Full time
Salary
Grade 9, up to £67,029 (inclusive of a 15% Market Supplement)


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About

At RBWM, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking and dynamic team committed to building a sustainable borough of opportunity and innovation. We nurture engagement, empowerment, and wellbeing, creating the perfect environment for you to flourish professionally.

As a Senior Building Surveyor you will receive a 15% Market Supplement, and full funding for the following professional memberships:

·      Professional membership of a relevant body (e.g. RICS, CABE, CIOB)

·      Registration (and re-registration) with the Building Safety Regulator

·      MyLABC membership

Our Employee Benefits

RBWM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance. These include:

Our benefits include:

  • 32 days annual leave
  • Free employee parking close to the offices.
  • Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
  • Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
  • Give As You Earn scheme.
  • Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
  • Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
  • Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals

What We Offer

  • A workplace where your input is valued—and your development is actively supported.
  • Engagement with varied and challenging projects that make a real difference to our borough.
  • A role where no two days are the same—and your contribution has visible impact.
Responsibilities
  • Inspecting and regulating all building types (domestic and commercial) up to 18 m high.
  • Reviewing plans and applications for compliance with Building Regulations.
  • Investigating unauthorised works and dangerous structures—and taking decisive action where required.
  • Mentoring trainees, including accompanying them on site visits, helping them develop the skills and confidence to excel.
  • Building strong relationships with stakeholders, including councillors, agents, developers, and the public.
  • Staying up to date with legislation to ensure our service remains trusted and proactive.

 

 

Essential qualifications/skills
Registered Building Inspector status (or with an application in progress) for Class 2A–F.
Proven experience in local authority Building Control, managing a caseload of Class 2A-F buildings.
Strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to make sound, pragmatic decisions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Further information

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Brian Gallagher via brian.gallagher@penna.com or call 07716 098175

Please note that this campaign may close early if a suitable candidate is found.