Gateshead Council – Shape the Future of Our Built Environment
Are you ready to lead on some of Gateshead’s most exciting and complex construction projects? Join a forward-thinking Building Control team where your expertise makes a real difference to the safety, quality, and character of our borough.
Who We Are
At Gateshead Council, we’re proud of our people and the work we do. Our Building Control team plays a vital role in ensuring that development across the borough is safe, sustainable, and of the highest standard. We’re collaborative, supportive, and committed to helping our communities thrive.
As a Senior Building Control Surveyor, you’ll take the lead on high-profile and technically challenging projects. You’ll manage a diverse caseload, provide expert advice, and mentor junior colleagues. You’ll also be a key player in maintaining compliance with building safety legislation and responding to emergency situations.
We’ll support your progression to Class 3 Building Inspector status through structured development, mentoring and shadowing Class 3 inspectors working within the Building Safety Regulator multi-disciplinary team.
What You’ll Do
- Assess commercial, complex and non-standard building control applications
- Carry out site inspections and provide technical guidance
- Support and mentor Class 1 and 2 Building Inspectors
- Respond to dangerous structures and emergency incidents
- Contribute to service development and quality assurance
- Liaise with clients, contractors, and statutory bodies
Registered as a Class 3 or Class 2F Building Inspector (or working towards Class 3)
Proven experience in commercial building control work
Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills
A full driving licence or access to mobility support
A proactive, customer-focused approach
- Salary: £43,693 – £46,731
- Pension: Outstanding employer contribution (approx. 18.9%)
- Leave: 28 days rising to 32 after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the council), plus up to 10 extra days purchasable
- Flexibility: Hybrid working and flexi-time (up to 26 days)
- Support: You’ll have access to great health and wellbeing support and ability to use our cycle to work scheme. Working with our partners, GLL you can also access discounted leisure facilities Gym and Leisure Centre Memberships | Better
- Benefits: Access to VIVUP for high street and online discounts
- Development: Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
