About the job Salary: £53,921 to £56,913 a year (inclusive of Market Rate Supplement and Car Benefit) plus standby payment for dangerous structures rota Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent We are seeking two experienced and qualified Registered Building Inspectors (Domestic) to join our team. These vital roles involve delivering the Building Control function within the Council's jurisdiction and through partnering or similar schemes, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory standards. As a Registered Building Inspector, you will conduct technical assessments and activities for Class 2, Category A, B, and C buildings, making informed decisions using your professional knowledge, skills, and experience. Key Responsibilities: Managing a diverse range of projects, from small domestic alterations and extensions to low-rise traditional house-building schemes. Examining plans and conducting site inspections to ensure compliance with health, safety, sustainability, energy conservation, accessibility, and design standards are at the forefront of what you do. Assessing dangerous structures and implementing immediate remedial measures as required. Supporting and initiating enforcement actions when necessary. Supervising and mentoring trainees or assistants, where appropriate and within your level of competence, as part of the Building Control section's management framework. This role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for two individuals who thrive on variety and responsibility. You will play a key role in maintaining the safety, quality, and sustainability of buildings within our community. Please note this role does not attract sponsorship. About you The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Building Control, particularly with Class 2 category A, B, and C building types, alongside post-qualification experience, including restricted activities, functions, and enforcement. They will be registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a building inspector and demonstrate competency to work independently on domestic projects, under supervision on non-domestic low-risk buildings (Class 2 categories D, E, F), and under supervision on higher-risk buildings (Class 3 categories G, H). Proficiency in examining Principal Designers' plans, conducting site inspections, compiling detailed reports, and maintaining accurate records is essential, ensuring compliance with building regulations and accountability under the Building Safety Act 2022. A strong understanding of construction methods, techniques, and materials is required, with a relevant degree or equivalent professional learning highly desirable. High standards of customer service across diverse activities are also expected. About us Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision? Benefits We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel