Building Control Surveyor
Braintree District Council
Permanent, Full Time
From £43,578 - £47,796 per annum, inclusive of £5,000 market supplement
Location: Braintree
Closing Date: 25th August 2024
Our vision - We will be ambitious, support each other and work together in new ways to achieve outstanding results
Essex County Council are delighted to be working in partnership with Braintree District Council to recruit for the role of Building Control Surveyor.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting new opportunity to join our team at Braintree District Council as a Building Control Surveyor and be part of our transformation! We are evolving our Building Control Service, moving beyond the traditional local government model. You'll have the opportunity to help shape a more customer-focused approach, explore new markets, and drive income growth.
Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating a great place for our residents and businesses. We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.
Accountabilities
The purpose of this role is to process Building Regulation applications throughout the Braintree District and enforce Building Regulations meeting the Council's statutory obligations. Duties are inclusive but not limited to:
- Review plans, drawings, and documents for compliance with building regulations.
- Conduct site inspections and testing to ensure adherence to building regulations.
- Communicate with stakeholders, including applicants, public, construction professionals, and statutory bodies.
- Advise customers on regulatory compliance and handle demolitions and dangerous structures, including out-of-hours inspections.
- Promote the Building Control Service, ensure adherence to safety policies, support health and safety reporting, and represent the Council at relevant committees.
The Experience You Will Bring
Skillset: Membership of a professional body (RICS or CABE) or level four of the LABC Competency Framework, with proven relevant building control experience and qualifications, such as HNC/Diploma in Building or a degree in Building Control Studies/Building Surveying. Good working knowledge and experience of building control, including plan examinations, site inspections, and handling dangerous structures and demolitions. Should have achieved Class 2/3 Competency with the Building Safety Regulator.
Knowledge: Possess comprehensive knowledge of Building Regulations and legislation, building experience in a practical, technical or professional capacity, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to manage caseload, work independently or as part of a team, influence and negotiate with diplomacy. Proficient in IT, able to conduct structural appraisals of submitted designs, interpret technical drawings and maps, providing clear and accurate advice. Willing to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, with a valid driving license and access to a car for travel across the district.
Communication: Using a range of communication methods-written, spoken, and electronic-tailored to context, including report and letter writing covering complex issues, ensuring clarity, mutual understanding, and consideration of diverse needs and equality issues.
What benefits do we offer?
Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our employees. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it.
- We promote and encourage hybrid and flexible working arrangements subject to business needs
- Payment of professional fees
- Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme
- Free Car Parking
- Health and Wellbeing Programme
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme including counselling
- Option to purchase extra holiday
- Excellent learning and Development opportunities with career pathways
Braintree District Council is proud to be a disability confident employer. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.
Braintree District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you have queries on this role or require a full copy of the role profile, please email sadie.orwell@essex.gov.uk
