About you

• Hold a relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification in Building Control or a related discipline.
• Be a member of an appropriate professional body and eligible to maintain Building Safety Regulator registration at a minimum Class 2F/4 level.
• Have significant Building Control experience, including assessing complex building regulations applications.
• Demonstrate experience of managing change.
• Have a strong understanding of Building Control legislation, regulatory frameworks and public safety requirements.
• Possess experience of enforcement activity, dangerous structures and sports ground compliance.
• Be commercially aware, with experience of income generation, budget management and business planning.
• Be an effective communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate and build strong professional relationships.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Show sound judgement when dealing with complex technical, operational and regulatory issues.
• Be committed to partnership working, continuous improvement and innovation.
• Be flexible in supporting out-of-hours emergency responses, evening meetings and site inspections where required.

Why Sandwell Council?

At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values-led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough.

To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell

How to apply

To be considered for this role, please submit a CV and supporting statement to imran_butt@sandwell.gov.uk.

Click here to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.

We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role.

If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at EDI_Team@sandwell.gov.uk.

If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.

If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact imran_butt@sandwell.gov.uk.