Senior Building Control Surveyor

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About the role

Grade 9, £48,602-£53,120 per annum (up to £58,286 for exceptional candidates) + £3,000 p/a market supplement (pro-rata where part time)

To apply, please follow this link: https://penna.com/job/365db9cd-a11b-db9b-7837-4c0b32c0954e

Why Join Us?

At RBWM, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking and dynamic team committed to building a sustainable borough of opportunity and innovation. We nurture engagement, empowerment, and wellbeing, creating the perfect environment for you to flourish professionally.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Inspecting and regulating all building types (domestic and commercial) up to 18 m high.
• Reviewing plans and applications for compliance with Building Regulations.
• Investigating unauthorised works and dangerous structures—and taking decisive action where required.
• Mentoring trainees, including accompanying them on site visits, helping them develop the skills and confidence to excel.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders, including councillors, agents, developers, and the public.
• Staying up to date with legislation to ensure our service remains trusted and proactive.

About You

We’re seeking a team player who contributes to a positive and inclusive culture. You should also bring:

• Registered Building Inspector status (or with an application in progress) for Class 2A–F.
• Proven experience in local authority Building Control, managing a caseload of Class 2A buildings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to make sound, pragmatic decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Our Employee Benefits

RBWM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance. These include:

Our benefits include:

• Range of full, part time and flexible working options.
• 32 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
• A range of employee benefits schemes giving discounts and savings with supermarkets and other retailers.
• Microsoft Home User discount.
• Dell Advantage – savings on Dell products.
• Eyecare voucher scheme.
• Employee assistance programme offering advice, information and counselling support.
• In-house Wellbeing Advocates.
• Free digital services including eBooks, audio books, films and music via our library services team.
• Give as you earn scheme.
• Free parking.

Learn more about all of our employee benefits on our website: RBWM Our Employee Benefits

What We Offer

• A workplace where your input is valued—and your development is actively supported.
• Engagement with varied and challenging projects that make a real difference to our borough.
• A role where no two days are the same—and your contribution has visible impact.

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Brian Gallagher via brian.gallagher@penna.com or call 07716 098175