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Senior Building Control Surveyor

£51,005 - £56,821 yearly
Permanent Full Time Building Inspector Building Consultant Building Control Building Surveyor

Job Description

About The Role

Why join us

We believe in putting our people first – we work hard every day to make sure everyone can achieve a healthy and enjoyable work-life-balance. That is why we have a very flexible hours system. 

We are seen as being customer focused, approachable and business-like. We are honest and open and are renowned for providing high quality cost-effective service.

About the role

We are looking for two skilled and motivated Registered Building Inspector (Class 2B and above) to join our team. In this role, you will take ownership of key responsibilities, including carrying out detailed plan checks and site inspections to ensure developments meet Building Regulations, Building Safety Regulator requirements, and all relevant legislation.

You will play a vital part in safeguarding standards and compliance, while also bringing your expertise to investigate unauthorised works and assess dangerous structures. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on building safety and quality within our community.

Essential criteria for the role (pull across the most essential qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience, not all of them)
 
Registered as Class 2B (minimum), ideally Class 2D Building Inspector.  Full corporate membership of RICS, CABE or equivalent professional body, Degree in a construction-related discipline

Key responsibilities for the role

  • To undertake the restricted functions, as defined by the BSR, in accordance with the relevant class of Registration
  • Assess and determine applications and carrying out of site inspections under building regulations and associated legislation and ensure decisions are made within the statutory time periods.
  • Provide appropriate and proportionate advice and guidance to applicants, agents, councillors and stakeholders
  • Maintain accurate records using the service’s digital systems to account for decisions made in relation to the practical application of Building Control activities  - evidenced audit trail of decision making.
  • Initiate enforcement actions, prepare legal documentation and act as a witness in court proceedings where applicable and respond to reports of dangerous structures and take appropriate action
A full list of the duties this role provides, as well as the benefits we offer, can be found within the job description.
 
Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and are unable to support visa applications. To be considered for this role, you must already have the legal right to work in the UK. If you are unsure about your eligibility, please refer to the UK Government’s guidance before applying.

Thank you for taking the time to read our advert, we look forward to receiving your application.

Salary

£51,005-56,821 per year, Grade 7

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South Oxfordshire District Council and Vale of Whitehorse District Council
About South Oxfordshire District Council and Vale of Whitehorse District Council

The river Thames snakes its way through the heart of the beautiful rural districts of South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse and we are home to a unique blend of stunning countryside and cutting-edge science and high-tech businesses.

Improvement and innovation are business-as-usual for us at the district councils as we continually seek new ways to meet the challenges of providing suitable and sustainable housing for a growing population and creating thriving communities that people want to be proud of. We are creating the conditions that make South Oxfordshire and the Vale great places to do business, providing our residents with high-value jobs and the opportunity to prosper.

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