About the role

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to assist the manager in leading the Council’s Building Control team on a permanent, full-time basis.

Forming part of the wider Planning Service, which deals with statutory duties and requirements under the Building Regulation Acts and other related legislation, the postholder would play a key role in monitoring and regulating developments across the county.

On a day to day basis you will:

• assist in leading an effective, efficient, responsive and high quality Building Control service
• supervise a team of Registered Building Inspectors and the Local Land Charges staff
• drive forward legislative changes as a result of the Building (Wales) Regulations 2024, 2025
• provide support to the wider Planning Service

We are looking to recruit an individual:

• with a degree or equivalent in a relevant subject or with an equivalent combination of knowledge and experience of Building Control
• to be a Registered Building Inspector Class 2(a-f) or higher
• with an ability to communicate impartially, professionally and effectively with a wide range of people at various levels
• with an ability to work with limited supervision and to work to tight deadlines
• with a strong commitment to providing a high quality service to the public and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction

The post requires a degree of fluency in the Welsh language. Please note that a successful applicant without the required Welsh language skill will be fully supported to reach the required standard within two years of appointment.

You may also find further useful information on our careers website. Here, you will find details in relation to what we can offer and what type of lifestyle you can expect. Indeed, Ceredigion is recognised as one of the safest places to live and work, with vibrant culture, excellent schools and beautiful coastlines and rolling countryside.

Job Description and Person Specification

Team Ceredigion Information Pack

For an informal discussion, please contact Geraint Williams (Building Control Service Manager) on Tel: 01545 572 482

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.