District Building Control Officer


Job description

Responsible to the Assistant Director of the department for the application and enforcement of the Building Regulations in respect of building works in the district. Also providing technical advice, expertise and services to the Council in relation to council lead projects.

Responsibilities

  • Carrying out site inspections as directed in accordance with plans as submitted.
  • Inspection of work in progress to ensure compliance with the Northern Ireland Building Regulations, including liaison with applicants and their agents and other statutory bodies as necessary.
  • Execution and assessment of field tests on foundations, drains and building materials generally.
  • Prepare and present technical reports and maintain records of inspections on Council database.
  • Noting and reporting on unapproved building work.
  • Representing the Council in court as regards statutory enforcement in a professional capacity.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Full corporate membership of an appropriate building related professional institution or association OR a degree in a building related discipline OR HNC/HND in building related discipline PLUS experience.

Further Information

For full list of responsibilities, essential & desirable skills, please see Job Description on employer's website by following the Apply Direct button.

Vacancy ID
1793894
Job ref.
MUDC 26-070
Job Sector
Construction, Trades and Architecture
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Magherafelt
Salary
£41,177 - £44,253 gross per annum
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
37
Published date
29/10/2026
Closing date
12/11/2026
Worktime
To be confirmed

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