Building Control Technician

6 month contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

To supervise an area of the borough to ensure compliance with building control legislation Assist with the implementation of marketing service delivery quality initiatives recovery of fees and charges management of caseload and meet objectives for programmed and reactive work within timescales.

He/she will be required to provide detailed information on individual cases or projects for senior officers at regular case reviews.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

To assist with the supervision of an area within the borough to ensure compliance with building control legislation including the Building Act and regulations and the London Building Acts. This is a large part of the daily workload and includes office meetings plan examination appraisal of calculations preparation and authorisation of letters supervision of work on site testing identification of contraventions enforcement including attendance at court and the maintenance of records.

To draw applicants attention to other statutory requirements affecting their proposals.

To assist in liasing with and report matters relating to the activities of other sections as required including DC Environmental Health and Local Land Charges and ensure statutory consultation with external agencies is carried out as necessary and to work cost effectively.

To assist with the assessment and recovery of fees and charges. Protect the Council s interests in all aspects of financial transactions with which the post holder is involved.

To assist with promoting Camden s Building Control service during normal contracts with building professionals and assist with the implementation of service delivery initiatives.

To assist with responding to enquiries on building control matters from the public Councillors MPs and others with a legitimate interest and to take appropriate action.

To keep records including time monitoring travel records and other associated administrative and casework details as required including entering/processing information on IT systems.

To participate in projects and carry out such other duties and responsibilities to the post as may be directed.

To assist with a diverse range of complex buildings and frequently make decisions that may have significant implications on the design and costs for clients. This will require you to have a proactive approach to problem solving usually on your own but within the policies and procedures laid down by the Council.

Essential Experience Required:

Experience with Building Construction is essential.

Experience of main legislation in order to prepare reports and schedules and where authorised serve notices and take enforcement action i.e. the Building Act 1984 and the Building Regulations is essential.

Essential Qualification Required:

A recognised degree in construction/surveying or related faculty leading to corporate membership of RICS or equivalent is essential.

Additional information to note:

Working hours: 36 hours per week

• The contract is for a minimum of 6 months and the right candidate maybe offered full time employment subject to performance.
  
  

The closing date for this position is 21^st September 2024.