Job Description

Your new companySouthend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary Local Authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. They employ around 800 staff who work alongside local communities to deliver the Southend 2050 ambition and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority, they are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, and therefore offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of the economy and communities, and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects, makes the Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.
The Council is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed professional who would like to come and work within their Building Control team. There are a number of large and interesting projects in the pipeline, from major residential schemes and large seafront leisure developments, along with day-to-day householder projects.
Your new roleYou will be involved in the delivery of the Building Control function and ensure that the Council's obligations under the Building Act and associated legislation with regards to health and safety, welfare and convenience of persons in or about buildings are administered and enforced. This will include a multitude of tasks including site inspections, plan checking and completing enforcement actions. When required, you will deputise for the Team Leader and assist with supporting other members of the team.
What you'll need to succeedTo be successful for this role, you should have a degree qualification (or equivalent), be a registered Building Inspector and have obtained relevant professional membership. Prior experience within Building Control is essential and you will be required to provide your own vehicle for work purposes.
What you'll get in returnThis is an interim job, paying up to £350 per day.
The Council is an equal opportunities employer. They welcome applications regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #