Building Inspector (Career grade - domestic to specialist)
| Posting date: | 27 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £37,938 to £40,476 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Level 8:- £37,938 - £40,476 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 June 2025 |
| Location: | North somerset |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | North Somerset Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HSCA0018 |
Summary
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Building Inspector to join our Building Control Team registered with the Building Safety Regulator between Class 2 A (pay level 8) up to Class to 2 F (pay level 10).
In this role, you will manage a caseload of construction projects commensurate to your BSR registration.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake plan checks
Undertake site inspections
Undertake site inspections in relation to dangerous structures
Take enforcement action as necessary
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
2-3 days in the office
Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about building safety and public service, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
Registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Class 2A for plan check and site inspection work
Ability to plan and organise own work effectively
Good communication and customer care skills
Adheres to professional standards and codes of conduct set by the BSR
Desirable Criteria:
Registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Classes B, C, D or F
Class 2 D at pay level 9 starting at £41,511pa up to £46,731
Class 2 F at pay level 10 starting at £47,754pa up to £52,805
Ability to work towards obtaining next level of registration with the BSR
What We Offer
Working in Building Control at North Somerset Council is a great place to balance a rewarding career with a quality home life. Located south of Bristol, it’s a scenic rural area with access to the coast and the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Benefits include:
Generous leave with up to 32 off days per annum, plus up to 12 additional days off per annum under our flexitime scheme
Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
Flexible working arrangements
Locally based work, within North Somerset, minimising time spent driving
Working primarily from home but with easy access to modern offices
Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
Support from the national Local Authority Building Control network
A career graded post allowing you to progress as you expand your registration categories with the BSR.
Tax deductible electric vehicle lease scheme (via salary sacrifice)
Entry into the excellent local government pension scheme
Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
Access to Health Assured Employee Assistance programme
Access to BHSF Corporate Health Cash Plan
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.
This is an opportunity to continue your career with the option to work part time at an organisation that values the need to balance work and home life. We have a thriving business sector with Bristol Airport and several large towns including Portishead and Weston-super-Mare, which all provide opportunities to work on complex commercial schemes.
It will be your job to undertake the assessment of building regulation applications as part of a team, to ensure works on site comply with prescribed technical standards and approved details. This career grade post is an excellent opportunity for both recently qualified and more experienced building control inspectors alike, who can demonstrate their competency to work unsupervised on domestic projects from the first day of employment. The starting salary will be dependent on your level of registration with the BSR ( £37,938 to £41,511pa - BSR Registration Class 2A to 2D).
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Jason Beale, Head of Planning, at Jason.beale@n-somerset.gov.uk or 019
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Building Inspector to join our Building Control Team registered with the Building Safety Regulator between Class 2 A (pay level 8) up to Class to 2 F (pay level 10).
In this role, you will manage a caseload of construction projects commensurate to your BSR registration.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake plan checks
Undertake site inspections
Undertake site inspections in relation to dangerous structures
Take enforcement action as necessary
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
2-3 days in the office
Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about building safety and public service, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
Registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Class 2A for plan check and site inspection work
Ability to plan and organise own work effectively
Good communication and customer care skills
Adheres to professional standards and codes of conduct set by the BSR
Desirable Criteria:
Registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Classes B, C, D or F
Class 2 D at pay level 9 starting at £41,511pa up to £46,731
Class 2 F at pay level 10 starting at £47,754pa up to £52,805
Ability to work towards obtaining next level of registration with the BSR
What We Offer
Working in Building Control at North Somerset Council is a great place to balance a rewarding career with a quality home life. Located south of Bristol, it’s a scenic rural area with access to the coast and the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Benefits include:
Generous leave with up to 32 off days per annum, plus up to 12 additional days off per annum under our flexitime scheme
Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
Flexible working arrangements
Locally based work, within North Somerset, minimising time spent driving
Working primarily from home but with easy access to modern offices
Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
Support from the national Local Authority Building Control network
A career graded post allowing you to progress as you expand your registration categories with the BSR.
Tax deductible electric vehicle lease scheme (via salary sacrifice)
Entry into the excellent local government pension scheme
Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
Access to Health Assured Employee Assistance programme
Access to BHSF Corporate Health Cash Plan
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.
This is an opportunity to continue your career with the option to work part time at an organisation that values the need to balance work and home life. We have a thriving business sector with Bristol Airport and several large towns including Portishead and Weston-super-Mare, which all provide opportunities to work on complex commercial schemes.
It will be your job to undertake the assessment of building regulation applications as part of a team, to ensure works on site comply with prescribed technical standards and approved details. This career grade post is an excellent opportunity for both recently qualified and more experienced building control inspectors alike, who can demonstrate their competency to work unsupervised on domestic projects from the first day of employment. The starting salary will be dependent on your level of registration with the BSR ( £37,938 to £41,511pa - BSR Registration Class 2A to 2D).
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Jason Beale, Head of Planning, at Jason.beale@n-somerset.gov.uk or 019
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