Building Control Surveyor (Class A)
We are looking for positive, commercially focused, forward-thinking people with excellent ICT skills to become a part of our busy Building Control team.
You must be registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a minimum Class A surveyor and have experience of dealing with a range of domestic construction projects including new build dwellings, together with a confident understanding of current Building Regulations, construction practice and procedures. The role is designated as flexible and mobile and will require the successful applicants to be able to work from their home.
Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive – through our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money and Empowerment.
Located at the heart of Cheshire, with a wealth of historic buildings and pleasant countryside, Cheshire West and Chester Council is one of the most forward thinking and ambitious Councils in the country.
We are looking for positive, commercially focused, forward-thinking people with excellent ICT skills to become a part of our busy Building Control team.
You must be registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a minimum Class A surveyor and have experience of dealing with a range of domestic construction projects including new build dwellings, together with a confident understanding of current Building Regulations, construction practice and procedures. The role is designated as flexible and mobile and will require the successful applicants to be able to work from their home.
Key Responsibilities:
-The post holder will be required to undertake licensed building regulation activities commensurate with a Class A Building Control Surveyor and to work without supervision.
- Ensure adherence to the Building Act, Building Regulations, and directives from the Building Safety Regulator.
Benefits:
Working within a supportive and team orientated environment
Car user allowance
BSR registration and assessment fee costs paid
Tailored CPD through MyLABC registration
Generous annual leave of up to days plus bank holidays
Flexible working hours with potential to take up to flexi days per year based on accrual
Requirements:
- Must be registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Class A.
- Must have access to a vehicle for work purposes and be able to work from home
- In-depth knowledge of relevant Building Regulations and allied legislation
- Good communication skills.
Generous Council pension scheme
Commitment and continued support for technical and professional development to meet the changing regulatory demands of the Building Control profession.
Access to working rewards including childcare, cycle scheme, holiday plus, technology scheme, health line plus, work fit gym scheme and a host of other local discounts.
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No candidate will meet every single requirement - if your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!
Cheshire West and Chester Council are committed to equality and diversity in employment. Please see the for more information.
Cheshire West and Chester Council have adopted a Local Living Wage for our employees which means that all employees will receive a minimum of £ per hour for all contracted hours.