It is essential that the candidate is registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a Registered Building Inspector.
For our needs, the candidate should be at least Class 2B for site inspections. The website to check candidate’s registration is register-building-inspector.
MAIN PURPOSE:
Provide technical expertise and control in the administration and enforcement of the Building Act, Building Regulations, London Building Acts and allied legislation to ensure an adequate standard of construction, with regard to public health and safety, in respect of the built environment within the geographical area of the Borough.
Responsible for the management of the full scope of developments within a geographical area of the Borough, including plan checking, site inspections and the enforcement of the Building Regulations.
Responsibility to deal with dangerous structures and demolitions and instigating emergency action as appropriate to secure the safety of the public.
As a member of the building control team, they will advise the public, members and other officers on matters relating to the functions, policies and service of the Building Control Service.
Work closely with other services to achieve the Divisions aims and targets.
To always perform responsibilities with a Customer Service and Performance Improvement focus.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
· Ability to supervise and motivate staff
· Proven communication skills with the public, developers, builders and architects
· Organisational skills and daily accurate record keeping
· Be self-motivated, work on own initiative, determine priorities and achieve results
· Good ICT skills including use of Microsoft applications and specialist systems such as viewing technical drawings
· Ability to think logically, interpret and solve problems and make informed decisions on site
· Ability to interpret detailed architectural drawings, structural design and specifications
· Ability to carry out overview of fire engineering reports
· Work in a team for the benefit of the whole section
· Authority and credibility to build relationships influence and engage successfully with colleagues, partners and customers at all levels in complex situations
· Good planning and organisational skills, with proven ability to prioritise and co-ordinate workloads, monitor and evaluate work, to ensure standards, outcomes and deadlines are achieved
KNOWLEDGE
· Authoritative knowledge of relevant systems, regulations, legislation, best practice, policies and procedures
· Detailed knowledge and experience in the application of Building Regulation and associated legislation including court and enforcement action
· Appreciation and understanding of new methods of construction and less traditional construction techniques
· Appreciation of structures and foundation design
· An understanding of the political considerations involved in working in a Local Authority
EXPERIENCE
· Substantial practical experience in Building Control to include commercial and industrial work and enforcement of Building Regulations with expert knowledge in the specialist field. To include plan examination and site inspections
· Competent in the assessment of building failure
· Have worked effectively in highly pressurised work situations
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