Overview
Erewash Borough Council is seeking a Building Control Support Officer to join our Building Control team during an exciting period of transformation. As we implement new systems and processes, your role will be vital in delivering high-quality administrative support that keeps our service running smoothly.
What You'll Be Doing
* Respond to building control enquiries using approved guidance
* Register applications and raise invoices accurately
* Maintain and process records for site inspections
* Produce reports using standard templates
* Support Building Control Surveyors with administrative tasks
* Measure and check submitted plans against set criteria
* Liaise with agents, architects, and other stakeholders
* Upload and manage documents in digital systems
* Handle telephone and email queries professionally
* Ensure financial processes are followed correctly
You will work with Microsoft Office and our Corporate Database System daily and help us transition to a new digital platform - so being tech-savvy and open to change is key.
Are you organised, adaptable, and ready to support a service that's evolving for the future? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision and teamwork matter? If so, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
Requirements
* Is confident with data entry and digital record-keeping
* Can follow multiple processes with accuracy and consistency
* Adapts easily to new systems and changing procedures
* Manages high workloads and meets deadlines
* Stays resilient under pressure and shifting priorities
* Has strong literacy, numeracy, and organisational skills
* Works well independently and as part of a team
* Is willing to undertake relevant training (e.g. LABC Level 3 Technical Admin Support course)
Desirable experience
* Administrative support in building control or local government
* Creating and processing invoices in line with financial regulations
* NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in administration or ICT, Disability Confident
Disability Confident
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Benefits
* Generous annual leave package - 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years' continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year.
* Free workplace car parking within the Borough.
* Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development.
* Family friendly and flexible working policies available.
* Flexi Time Scheme.
* Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions.
* Discounted leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme.
* Access to the VIVUP employee benefits discount and salary sacrifice scheme.
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