Building Control Technical Manager
| Company: | West Lancashire Borough Council |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £53,051 to £56,293 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Ormskirk, L39 2DF |
| Working pattern: | Hybrid - 2 days remote |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 16 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 15 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Why Join Us?
Building Control is at the forefront of the biggest transformation the profession has seen in decades. At West Lancashire Borough Council, we are investing in our future service and building a resilient, high-performing team that can meet the challenges of the new Building Safety Regime.
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future direction of Building Control within an ambitious local authority. We are rebuilding and strengthening our service, investing in our people, systems and processes, and looking for an experienced Registered Building Control Technical Manager to play a leading role in that journey.
You will be joining an organisation committed to environmental sustainability, economic prosperity, healthy communities and financial resilience. We put our customers first, take responsibility and work collaboratively to deliver excellent outcomes for our residents and businesses.
About the Role
As Building Control Technical Manager, you will lead the technical delivery of the Council's Building Control service and act as the authority's principal technical adviser on Building Control matters.
Working closely with senior leaders, elected members, developers, construction professionals and the Building Safety Regulator, you will influence policy, shape service delivery and ensure the Council continues to meet the highest professional and regulatory standards.
This is a highly visible leadership role offering genuine opportunity to shape the development of the service and make a lasting impact.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and developing the Building Control team.
- Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Translating legislative requirements into effective operational practices.
- Acting as the Council's lead technical expert for Building Control matters.
- Providing professional advice to senior managers, elected members and external stakeholders.
- Leading service improvement initiatives and supporting innovation.
- Managing resources, systems and technical processes.
- Maintaining strong relationships with the Building Safety Regulator.
- Supporting staff development, competency progression and professional standards.
- Undertaking site inspections where required and ensuring health and safety compliance.
What's in it for You?
We are proud to be a supportive and friendly employer that values its people.
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary.
- Significant market-rate supplement in addition to salary, reviewed annually to remain aligned with market conditions.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Excellent annual leave entitlement.
- Support for continuing professional development.
- Support to maintain and enhance Building Safety Regulator registration and competencies.
- Work-life balance policies.
- The opportunity to shape the future of a growing Building Control service.
If you are looking for a role where your expertise, leadership and professional judgement can make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.
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