Technical Support Officer (Building Control)

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A career in local government can be very rewarding, offering a variety of roles and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Wyre Council offers this development through many of its career paths.

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A highly organised and enthusiastic individual is required to provide administrative and technical support to the Building Control Team.

This is a varied and interesting role involving a wide range of duties including checking the validity of submitted Building Regulations applications and fees, taking telephone payments, dealing with customers over the telephone and face-to-face enquiries from service users. The successful candidate will support the Local Authority’s readiness for the implementation of the new Building Safety Levy processes, and the administration of this when it launches in Autumn 2026.

The successful candidate will have

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent IT skills and proven extensive administrative experience
• Clear, professional communication skills – both written and verbal
• The ability to interpret and apply guidance and regulations

Comprehensive training will be provided, along with the opportunity to complete a fully funded Level 3 qualification relevant to this role.

Wyre Council offers a fantastic work-life balance and a supportive environment where you can grow and thrive. Benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• 24 days annual leave (rising to 29 subject to length of service)
• Employer pension contributions
• Free onsite parking
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to occupational health and wellbeing services
• Extensive training and development opportunities

For an informal discussion about this post please contact Mandy Squire, Data Monitoring & Performance Manager (Building Control), Tel: 01253 887343 (Tuesday to Friday)

Interviews expected to be w/c 8th December