Graduate (Building Standards)

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We want your future to become part of ours.

Falkirk Council is a council of the future. A community of over 7,000 employees striving to create better lives for all of our residents.

Come join us.

Could you be our Graduate title within our Building Standards team?

We’re looking for a motivated graduate to support our small, award‑winning Building Standards team in this key statutory role.

You will assist officers with the provision of professional Building Standards activities by supporting the team in day-to-day tasks including assessment, inspection and processing of Building Standards verification, enforcement and licensing work. You will help ensure the effective performance management of case work in order to assist with the promotion, delivery and integration of key Building Standards objectives within Place Services.

We are committed to supporting you in taking your first step in your career. During your time with us, we will ensure you receive the training and development you need to contribute fully to the valuable work of the Building Standards team. Training will be given with a focus in background technical building standards electronic technical systems that underpin the service.

What we are looking for…

The ideal person for this role will be proactive, adaptable, and committed to making a positive impact in their work.

You will have a HND or above in either a Property, Building or Construction related subject or another recognised relevant subject.

We look for core skills for all our graduate posts which are:

• Good written and oral communication
• Interpersonal
• Organisation
• Project management
• Report writing
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Computer skills including use of MS Office
• Ability to use your initiative and organise your own workload

Experience with GIS mapping systems, databases, and media platforms is desirable.

Knowledge of land‑use planning policy—covering environmental, economic, and social issues—is also desirable.

The role will involve occasional travel to sites within the Council area, as well as attendance at meetings held at other locations as part of work duties. A full driving licence is desirable, and pool cars are available for business use.

Sounds like you? Great. 

View our job profile below for more information on what could be your next job.

Why work with us?

We strive to create positive change in our community by empowering our people to make a difference. We are a team-oriented, purpose-driven organisation focused on creating positive change. Be a part of something bigger, be part of our future, and come work with us.

We are looking for people who share our values and want to make a real impact in our communities. Our values: Responsive, Innovative, Trusted, and Ambitious (RITA) shape everything we do.

• Responsive: We embrace technology and modern ways of working to deliver services that meet customer needs every day.
• Innovative: We celebrate creativity and learning to inspire new solutions that make Falkirk a great place to live, learn, work, and visit.
• Trusted: We remove barriers and empower people with the skills to lead independent, fulfilling lives.
• Ambitious: We work together to create sustainable services that make a lasting difference.

This post is temporary until August 2028 to cover a temporary project.

Falkirk Council values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

If you are ready to make a real difference to the lives of real people, apply today.

Requirements

What we can offer you.

As a Falkirk Council employee, you’ll enjoy a range of flexible benefits

Contact Us

For more information regarding this role, contact Steven Fleming at Steven.Fleming@falkirk.gov.uk

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