Senior Building Control Surveyor

Rogerstone, Gwent
i-Jobs
Senior Building Control Surveyor

Location: Godfrey Road, Newport, NP20 4UR
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 6+ Months
Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 20.31 per hour
Job Ref: OR10119

Responsibilities

• Undertake technical assessments and activities based on professional competency, making decisions to effectively deliver the Building Control function.
• Ensure buildings comply with relevant regulatory standards in terms of health, safety, sustainability, energy conservation, accessibility, and design.
• Assess dangerous structures and implement immediate remedial works.
• Perform unsupervised functions and activities within the limits of competence, unless supervised.
• Check submitted full plan applications, examine Building Notices for validity, and verify certificates submitted by approved persons/inspectors for compliance with Building standards.
• Inspect construction work at various stages, keeping accurate records of inspections and completions.
• Advise building contractors, architects, Elected Members, and the public on technical matters relating to Building Regulations and construction matters, providing practical regulatory solutions.
• Handle complaints related to buildings and structures, especially dangerous buildings, and take appropriate action to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Promote the Council s Building Control services and other initiatives introduced by LABC.
• Control demolition processes to ensure public safety and proper methods are employed.
• Inspect scaffolding on highways for public safety and issue necessary licenses.
• Assist the Council s Solicitor in preparing Court cases for enforcement actions and represent the Council in such matters.
• Deal efficiently and courteously with client and customer inquiries via various communication methods.
• Supervise and mentor less experienced staff, providing guidance as necessary.
• Take reasonable care of personal and others’ safety, comply with statutory health & safety duties, and report incidents or accidents.

Person Specification
Essential Qualifications

• HND/HNC in a construction-related subject.
• Minimum Band A validation.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree in a construction-related subject.
• Working towards Band B registration.

Knowledge

• Working towards professional membership of RICS or CABE.
• Practical knowledge and understanding of legislation and statutory obligations affecting the delivery of a quality customer-focused Building Control service.

Desirable Knowledge

• Professional membership of RICS or CABE.

Experience

• Experience or qualification in a Building Control environment or a closely related discipline within the construction industry.
• Demonstrate computer literacy with a commitment to the use of GIS and computerized databases.
• Experience of dealing with people.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience of the Building Control function.
• Experience of working in a team to meet necessary deadlines.

Aptitude & Skills

• Able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with colleagues, outside agencies, and customers.
• Able to understand and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and statutory regulations.
• Customer-oriented in service delivery.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Competence and confidence in dealing with customers.
• Flexible approach to people and work.
• Able to schedule own workload to meet essential deadlines.
• Willingness to assist other team members and colleagues when necessary.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, able to express views and advice professionally in written and oral forms.
• Good team player with a willingness to learn and support colleagues.
• Able to handle a wide range of documentation and maintain accurate and timely records.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Strong analytical and judgment skills.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.

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