Building Control Inspector 21.6 hours


Company:	West Lancashire Borough Council
Salary:	£41,177 to £44,253 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Ormskirk, L39 2DF
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Oct 2026
Closing date:	15 Nov 2026

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Summary

Why Join Us?

Building Control is undergoing unprecedented change, creating exciting opportunities for skilled professionals who want to be part of the future of the profession.

West Lancashire Borough Council is investing in its Building Control service, its people and its technology. We are building a resilient and ambitious service that places professional excellence, public safety and customer service at its heart.

Whether you are already registered at a higher level or looking to further develop your Building Safety Regulator registration, this role offers the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects while developing your skills and career within a supportive team environment.

About the Role

As a Building Inspector, you will play a key role in delivering the Council's Building Control service and supporting the implementation of the Building Safety Regime.

You will manage your own caseload, exercise professional judgement and work across a varied range of developments throughout the borough, while benefiting from the support of an experienced and collaborative team.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Acting as a professional lead on Building Regulations, Building Act and Building Safety Act matters.

- Managing plan checking and site inspection caseloads.

- Taking enforcement action where necessary to secure compliance.

- Investigating dangerous structures and overseeing demolition controls.

- Maintaining accurate site records and application information.

- Supporting colleagues and sharing professional best practice.

- Preparing reports and delivering work programmes to agreed targets.

- Acting as an ambassador for the Council and maintaining compliance with BICoF and Building Safety Regulator requirements.

- Providing specialist support to the Building Safety Regulator.

- Deputising for the Building Control Technical Manager where appropriate.

What's in it for You?

Benefits include:

- Competitive salary.

- Significant market-rate supplement in addition to salary, reviewed annually to remain aligned with market conditions.

- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.

- Local Government Pension Scheme.

- Generous annual leave package.

- Support for CPD and competency development.

- Support to progress to higher Building Safety Regulator registration classes.

- Varied and rewarding caseload.

- Supportive team culture focused on professional development and service excellence.

If you're looking for your next challenge in Building Control and want to help shape the future of our service, we'd love to hear from you.

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