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Building Control Inspector - Team Leader
Job Posted: 10 days ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Colchester, Essex
Expire in: 17 days
Job Description
Lead with Purpose. Empower Others. Shape Safer Spaces.
Building Control Team Leader / Principal Inspector | £55,000-£60,000 | Mentorship & Technical Leadership Role
An ambitious city is seeking a confident, experienced Building Control Team Leader / Principal Inspector to lead on complex cases, mentor colleagues, and help deliver safe, high-quality development across a rapidly growing urban environment. This is a unique opportunity to lead from within-using experience, support, and technical skill to guide the future of Building Control.
The Role
Sitting just beneath the Building Control Manager, this is a pivotal leadership role that blends senior technical oversight with hands-on team support.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading on complex and high-risk Building Control cases
Acting as the senior technical reference for a team of inspectors
Mentoring, guiding, and supporting team development
Working collaboratively with developers, architects, and internal stakeholders
Driving high standards of safety, compliance, and service
Supporting the evolution of team practices, standards, and strategic directionThe Ideal Candidate
Applicants must be a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) at Class 2D or above, with:
Significant experience in Building Control and technical compliance
Strong mentoring skills and a collaborative leadership style
Excellent judgement and problem-solving abilities
Confidence in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional working
A calm, positive, solutions-focused mindset
Commitment to high professional standards and service qualityThe Offer
Salary: £55,000-£60,000 per annum, with potential for additional payments based on experience and market conditions.
This is a respected leadership role within a modern, people-first Building Control service. The successful candidate will be trusted with autonomy, supported in development, and recognised for their expertise.
Benefits include:
Flexible and hybrid working options
Up to 26 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional Christmas leave
Monthly flex days and the option to purchase more leave
Paid professional membership fees
Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
Wagestream financial wellbeing platform
Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes
Access to discounted healthcare, gym, and wellbeing services
Learning and leadership development pathways, including mentoring and CPD
Staff discounts, wellbeing programmes, and moreLead with Integrity. Support Growth. Set the Standard.
For those ready to step into a leadership role that puts people, quality, and progress first, this is the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Legal Requirement: Applicants must be a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) approved by the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). This is a statutory requirement and applications not meeting this standard cannot be consideredBefore You Apply
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