SLA13166 - Clerk of Works (2 Posts)

Job Description

We deliver an integrated design, contract and project management service based on strong links between our building Service and consultancy Service sections and private sector construction professionals and contractors therefore having the ability to interact constructively with a variety of stakeholders and partners is an essential requirement of the post.

Housing and Technical resources wish to appoint a Clerk of works to assist in the effective delivery of a comprehensive service to the council’s capital and revenue expenditure programme including Housing and non-housing projects.

To undertake this role, you will require to have a sound knowledge of Construction Technology. it is desirable that you have a proven track record in Inspection within a property / construction environment, you must be able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative to ensure the highest standards and industry best practice. You will display professionalism and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Ideally you will have Membership of the institute of Clerk of works and Construction Inspectorate, but membership is not essential or an equivalent qualification to meet the demands of the role.

Due to the requirements of this post the ability to travel throughout South Lanarkshire is essential.

You will be required to work to pre-determined timescales and targets and will bring to the position a sound knowledge of new build and renovation projects, health and safety legislation. 

You should be able to work as part of a team and on an individual basis as well as having the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines consistently. 

You should demonstrate a commitment to the principles of customer care, while displaying excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to demonstrate previous experience of working to targets and pre-determined timescales along with an awareness of health and safety in the workplace.

As part of our approach to good practice and safer recruitment we carry out a number of pre-employment checks for example, Identity, Asylum and Immigration and employment history etc.
As this post involves accessing the public services network, the preferred candidate will be subject to the Baseline Personnel Security Standards (BPSS). The preferred candidate will be subject to a Basic Disclosure provided by Disclosure Scotland prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

With quality service provision and best value as key aspects of this role your focus will be high on customer satisfaction demonstrating commitment to continuous improvement.

Requirements

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community. As a user of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum competency/behaviour requirements for the position.

South Lanarkshire Council is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview who meet the minimum requirements for the position.

The Individual

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave, enhanced leave.
• Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema.
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)