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Our Values
* Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
* Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
* Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
* Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
* Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
* Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.
About The Team We Are Recruiting To
We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, accepting of all, and free from discrimination and bias. We are looking to recruit a Senior Building Control Officer (RBI) to join our busy, high‑performing, forward‑thinking team. Our team handles a wide range of building control projects, from domestic extensions and conversions to large‑scale commercial and public developments. We pride ourselves on providing a high‑quality, customer‑focused, and cost‑effective service that ensures the safety and quality of buildings in our area, while promoting sustainable development, energy efficiency, accessibility, and fire safety.
What Is the Job Role?
As a Senior Building Control Officer, you will contribute to the delivery of our Building Control service through plan assessments, site inspections, client liaison, and assessment of developments against Building Regulations, associated legislation, government guidance, and council policies. You will process and assess a range of Building Control applications, document and record information accurately, and issue decisions in a timely manner. You will respond to notifications of dangerous and dilapidated structures, ensuring appropriate action is taken to remove any danger. You will also help develop and improve the Building Control service, implement best practices, and provide technical advice on Building Control matters. Although advertised as a full‑time role, we consider flexible arrangements for part‑time applicants.
Who Are We Looking For?
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Qualifications
* An ONC, OND, or BTEC in a building‑related subject; or
* A professional qualification by one of the Chartered Institutions—RICS, ABE, CIOB—with a specialism in Building Control; or
* CIOB Public Service Building Control Surveying Diploma (Level 4, 5 or 6); or
* At least three years of working within a Building Regulations environment.
* Validated to a Building Safety Regulator Class 2 (A‑F) Domestic Registered Building Inspector.
In addition, you must already be validated to a Building Safety Regulator Class 2 (A‑F) Domestic Registered Building Inspector; you will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work under pressure, and prioritise your workload; you will also need a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel to various sites across the city.
Additional Requirements
* All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are not offering sponsorship for this role.
* Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
* Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
* Individuals currently in care or who have previously been in care
* Disabled or long‑term health condition holders
Application Process
Once you have applied, you will be contacted by telephone for a questionnaire. Successful candidates will be invited to an interview. The advert will close as soon as sufficient applications are received. Please contact Kate Rich, Head of Building Control, on 02476 978538 or email Kate.Rich@coventry.gov.uk for an informal discussion.
Interview Date
Week Commencing 1st December
Attached Documents
* Coventry City Council Application Process (1).pdf
* Job Description and Person Specification Grade 9.pdf
Contact
Kate Rich
Head of Building Control
02476 978538
Kate.Rich@coventry.gov.uk
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