Building Control Officer

A client within the Public Sector based in Greater Manchester is currently recruiting for a Building Control Officer to join their Public Protection – Building Control team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority in a Building Control environment.

The Role
The key purpose of the role is to carry out the Building Control function in the Borough, ensuring that work on site and on submitted plans satisfy the Building Regulations and associated legislation. This is a career-grade role, with responsibilities varying by level, including processing applications, undertaking inspections, and providing professional advice to applicants and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Processing applications for compliance with Building Regulations, including complex major projects.
• Conducting site inspections and audits, ensuring adherence to safety, fire, and regulatory standards.
• Taking enforcement action for breaches of Building Regulations, including preparing reports and attending court where necessary.
• Providing technical guidance and support to colleagues and applicants.
• Supporting the LABC Partnership Scheme and liaising with external bodies, developers, and the public.

The Candidate
To be considered for this role you will require:

• A degree or equivalent in a Construction-related discipline.
• Experience working within a building control service, dealing with a wide range of building control applications.
• Full membership of RICS / ABE / CIOB or equivalent is desirable.

The below skills would be beneficial for the role:

• Strong communication and negotiation skills with professionals, clients, and the public.
• Ability to offer reasoned advice and recommend solutions to regulatory concerns.
• Knowledge of fire safety inspections, dangerous structures, and enforcement procedures under the Building Regulations.

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £37 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. £30 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply
If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amelia.krzysztofik@servicecare.org.uk or call Amelia at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus
If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.