Building Control Team Leader - #1795986

Job title: Registered Building Inspector Team Leader (Class 2F-3H)

Salary: PO6 *GBP*49,764 - *GBP*52,805

Hours: 37 Hours/week

Contract: Permanent

Location: Merrion House / Hybrid Working

We are looking to appoint a self-motivated and ambitious registered Building Control Inspector as a Team Leader to join our highly professional and successful Building Control Team.

If you are a fully qualified, experienced and a registered Building Control Inspector then this post offers great opportunities for you.

It an exciting time to join our team and be part of our ambitious journey.

Leeds has 250 + High Rise Residential Buildings, World Class Sports Stadiums, Arena, Leeds Festival and more, you could be part of this. Leeds City Council Building Control deal with over 3000 Building Regulations Application per year and has over 60% market share.

As a Building Control Team Leader at Leeds Building Control you thrive from working in the 3rd Largest City in the UK and one of the fastest growing cities.

It not about doing the same thing every day, If you want excitement and a great opportunity this is the job for you.

Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions .

About You

As a Building Control Team Leader, you will bring to the role:

• Experience and Knowledge of the whole Building Control System
• Ability to manage and enthuse people and be part of a busy building control Team
• Good communication Skills and the ability to train and develop fellow RBI at all levels
• Enthusiastic and driven with the ability to solve problems and develop new ideas and initiatives.
• Understanding of the remit of a Building Control Team Leader within the wider context of Leeds City Council as a Local Authority
• Good decision-making skills
  
  
  

About The Role

As our next Building Control Team Leader, you bring your knowledge, experience and vision to help guide Leeds Building Control forward. If you passionate about high standards in construction, enjoy working on a wide range of commercial projects, and want to inspire and support a talented team, we would like to hear from you!

The role is integral to our Building Control team, and you will be part of a Team that comprises of 25 RBI

What We Offer You

We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:

• a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
• membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
• flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
• a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
• a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further
  
  
  

How To Apply

Complete the online application form.

Upload your CV and complete a personal statement of no more than 500 words.

Read our guidance for further advice on completing your application.

If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role contact David Pickles, Building Control Head of Service Call 01133 787943 or email [email protected]

We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people.

This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.

If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying.To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least *GBP*38,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying.

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Planning and Sustainable Development Service provides a comprehensive service to the Council and the position of Team Leader Building Control Surveyor provides the post holder with the opportunity to experience a wide range of work across the Building Control function at a professional level. The Team Leader Building Control Surveyor will assist in providing appropriate professional support to enable the delivery of an effective Building Control service and provide professional advice to the Council on a wide range of Building Control related matters.

The work will incorporate dealing with a range of Building Control Applications and related Building Control services functions to consistently high standards which meet Directorate objectives and demanding performance targets.

The post holder will be able to progress through the specified grades as experience and knowledge is gained and subject to passing the appropriate study/courses. Support, guidance and training will be given to the post holder to assist in effective delivery of the responsibilities and progression towards achieving the qualification.

Responsibilities

To lead and manage a defined range of the Service activities to:

• Direct resources to specific projects and programmes of work, as agreed with the Head of Service or Group Manager.
• Ensure delivery of services to customers which meet agreed performance targets, KPI and OSR
• Ensure that legislative requirements and relevant professional standards are met or exceeded.
• Contribute to service improvements to promote effective and efficient working, including through better use of information management technology.
• Assist in the wider delivery of Service and Council objectives.
• Ensure that staff are coached, developed and trained as appropriate including through the carrying out of staff appraisals.
• To deputise as appropriate for the Chief Planning Officer, Head of Service or Group Manager
• To act as a case officer and engage with prospective applicants and agents, members of the public in relation to Building Control applications.
• To act as Partner Authority manager, engage with partners to achieve successful customer outcomes.
• To apply a project managed approach to development proposals.
• To work with elected members, service users and community representatives, and other stakeholders in ways which support open, responsive and accountable government, ensuring good governance compliance with financial and procurement procedures.
• To be personally involved in casework of a complex, high profile or politically sensitive nature, including contact with elected Members, with the media and involvement in customer service complaint and Ombudsman investigations.
• Plan, organise, co-ordinate, deliver, control and monitor areas of work within a context of budget pressures and funding restrictions.
• Contribute to effective joint working within the council and across the city. Provide direction and support to colleagues, clients and immediate line reports, creating an organisational culture of shared accountabilities, learning and continuous improvement.
• Promote new ways of working, partnership working and long-term relationships with key clients both internal and external to the council, to improve corporate priority outcomes and to ensure that developments and improvements remain focused on delivering outcomes for local people.
• Promote and support positive solutions to achieve diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of service delivery, community engagement activity and human resource areas.
• Manage all aspects of risk and be responsible for the safety of staff, clients and contractors in accordance with all statutory obligations and relevant health and safety policies.
• Advise on and ensure compliance with the council governance framework, Contract Procedure Rules, Financial Procedure Rules, relevant legislation, internal procedures, and statutory undertakings; and maintain and contribute to the development of quality accreditations where appropriate for services.
• Maintain knowledge and pursue continuous personal development in relation to relevant specialist subject matter, and local, regional and national issues.
• To give appropriate and timely responses to customer enquiries on Building Control matters.
• To manage and supervise work in connection with a range of Building Control functions. Dealing with domestic plan vetting and carrying out site inspections. Dealing with dangerous structures and demolitions. Dealing with small and medium commercial applications and site visits.
• Ability to manage own case load with competing priorities whilst delivering on a range of projects within set timescales and ensure work is undertaken in a cost-effective manner. Responsible for monitoring the work undertaken and producing appropriate reports as required.
• Liaise with colleagues and professional staff at all levels across the Directorate on different issues and to question and seek clarification on property issues. Understand the wider implications of planning, highway and legal issues.
• Ability to interpret corporate visions and values and put into practice through agreed policies and strategies.
• To represent the section in meetings or working groups and present reports clearly, succinctly, both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to deliver projects within the context of sometimes conflicting objectives to ensure the most effective solution corporately.
• Preparation of accurate reports in relation to the work undertaken and the preparation of technical and survey material.
• Assist in identifying improved systems and procedures and contribute to their implementation. Ability to contribute to change programmes, improve service quality and support culture that drives up standards and performance.
• To conduct work assignments with minimum direct supervision and in accordance with specified work programmes and timetables being responsible for supervising technical and support staff as required.
• To act as the case officer and deal with a range of Building Control proposals and applications to work with Applicants, Agents and customers to determine a Building Regulation application.
• To keep Elected Members, MPs, and customers appropriately informed on Building Control matters and deliver a high level of customer care.
• To become involved in projects aimed at improving the quality and effectiveness of the service we provide as required.
• To undertake such other duties commensurate with the grade of the post.
• To take part in the 24hr Emergency Procedure rota as required.
• To carry out any other duties as may be required which are commensurate with the responsibilities and grade of the post.
  
  
  

Qualifications Degree or equivalent qualification providing membership, CABE or MRICS for relevant professional body, or demonstration of significant successful and relevant experience at management level.

Essential requirements It is essential that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate that they meet all the essential requirements.

• Ability to manage own workload effectively.
• Ability to produce clear and precise reports on a variety of information.
• Ability to influence outcomes and negotiate solutions.
• Ability to communicate with colleagues and professional staff at all levels.
• Ability to contribute to change programmes to drive up standards.
• Ability to interpret and apply the full range of the Building Regulations in complex and conflicting areas, including complex regulatory areas.
• Ability to deal with complex Building Regulations and dangerous structure matters.
• Ability to deal with a range of Building Control proposals of varying complexity without supervision.
• Ability to write detailed reports on complex issues, reached reasoned conclusions and make recommendations without supervision.
• Ability to deal with enforcement without supervision.
• Ability to manage own heavy workload and meet targets without compromising quality.
• Ability to Manage a team of Building Control Professionals including carrying out appraisals and other HR duties, leave requests, sickness monitoring.
• Ability to promote the Building Control service and encourage the use of our consultancy service.
• Ability to research and share information on new Regulations, Technical matters giving training and presentations to internal and external professionals.
• Ability to coach and mentor staff and other managers effectively to develop a culture of high performance.
• Ability to analyse and present complex information in a clear and concise manner using a variety of presentational formats, with the ability to make technical or specialist information understood to non-specialists.
• Ability to influence and give appropriate professional advice at a senior management level.
• Experience in preparing of detailed technical and survey material.
• Experience of undertaking site visits/inspections of property and land.
• Experience of using IT databases for the collection and interpretation of property information.
• Experience of working with other Local Authorities and external agency to deliver high quality outcomes.
• Experience of carrying out Structural Surveys.
• Experience of DPI at Sports Grounds and Major Events.
• Experience of assessing the suitability of Temporary Structures for outdoor events.
• Experience of dealing with Major complexed projects.
• Experience of dealing with Dangerous Buildings and Structures without supervision.
• Experience in dealing with Multiple Partners under the Partner Application Scheme.
• Experience of managing and controlling budgets and resources.
• Experience in challenging existing ways of working and driving through change, with a good understanding of managing change and its importance in delivering sustainable change.
• Building Control degree with relevant experience and or a member of a recognised professional body CABE or MRICS.
• Detailed knowledge of the statutory Building Control regulations and legislation within which Building Regulations decisions are made.
• Understanding of how planning can contribute to the delivery of high-quality sustainable development and the achievement of sustainable communities
• Ability to develop productive working relationships that command respect, trust and confidence.
• Ability to deal positively and objectively with difficult people.
• Specialist knowledge in a specific area of Building Control Expertise, Events, Structures, Safety of Sports Grounds, LABC Level 6 Competency or Fire Engineering.
• Work effectively with a variety of partners organisations to deliver services; communicates and involves stakeholders and the wider community in new developments to encourage ownership and commitment.
  
  
  

Essential Behavioural And Other Characteristics

• Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours and codes of conduct.
• Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon
• Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.
• Carry out all duties having regard to an employee responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.
• Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.
• Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
• Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.
• Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.
• Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality & diversity policies of Leeds City Council.
• Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate person.
• The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and the role will be expected to work within these parameters.
  
  
  

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