Building Inspector (Registered)
£41,771 - £47,181 per annum 37 Hours per week
Permanent
Coleford/Agile
Are you a qualified Registered Building Control Inspector (minimum Class 2a) looking for a role where your expertise in domestic construction will make a real impact?
Join our dedicated team in the Forest of Dean, a stunning location offering an outstanding work-life balance, a close-knit community, and easy access to nature while working on exciting and varied projects.
Our building control team manage a range of interesting projects and in this role, you will enjoy the support of a multi-disciplined professional team but be given the autonomy and responsibility to work independently dealing with a range of domestic type building control applications, site inspections and technical queries.
We provide a professional service on all aspects of the building regulations including plan appraisal and site inspections. The successful candidate will be involved in carrying out a variety of inspections including dangerous structures and resolve the issues that may arise. You will be a valued member of the team, who will contribute to the development of the service in relation to commerciality and efficiency. A successful candidate will be able to pursue further personal development working under supervision and completing funded training opportunities
About the role…
As a Building Inspector, you will:
- Conduct site inspections on domestic construction projects (up to 3 storeys).
- Provide technical advice to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and associated legislation.
- Review and appraise domestic construction plans with confidence.
- Maintain accurate records and produce reports.
- Identify and address compliance risks and conflicts of interest.
- Mentor and support team members.
You will need…
- Registered Building Control Inspector minimum 2a registration with the BSR.
- Degree-level qualification in a relevant technical discipline.
- 3+ years’ experience in a Building Control or similar role.
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or higher).
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
Special Conditions…
- Full UK driving licence & access to a vehicle.
For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification.
What can we do for you…
- Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working
- Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role)
- 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays, which increases to 30 days after five years of service
- In addition you will have an extra two volunteering days a year for you to support a charity of your choice
- Renewed again for another year there is a Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care
- Generous contributory local government pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars
- Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements
Closing date: 29th June 2026
Terms and conditions apply
These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us!
To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page to complete an application form and supporting statement together with your CV. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It’s important that we’re a good fit for each other, so let us know what’s important to you and why you want to work for the Forest of Dean District Council. Your CV will not be available to the hiring manager unless you are shortlisted for interview to assist with our non-biased screening process so please ensure you complete the application form in full.
It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.
Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies
Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years’ employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
Forest of Dean District Council is dedicated to creating a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. Our priorities are centred on fostering thriving communities by empowering and engaging residents, enhancing infrastructure, promoting community well-being, and ensuring social equity.
We are committed to decarbonisation and nature recovery, focusing on renewable energy transitions, energy efficiency, transport transformation, nature recovery, and food resilience. Additionally, we strive to build a sustainable economy through the promotion of a circular economy, robust business support, workforce skill development, sustainable town initiatives, and the preservation of natural capital.
Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email.
Forest of Dean District Council is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities.
Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years’ employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
