Building Standards Officer

Job Description

The post holder will undertake the verification of applications for Building Warrant and the acceptance of Completion Certificates, 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 a fully qualified person experienced ideally within a Local Authority Building Standards environment, consideration may however be given to candidates who have lesser qualifications/experience of Building Standards. In those circumstances it would be expected that such candidates 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 ideally in a Local Authority Building Standards environment.

Degree in a Building related subject (HNC along with substantial relevant experience may be considered).

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: 26th September 2025

Starting Salary: Career Grade 7-9 £34,778.25 - £49,273.90

£18.45 per hour.

36.25 hours per week / 52 weeks per year.

 

Interviews to be held week commencing: 6 October 2025.

For further information, contact William Clark, Acting Service Manager, Planning and Build Standards, William.Clark@moray.gov.uk.