Registered Building Inspector (Class 2A-F)
MB4 (£54,109 - £61,627 inclusive of 20% market supplement), Pay Award Pending
This role is eligible for an Essential Car User allowance of up to £963 per annum, plus generous standby allowance for taking part in the out-of-hours rota.
37 Hours, Full Time with on-call requirement (maximum 1 week in 6)
Permanent
Hybrid - Stopford House.
Application Deadline: 11:59pm 13th September 2026
Shortlisting Date: 14th September 2026
Interview Date: w/c 21st September 2026
Interview Type: In person
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Your Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Building Control Inspector registered at Class 2A-F, holding significant Building Control experience with working knowledge of building regulations and legislation and excellent communication and negotiation skills.
In this varied role, you will manage a portfolio of building projects, carrying out plan assessments and site inspections to ensure compliance with Building Regulations, the Building Act 1984 and associated legislation.
You will provide professional advice and guidance to residents, developers, contractors and other stakeholders, helping to deliver safe, compliant and high-quality development across the borough. The role includes investigating dangerous structures, unauthorised works and complaints, taking enforcement action where required, and participating in an out-of-hours rota.
Working closely with colleagues, elected members, external agencies and industry professionals, you will contribute to excellent customer service, support less experienced inspectors, and help develop and promote the Building Control service. You will also be committed to maintaining professional standards, continuous development, and working in accordance with the Code of Conduct for Registered Building Inspectors.
This is an excellent time to join the service as they undertake a diverse portfolio of major construction / build projects including large-scale housing developments, and town centre redevelopment. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic professional who is passionate about public safety, regulatory compliance and delivering a high-quality service to our communities.
About You
We're looking for an experienced and motivated Registered Building Inspector who is passionate about delivering a high-quality Building Control service and helping to keep people safe.
You will hold Registered Building Inspector status at Class 2A-F and a recognised Building Control qualification such as RICS or CABE membership. With substantial Building Control experience gained in either the public or private sector, you'll have a strong understanding of the Building Act, Building Safety Act, Building Regulations and associated legislation.
You'll be an excellent communicator with strong organisational and prioritisation skills, able to build positive relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders. A team player by nature, you'll enjoy working collaboratively whilst also managing your own workload effectively.
We're looking for someone who:
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Is registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Class 2A-F.
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Has significant Building Control experience and a sound understanding of the role of a Registered Building Inspector.
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Possesses strong technical knowledge of Building Control legislation and regulations.
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Demonstrates excellent communication, customer service and negotiation skills.
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Has strong IT skills and is confident using digital systems to process plans and communicate with stakeholders.
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Is committed to continuous professional development and maintaining professional standards.
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Holds a full UK driving licence and can travel across the borough to carry out inspections and duties.
About Us
All staff enjoy a generous leave entitlement of up to 31-days leave (after 5 years continuous local government service) plus all statutory bank holidays, flexible working hours scheme (which allows you to take up to two days of accrued hours as additional flexi-leave, every four weeks).
The post comes with access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
Payment of one professional membership per year plus all Building Safety Regulator registration and maintenance fees
Help and support throughout the validation process including study and exam leave.
A range of other staff benefits, including a tax-efficient “salary sacrifice” car lease scheme, subsidised gym membership, cycle to work scheme, Vivup membership (allowing access to retailer discounts, interest free purchases of electronics and household items through your monthly salary).
At Stockport Council we are one ambitious team on a mission to create opportunities for everyone who lives, works and spends time in the borough. Working at Stockport Council means contributing to one of the most thriving towns in the North. We’re keen to recruit people with the right values and behaviours that can help us ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do.
We are proud to be recognised under the Good Employment Charter as an organisation committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues. As members of the charter, we have been recognised as a great place to work for all colleagues and pledge to pay the real living wage, engage staff in key decisions and endorse fair and flexible working conditions.
If you would like to find out more about the role please contact Scott Bonham on 07800 618072 or at [email protected] for an informal discussion about the role
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Please note that we have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers and ex-military personnel. As part of the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme you will therefore be guaranteed to be shortlisted for Assessment if you meet both the criteria for the scheme and the essential job role criteria.
Find out if you meet the criteria here: https://www.greater.jobs/our-guaranteed-assessment-scheme
If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the ‘About You’ or ‘Supporting Statement’ section of your application. Please also email [email protected].
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