Building Control Surveyor - Building Services & Maintenance

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for two Building Control Surveyors to join a busy Local Authority Building Control team based in Birkenhead.

In this role, you will play a central part in ensuring all building and construction activities across the North West adhere to statutory Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and public safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect deposited plans and building notices to assess compliance with Building Regulations and relevant legislation.
• Conduct statutory on-site inspections across domestic and commercial developments, ensuring workmanship, materials, and practices comply with approved plans.
• Assess basic structural calculations and consult with external statutory bodies, including the fire service and water authorities.
• Investigate unauthorised building works, contraventions, and dangerous structures, preparing formal statements and enforcement documentation where required.
• Participate as required in the out-of-hours emergency call-out rota for dangerous structures.
• Provide professional technical advice and guidance to architects, developers, contractors, and members of the public.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Building Control Surveyor within a Local Authority or Approved Inspector / Registered Building Control Approver (RBCA) environment.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of the Building Act 1984, Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and relevant health and safety legislation.
• Experience in defect diagnosis, site inspection regimes, and basic structural assessment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to handle compliance issues diplomatically and authoritatively.
• Valid UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle for site visits across the organisation.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (compliance documentation, including criminal conviction declaration and confidentiality agreement, will be completed prior to submission).