Building Standards Surveyor

Job Description

Building Standards Surveyor (2) (5/620) (5/798)

Dumfries/Hybrid

Band 11 £49,293 - £53,124

Join a Progressive Building Standards Service

We're investing in our Building Standards Service and are looking for an experienced and motivated Building Standards Surveyor to join our ambitious and supportive team.

This is an opportunity to use your expertise to help shape safe, sustainable development across one of Scotland's largest and most diverse local authority areas. From housing and schools to commercial, industrial and public sector developments, you'll enjoy a varied and rewarding workload while making a real difference to communities throughout Dumfries and Galloway.

The Role

You will:

• Verify building warrant applications.
• Assess a range of building projects, including complex developments.
• Undertake site inspections and compliance activities.
• Carry out enforcement and dangerous buildings work.
• Provide technical advice to customers, agents and stakeholders.
• Contribute to service improvement and collaborative working.

What We're Looking For

We are interested in surveyors with:

• Significant Building Standards or Building Control experience.
• Strong knowledge of Scottish Building Standards legislation and guidance.
• Excellent technical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage a varied workload and work both independently and as part of a team.

MRICS is preferred, although MCABE and MCIOB qualified candidates will also be considered.

A full driving licence is essential as the role involves travel throughout Dumfries and Galloway.

Why Join Us?

• Diverse and rewarding work across domestic, commercial, industrial and public sector developments.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• The opportunity to influence and support high-quality development across the region.
• A friendly, collaborative and professional team environment.
• Genuine work-life balance in one of Scotland's most scenic and affordable regions.

Career Development

With Building Standards professionals in high demand across Scotland, we are committed to investing in our people. You'll have dedicated time for continuing professional development, Building Standards Hub learning opportunities, mentoring and competency-based development, helping you build your skills and progress your career within a supportive and forward-thinking service.

Interested?

Whether you're looking for a fresh challenge, broader professional experience, greater work-life balance, or the opportunity to play a key role in a progressive service, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for experienced professionals who want to use their expertise to make a genuine difference while enjoying the flexibility, support and quality of life that Dumfries and Galloway can offer.

Requirements

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing.  Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more.  Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Brian Johnston
Team Leader Building Standards
07919 300742
brian.johnston@dumgal.gov.uk