Inspector at Class 2A or above with the Building Safety Regulator.
• Ability to determine new dwelling and simple commercial applications.

Responsibilities

• Examine and inspect Building Regulation submissions and plans.
• Assist the Building Control Team Manager with operations.
• Ensure Building Control work is compliant with procedures and timelines.

Skills

Knowledge of building regulations

Experience in building control/building regulatory work

Strong negotiation skills

Ability to carry out inspections

Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced environment

Education

BTEC Higher National Certificate/Diploma or Degree in building

Professional qualification: RICS, ABE or equivalent

Job description

This post currently has a retention payment of £2,000 per year in addition to the advertised salary (subject to annual review), which is split into two payments in December and June. You would become eligible for payment following successful completion of your probationary period and a minimum of 6 months continuous employment. This will take your salary to £40,220 to £46,075 per year.

Join our energetic and collaborative Building Control team, where your ideas will shine, and your voice will be heard. Make an impact alongside a group of passionate professionals who thrive on teamwork and celebrate success together.

The Role and Team

Working as part of a busy and ambitious team, with Class 2A to 2F general level, the successful candidate will carry out examination and inspection of Building Regulation submissions, plans and site work to ensure building works comply with Building Regulations, including non-domestic projects. You will assist the Building Control Team Manager with operations within the Borough and to undertake inspection/work when required throughout Kirklees and to include consultation and liaison with other sections and departments.

The successful candidate will ensure that Building Control work is carried out in accordance with procedures, timescales and deadlines.

Kirklees believe in investing in their staff and you will receive training to take you forward to the next stage in your career.

If appointed at surveyor level, you will join the Dangerous Structure Rota to assist in the provision of an out of hours emergency service for which a standby and call out payment is provided.

Within Building Control, we are actively investing in staff development, and this role requires applicants to be qualified to at least Class 2A level.

Due to the current technical make up of the team we are unable at this time to consider anyone who does not have the level of qualification at Grade 10 or above. Please refer to the employee specification on the attached job profile for the requirements to be appointed at Grade 10 and above.

The post holder must:

• Have a BTEC Higher National Certificate/Diploma or Degree in building or equivalent.
• Be licensed with the Building Safety Regulator as a Registered Building Inspector at Class 2A or above.
• Have knowledge of building regulations.
• Have experience in building control/building regulatory work.
• Have the ability to carry out all types of domestic and residential inspections.
• Have the ability to determine new dwelling and simple commercial applications.
• Have the ability to deal with dangerous structures following assessment by a senior colleague.
• Have part of a professional qualification: RICS, ABE or equivalent.

If you’re a proactive, team-oriented individual with strong negotiation skills and the flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced environment, we want to meet you!

What’s In It for You?

We value our team members and provide a supportive, flexible work environment with great benefits:

• Support to continue your own personal professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Up to 33.5 days annual leave entitlement, plus 8 bank holidays.
• Family-friendly policies to support your work-life balance.
• Discounts on travel and parking.
• Credit Union access and a comprehensive health & wellbeing package.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Robust pension scheme.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Tell us how your skills and experience align with our vision.

In your application, please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlisting criteria detailed in the Employee Specification section of the Job Profile.

We look forward to having you join us in building a brighter future for Kirklees!

Apply now and let’s get started!