Those who meet the shortlisting criteria will be invited to interview and offered an appointment without delay. As a result, there is no official closing date for this vacancy and interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly. Once a suitable candidate is sourced the vacancy will be closed.
As Local Government Reorganisation in Lancashire progresses, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is well placed to build on its strong partnerships, shared ambitions and distinctive local identity, helping to deliver resilient services, sustainable growth and improved outcomes for residents and businesses.
To support this period of change, the Council is looking to strengthen its committed Building Control team through the appointment of a Registered Building Inspector. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Council's Building Safety Act responsibilities and delivering high quality Building Control services across the borough and beyond.
You will join a dynamic and motivated team, undertaking restricted functions and activities appropriate to your level of competency, while receiving support and supervision to further develop your skills and progress your career. The Council welcomes applications from candidates currently registered at Class 2A or above.
Carry out a full range of Class 2A and 2B Building Control functions and work unsupervised on:
Category A residential dwelling houses for a single household under 7.5m in height.
Category B residential flats and dwelling houses under 11m in height.
Check Building Regulation applications for compliance within authorised competency levels and, where appropriate, under supervision for more complex applications.
Undertake site inspections from commencement through to completion of works, including occasional inspections outside normal working hours.
Provide advice and guidance on Building Regulations and associated legislation to customers, clients and stakeholders.
Enforce relevant Building Control legislation, policies and statutory provisions to protect customers, residents and the public.
Investigate, order and supervise, as appropriate, demolition works and dealing with notifications
made under Section 80 of the Building Act 1984.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments, external agencies, partners and customers.
Attend meetings and represent the Council in Building Control matters.
Deliver excellent customer service and promote safe, compliant and sustainable development throughout the borough.
Support the Council's vision, values, policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Equality, Customer Care and Sustainability objectives.
Contribute to delivering a high-quality, efficient and cost-effective Building Control service within agreed timescales and budgets.
Theoretical knowledge and understanding of the full range of duties expected of a Class 2A and 2B Registered Building Inspector.
