Principal Building Control Surveyor

Overview

Herefordshire Council are seeking a passionate, knowledgeable and RBI 3 Principle Building Control Surveyor to join our Building Control Team.

If you have a passion for building control, this is the role for you.

• Lead an existing team of Building Control Surveyors and Technical Support Officers.
• Provide building control service at an operational level, including day‑to‑day activities and administrative duties.
• Deputise for the Building Control Manager as necessary.
• Deal with internal and external customers regarding building control matters—regulation applications, site inspections, building safety levy charges, pre‑application advice, potentially dangerous structure reports and enforcement enquiries.
• Work with IT providers to maintain accurate computer records and prepare periodic data reports.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the council and report directly to the Building Control Manager.

• Understanding of the role of a registered building inspector and the requirements of the building safety regulator.
• Strong knowledge of building control, regulatory issues and current legislation.
• Demonstrable experience and knowledge in this specialist area.
• Ability to work independently and within a team, often meeting tight deadlines and managing multiple work streams.

• Open to applicants who indicate a disability (Disability Confident scheme).
• Open to applicants who indicate they are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist (Armed Forces Covenant).
• Open to applicants who indicate they are a Herefordshire care leaver.

• Salary range: HC10 £ 46,142 to £50,269 per annum (dependent on experience).
• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Clear career progression pathways.
• 31 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays; option to purchase an additional 10 days per annum.
• Flexible working, including the potential for job‑sharing, part‑time hours and agile working.
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 access to support and counselling.
• Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements).
• Retail, leisure, holiday and health perks, including savings, cash back and discounts.

Competitive salary, holiday entitlement and access to a contributory pension and staff benefits scheme.

Position is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.