Interim PT Building Control Officer – Property Services
Job Ref: Bournemouth 5258785
Pay Rate: £55.00 per hour PAYE
Hours per week: 14.80 Wednesday and Thursday
Role Length: This opening assignment is for 2-3 months
City: Bournemouth, Dorset
The purpose of the role is to ensure the health, safety and welfare of people in and around buildings and structures including fire legislation. Statutory duty as defined in the Building Act 1984 of overseeing of all converted, extended and newly constructed properties.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assess Building Regulation application construction plans for compliance with the Building Regulations 2010 and associated legislation deciding whether to approve or reject, including examination of initial notices.
* Undertake site inspections of building work under Building Control legislation and in accordance with the Council’s policy guidelines.
* Provide technical advice regarding the practical application of Building Regulations both prior and post receipt of application to building professionals and members of the public face to face, via telephone and email.
* Carry out inspections, prepare reports, record information and serve any necessary legal documents including enforcement action in respect of the following: demolitions, dangerous structures and monitoring planning conditions on request.
* Investigate Unauthorised Work and serve enforcement notices.
* Inspection of and report upon dangerous buildings and structures and take necessary action to arrange for the removal of any danger to the public and cost recovery. Participate in a 24 hour weekly rota.
* Maintain full and accurate records of inspections, discussions and meetings.
* Analysis and registration of Building Notices, including checking and negotiation of fees.
* Participate in quality system procedures and technical guidance notes.
* Assimilate regulation amendments, new legislation and the use of new technology equipment.
* Proactively promote Local Authority Building Control and Bournemouth Borough Council to ensure that the service is the first choice for developers and the public.
Qualifications:
1. Degree or equivalent level qualification in Construction or other building related discipline.
2. Professional membership of Association of Building Engineers or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Skills & Experience:
1. Minimum of 12 months recent experience in a similar role, or context and ideally within a public sector organisation.
2. Proven relevant and practical experience in the construction/building industry.
3. Thorough knowledge of construction techniques, the design process and controlling legislation.
4. Sound professional knowledge of Building Law and how this is interpreted through technical guidance and application for all types of buildings.
5. Working knowledge across a variety of specialist disciplines such as architects, surveyors, electrical/mechanical/structural/geotechnical/fire engineers.
6. Knowledge of building materials and industry products/systems.
7. Sound knowledge of Health & Safety procedures relating to safe working on building sites etc.
8. Strong IT skills including Microsoft packages or equivalent (e.g. G Suite).
Full UK driving licence is required for this role.
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