Job Description

Principal Building Control Surveyor

Grade J: 51,693 - 55,754 per annum (pay award pending) inclusive of a 3-year salary supplement of 8k per annum

(Salary post supplement - Grade J: 43,693 - 47,754 per annum, pay award pending)

Post Number: DP421

Permanent - 37 Hours per week

PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept applications on Indeed.

To apply for this vacancy online please go to https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login

Benefits to you:

Flexitime Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Payment of One Professional Fee Per Annum

Payment of Building Inspector Registration Fees

Flexible, hybrid working arrangements

26 days holiday and 31 days after 5 years continuous service

Discounted Leisure Centre Membership

Essential Car User Allowance

Free Car Parking

Cycle Scheme

Cannock Chase Council operate a shared service arrangement with Stafford Borough Council to provide the Building Control service on behalf of both Councils. We are looking for an experienced Building Control Surveyor who is able to cover a whole range of construction projects in addition to assisting with the management of the service.

This post represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Control Surveyor to develop their management and professional skills and to contribute to the future development of the service.

We are looking for for a candidate with the appropriate skills, experience and commitment to join our service. You should be a member of a relevant professional body, such as CABE, CIOB or RICS. You must also be familiar with the regulatory regime for Building Control and you will need to be registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a Class 2 Category A - E Building Inspector.

We have a very strong building control team who are focused on providing an excellent service to our clients. Team members are experienced and registerd to work independently in accordance with their level of competencty. The team includes well resourced and dedicated administrative support. You will work closely with the other Principal BCS to manage the team and to help further improve the service for a successful future. Whilst being supported by the Building Control & Climate Change Manager, the position will provide autonomy to directly manage and influence the manner in which the service is delivered.

You will be responsible for directly managing a section of the team to ensure customer requirements and performance targets are met. In addition you will take a leading role in more complex projects.

You will be an excellent communicator who is able to supervise and develop others within the Building Control Team e.g. trainees, other registered building inspectors.

You should have the drive and desire to embrace new ways of working to ensure ongoing service improvements and innovation.

The Council are committed to supporting you in this role. This includes generous annual leave, up to 1.5 flexi days in each 4 week period, payment of professional and registration fees, access to MyLABC training package and hybrid home working arrangements.

This post will be based at the

Civic Centre, Riverside, Stafford.

If you want to find out more or have an informal discussion about this post, please contact Paul Beckley on 01543 464408 or email paulbeckley@cannockchasedc.gov.uk

PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept applications on Indeed.

To apply for this vacancy online please go to https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login

Alternatively, please telephone 01543 462621 or write to HR Services, Cannock Chase Council, Civic Centre, Beecroft Road, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 1BG or e-mail vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk quoting post number DP421.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 10th August 2025.

THE COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 51,693.00-55,754.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Free parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/08/2025
Reference ID: DP421