Registered Building Inspector

Summary: The Registered Building Inspector role involves delivering a professional Building Control service by assessing compliance with Building Regulations and inspecting construction works. The position emphasizes public safety, sustainability, and high-quality design standards, with responsibilities expanding based on experience and qualifications. The inspector will manage a caseload, provide guidance to junior staff, and ensure adherence to health and safety policies. This is a career-graded position with opportunities for professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and inspect building regulation applications and associated documentation.
• Carry out site inspections with limited supervision, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Investigate demolitions, dangerous structures, and unauthorized works.
• Support enforcement actions where compliance is not achieved.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and decisions.
• Deliver excellent customer service and liaise with stakeholders.
• Support other services within the Building Control department as needed.
• Independently manage a full caseload including complex domestic and non-domestic projects.
• Provide professional guidance and mentoring to junior staff.
• Act as first responder for Dangerous Structures callouts, making immediate safety decisions.
• Provide evidence for appeals and enforcement cases.
• Work within the context of the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) competency framework.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and ISO 9001 quality assurance standards.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with service policies.
• Uphold health and safety policies and ensure equal opportunities practices.
• Remain registered or working towards registration with the Building Safety Regulator as per the Building Act 1984.

Key Skills:

• HND/Degree in Building Control, Surveying, Construction, or equivalent.
• Working towards chartered membership (e.g. RICS, CABE, CIOB) for Grade I; Chartered Member of a relevant professional body for Grade JK.
• Registered or working towards BSR Class 1 or 2 registration.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to assess plans, conduct site inspections, and compile reports.
• Proficient in using ICT for document and data management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professional communication.
• Experience working within a regulatory or construction environment (Grade JK: Essential).

Salary (Rate): £28

City: Northallerton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other