Key Responsibilities
Support and develop junior surveyors and other team members, promoting knowledge sharing, continuous professional development, and high-quality service delivery.
Monitor and review building control processes, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, innovation, and enhanced customer experience.
Ensure timely, accurate, and clear record‑keeping, reporting, and documentation of inspections, enforcement actions, and statutory notices.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including planning, environmental health and developers, to deliver integrated and effective building control outcomes.
Support the service in achieving performance objectives, service targets, and compliance with corporate strategies, policies, and best practice standards.
Qualifications and Experience
* Educated to degree level in a relevant subject (e.g., Building Surveying, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management) or equivalent professional experience.
* Chartered or accredited membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)).
* Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) to maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of legislation, standards, and best practice in building control.
* Demonstrable experience in advanced building control practices, including statutory compliance, inspections, enforcement, and appeals.
* Professional qualification or strong experience in managing and leading teams within a Building Control or related regulatory environment.
* Must be registered with the Building Safety Regulator to perform building control work within England – minimum hold of RBI registration with the Building Safety Regulator for Class 2F.
* In‑depth understanding of building control legislation, regulations, and guidance, including the Building Act, Approved Documents, and relevant statutory requirements.
* Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, and structural principles across residential, commercial, and public sector developments.
* Awareness of health and safety legislation and risk management practices in construction and inspection work.
* Understanding of council governance, statutory obligations, and service delivery frameworks within a local authority context.
* Knowledge of current and emerging trends in building regulations, sustainability, fire safety, and accessibility standards.
About the Role
Be part of Maldon District Council – “Where Quality of Life Matters”. The office is based in the heart of historic Maldon town, close to the high street with a range of shops, pubs, restaurants, sandwich bars, coffee shops, and the famous Prom Park.
Benefits
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Flexible and agile working
* Employee assistance programme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Salary sacrifice car lease scheme
* Discounted local gym membership
* Free parking
* Payment of one annual professional subscription
Commitment
Maldon District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups.
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