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Lead on Safety, Shape Communities, and Influence the Future of Building Control in North Yorkshire

Are you an experienced Building Control professional with a class 2e or above qualification, ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to work in a forward-thinking partnership that values your expertise, offers flexibility, and puts people and places at the heart of everything it does?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Building Control Surveyor to join North Yorkshire Councils Building Control team you will step into a pivotal role, shaping the future of building control in North Yorkshire.

About Us

In Building Control, we pride ourselves on delivering a modern, responsive, and customer-focused service on behalf of North Yorkshire Council. We work across a wide and varied geography, handling everything from small residential builds to complex commercial developments, heritage buildings, and high-risk premises.

We’re more than compliance checkers — we’re problem-solvers, enablers, and partners in delivering safe, sustainable, and accessible buildings that serve their communities for generations.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Building Control Surveyor, you’ll take a leadership role in delivering high-quality, regulation-compliant developments. You’ll:

• Manage complex Building Regulation applications under the Building Act 1984, ensuring compliance across safety, sustainability, and accessibility standards.
• Oversee investigations into dangerous structures and demolition notifications, ensuring public safety.
• Support and lead enforcement actions to uphold the Council’s statutory responsibilities.
• Contribute to mentoring and development of junior surveyors and help shape service delivery as we continue to modernise.
• Represent the service professionally with developers, architects, and residents, building trust and adding value.

Whether you’re already Class 2 registered with the Building Safety Regulator, or are actively working towards it, we want to hear from you.

 What You’ll Bring

• In-depth technical knowledge of Building Regulations and associated legislation.
• Confidence in managing higher-risk, complex developments and making informed, balanced decisions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear technical advice to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload with autonomy.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, customer service, and professional development. 

Why Join Us?

At North Yorkshire Council, we invest in our people and our future. Join a team that’s respected nationally and deeply connected locally.

• Flexible Hybrid Working: Choose how and where you work best — from home, on site, or from one of our regional offices.
• Career Development: Whether progressing within your role or aspiring to future leadership, we support your development through mentoring, training, and funding for professional qualifications.
• Generous Leave & Benefits: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (rising with service), paid volunteering time, and a strong work-life balance.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: A secure and competitive pension package designed with your future in mind.
• Perks & Discounts: Access a wide range of benefits including retail discounts, cycle-to-work and green car schemes, and employee wellbeing initiatives.

*The basic salary for the post is from £42,839 – £47,181 plus a market supplement of £3,600 per annum, providing an annual salary package of up to £50,781.

For the right candidate, a recruitment welcome payment of up to 10% of starting salary may be payable as a one-off welcome payment.

Make a Lasting Impact in a Place You’ll Love to Work and Live

If you’re ready to take the lead on challenging and meaningful work in one of the most beautiful and diverse counties in the UK — apply now and become part of our thriving Building Control service.

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Salary: Circa up to £51k* + 10% Recruitment Payment

Location: Selby, North Yorkshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Corporate Management Team

Job Role: Surveyor