Position Overview
Deputy Head of Building Control (Class 3 Specialist) - Planning
Location: North London/Hybrid
Reports To: Head of Building Control (Class 4 Technical)
Job Overview
• Manage a team of inspectors, including Specialist Building Inspectors, Building Inspectors and Trainee Building Inspectors, and provide supervision of project work where appropriate and within limits of competence.
• Undertake specialist and technical assessments and make decisions using qualifications, skills and practical experience to deliver the Building Control service through the Council’s scheme of delegation under the Building Act 1984 and associated legislation.
• Ensure buildings comply with relevant regulatory standards relating to health, safety, sustainability, energy conservation, accessibility and design.
• Lead the Building Control service and maintain effective working relationships with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) and associated regional hubs.
• Oversee the Council’s respon...