Registered Building Inspector (General)
Are you an experienced Building Control professional looking for a new challenge? If so, we have the perfect opportunity.
Since its formation in 2017 as the shared Local Authority Building Control Service for Mole Valley, Reigate & Banstead and Tandridge councils, we have developed an excellent reputation for our service. When you join Southern Building Control Partnership you are part of a supportive team working in an area of Surrey which combines areas of outstanding natural beauty with diverse, changing towns.
About the role
We are looking for a Registered Building Inspector to join our team as we meet the opportunities arising from the recent introduction of the Building Safety Act and the updated Building Regulations.
You will be joining a team with a wide range of experience who thrive in supporting each other to ensure every member reaches their personal goals.
Responsibilities include
- Determination and inspection of building regulations applications in line with your registered competency.
- Inspection of Dangerous Structures.
- Responsibility for key Partner Accounts registered under the LABC Partner Scheme.
- Attendance at the regular CPD events held at offices throughout the partnership area.
- Ensuring knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation is maintained.
- Provide duty officer cover during office hours as part of a rota.
- To investigate unauthorised building works and take appropriate action.
- Support the development of our trainees.
Who we’re looking for
An experienced Building Control professional:
- Educated to Degree Level
- Member of relevant professional body such as RICS, CABE, CIOB
- General competency assessment such as BSCF, CABE or BCCA
- Class 2 Registration with Building Safety Regulator
What we Offer
All partnership staff are employed by Tandridge District Council. When you join us your expertise/skills/experience will be valued and your career development will be our priority.
We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers our employees/you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.
We believe in balancing hard work with fun. In addition to regular team get togethers, our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable.
We hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.
Whilst you can expect to work across the three authorities we serve, our base is conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.
In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working, flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.
Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide.
Diversity statement
At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring that equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do, and good practice is embedded in the council’s culture and services.
We welcome, applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.
Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Want to know more?
If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
If you’d like to know more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail mark.simpson@southernbcp.co.uk or call on 01883 776960.