This role attracts a Market Supplement of £12k paid over 12 months and subject to review.
In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.
Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.
All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.
Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.
About the Role
You will manage complex applications under the Building Regulations as a Class 3 (Specialist Building Inspector) for all buildings including High Risk buildings with no upper height limit. You will also contribute to the work of the team on a wide range of relevant activities such as dangerous structures, enforcement and demolition notices. You will manage the teams casework, in support of the Team Leader and support the learning and development of less experienced staff. The Council encourages flexible working and invests in staff training. We will pay your costs for achieving and renewing your accreditation with the Building Safety Regulator.
About Us
The Building Control Service has been through a recent restructure to ensure it is ready for the challenges arising from the Building Safety Act, including the need for fully accredited surveyors. The restructure has allowed the Council to offer an enhanced pay and reward package across all roles to ensure staff retention and build a team for the future that will be financially sustainable, customer focused and agile in adapting to change. The team has achieved UKAS Accredited ISO 9001 certified on the LABC scheme which demonstrates the Council's commitment to maintaining an efficient business model, provide development opportunities and demonstrate competency.
You will be expected to have a professional qualification giving membership to a recognised Building Control body e.g. RICS and have considerable senior experience working in Building Control ideally in Local Government. You will have reached a level of accreditation under the Building Safety that will enable you to deal with high risk buildings and complex projects and have a thorough understanding of Building Regulations and related legislation. Sutton encourages the development and growth of its staff and you will provide support to staff in building their experience and achievement of higher levels of accreditation. You will be personable, and able to show excellent communication skills to a wide variety of audiences.
appropriate body (RICS, ABE, CIOB, ISE)
achieving a Class 3 (G-H) specialist building inspector classification of accreditation
from April 2024
