Building Standards Inspector

Job Description

The postholder will undertake site inspections, the acceptance of Completion Certificates, assist with the verification of applications for Building Warrant and provide advice and guidance to enquirers and contribute to meeting the performance targets expected of the Building Standards Section.

Whilst the Council wish to appoint an experienced person competent in carrying out inspections of building work consideration may however be given to candidates who have limited experience of Building Standards and appropriate training will be provided in these circumstances.  It is also expected that such candidates will undertake study in order to gain a professional qualification.  Salary placement and the duties undertaken will be subject to experience and qualification.

 

Requirements

Verifying applications for Building Warrant and Completion Certificate submissions

Provide information and advice regarding Building Standards and related matters

Contributing to the formulation and implementation of and complying with the objectives, policies and procedures of the Building Standards Section

The Individual

Significant relevant experience of inspecting buildings during construction and interpreting architectural plans

HNC in a surveying, building or equivalent subject

Alternatively consideration will be given to candidates with substantial relevant experience

Excellent oral/written communication skills

Analytical approach

IT Skills

Negotiating Skills

Self confident and self motivated

Working Knowledge of the Technical Standards

You will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Moray to meet the operational requirements of the Service. Due to the rural nature of Moray this is normally undertaken by use of a car/van

Ability to relate well with all levels of staff

Willingness to work in a demanding position where a flexible and corporate approach is required

Willingness to accept direction/delegation

A commitment to deliver quality services to agreed standards

Ability to work in open plan office

Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs and demands of the service

Ability to work in different office depending on service requirements

 

Closing Date: 10 January 2025

Career Grade 7 - 8: £33,439.90 - £40,527.50 per year *

36.25 hours per week

* career grade scheme applies

Proposed interview date: week commencing 13th January 2025

 

For further information, please contact William Clark - william.clark@moray.gov.uk