The building control service processes Building Regulation applications under the provisions of Section 91 and 92 of the Building Act 1984. All building work carried out should meet current building codes and regulation requirements. The building control department ensures that buildings are designed and constructed in accordance with theBuilding Regulationsand associated legislation. It is the responsibility of those carrying out the work to ensure that the provisions of the regulations are fully met. The role of Building Control is to check that they do so and ensure that corrective actions are taken when compliance has not been achieved.
The post holder will be competent in all building control and administrative matters ensuring that appropriate buildings meet the regulatory standards in safety, sustainability, accessibility, and design. They will initiate and assist with enforcement action to ensure delivery of the services obligations under the Building Act and associated legislation, whilst working within a highly competitive market.In addition, the post holder will contribute to a strong and efficient performance culture with a focus on service excellence and customer satisfaction.
The building control service deals with reports of Dangerous Structures during normal working hours as well as out of office hours, along with the administration of Demolition Notifications, Initial Notice Applications, Competent Person Submissions and Exempt Enquiries on behalf of North Yorkshire Council.
The duties and responsibilities highlighted are indicative and may vary over time. The post holder is expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities relevant to the nature, level, and scope of the post.
HND/Degree level in a relevant subject such as Building Control, Building Surveying, Construction, Structural Engineering and/or be able to demonstrate learning at an equivalent level.
Student or Associate Member and working towards being a Corporate Member of a relevant professional body such as RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors), CABE (Chartered Association of Building Engineers), CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building) or equivalent
Chartered Member of a relevant professional body such as RICS, CABE, CIOB or equivalent.
Registered with the Building Safety Regulator to at least, or working towards, Class 1: Trainee Building Inspector as determined by the HSE Building Inspector Competency Framework (BICoF)
Registered with the Building Safety Regulator to at least, or working towards, Class 2: Building Inspector as determined by the HSE Building Inspector Competency Framework (BICoF)
Demonstrate knowledge of the construction industry, methods, techniques and materials
Good knowledge of Building Regulations, procedures and associated Building Control functions offered by a Local Authority
Good experience within Building Control dealing with a variety of different types of projects ranging from small domestic to relatively complex non-domestic/residential schemes.
Demonstrate a good understanding of local government services and procedures
Experience of working within the construction industry in any of the various trades or professions
Experience of providing high standards of customer service across a range of diverse activities
Highly effective written and oral communications skills with the ability to maintain accurate records.
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