OR121376 – Building Control Surveyor – Building Services & Maintenance

Job Details

 Work Pattern: 36 Hours per week,

PAYE Pay Rate: £22.44 per hour

Main Purpose of the Role

To help protect public health, safety and welfare by ensuring that building work meets legal and safety requirements. The role also involves providing professional advice and guidance to builders, developers, property owners and members of the public.

Typical Day Overview

A typical working day may involve:

  • Reviewing building plans and applications to check they meet Building Regulations.

  • Visiting construction sites to inspect building work and check compliance.

  • Advising builders, developers and homeowners on building regulations.

  • Identifying unsafe structures or building work and taking appropriate action.

  • Responding to enquiries from customers and other professionals.

  • Preparing inspection reports and maintaining accurate records.

  • Working with colleagues and other departments to resolve building control issues.

  • Occasionally responding to emergency call-outs involving dangerous structures.

Key Skills and Responsibilities

Key responsibilities:

  • Ensure building work complies with current Building Regulations and legislation.

  • Carry out building inspections and assess construction work.

  • Review building plans and basic structural calculations.

  • Identify potential safety risks and take appropriate action.

  • Support enforcement action where building work does not comply.

  • Provide clear advice and guidance to customers and stakeholders.

  • Maintain accurate records and complete reports.

Key skills:

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

  • Knowledge of construction methods and Building Regulations.

  • Good attention to detail.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Good organisation and time management.

  • Confidence when dealing with challenging situations.

  • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

  • Relevant qualifications or experience in Building Control, construction or a related technical field.

  • Understanding of Building Regulations, Approved Documents and associated legislation.

  • Knowledge of construction methods, building safety and health and safety requirements.

  • Commitment to ongoing professional development (CPD).

  • Ability to carry out site inspections, including working outdoors, at height and in confined spaces.

  • Full ability to travel to construction sites across the borough.