Your newpany
The services of Hays have been retained by our client, Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council, to recruit a Building Control Officer on a temporary contract basis for a period of 6 months with the possibility of further extension.
Your new role
You will work as part of the Building Control Team to fulfil the Council’s statutory duties regarding the administration and enforcement of Building Regulations and allied legislation and to provide an efficient, effective, economic and equitable service. This will include:Validating and assessing applications submitted under the Building Regulations forpliance with the requirements of applicable regulations.Inspecting building work as required by the Building Regulations.Applying the procedural and technical requirements of the Building Regulations (NI), including the decision to reject or approve plans, issue or refuse regularisation certificates, administer Building Notice submissions and administer the Plans of No Effect (PONE) procedure.Issuingpletion Certificates as and when appropriate.Reporting on contraventions and all unauthorised building work encountered or alerted to within the Borough.A full job description is available upon request.
What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this position, you must possess:A degree or equivalent in an appropriate building related discipline, such as architecture, building, or civil/structural engineering, or;Full Corporate Membership of an appropriate building related professional institution or association such as RIBA, CABE, RICS (Building Surveying/ Control), MICE, MIStructE, CIOB or CIAT, and;Be able to demonstrate that you have at least two years’ experience of:
1. Working in the building/construction industry in either the public or private sector.
2. Interpreting working drawings and specifications.
3. Applying knowledge and understanding of current Building Regulations to determine thepliance of proposals and successfully enforcing and remedying breaches.
4. Forming effective and professional relationships with stakeholders, including contractors, consultants and members of the public.
If you do not possess a relevant degree / professional qualification, you will need to have four years’ experience in the areas outlined above.Additionally, you should have:Knowledge and understanding of the Building Regulations and allied legislation and statutory obligations.A full current driving licence valid in the UK and access to a vehicle.
What you'll get in return
This position offers an immediate start and the opportunity to work with a large public body, initially on a temporary contract basis.Salary range - £37,336 - £40, 221.37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.35 days annual leave, including bank holidays.