Senior Building Control Surveyor

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

  • Berkshire
  • £48,602-53,120 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
To apply for this role, please follow the below link:We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Building Control Surveyor to join us!About the rolesWe are recruiting for two vacancies at Grade 9, with a salary of £48,602–£53,120 per annum (up to £58,286 for exceptional candidates), plus a £3,000 per annum market supplement (pro-rata where part time).Why Join Us?At RBWM, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking and dynamic team committed to building a sustainable borough of opportunity and innovation. We nurture engagement, empowerment, and wellbeing, creating the perfect environment for you to flourish professionally.What You’ll Be Doing
  • Inspecting and regulating all building types (domestic and commercial) up to 18 m high.
  • Reviewing plans and applications for compliance with Building Regulations.
  • Investigating unauthorised works and dangerous structures—and taking decisive action where required.
  • Mentoring trainees, including accompanying them on site visits, helping them develop the skills and confidence to excel.
  • Building strong relationships with stakeholders, including councillors, agents, developers, and the public.
  • Staying up to date with legislation to ensure our service remains trusted and proactive.
About YouWe’re seeking a team player who contributes to a positive and inclusive culture. You should also bring:
  • Registered Building Inspector status (or with an application in progress) for Class 2A–F.
  • Proven experience in local authority Building Control, managing a caseload of Class 2A buildings.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to make sound, pragmatic decisions.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Our Employee BenefitsRBWM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance. These include:Our benefits include:
  • Range of full, part time and flexible working options.
  • 32 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Contributory pension scheme and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
  • A range of employee benefits schemes giving discounts and savings with supermarkets and other retailers.
  • Microsoft Home User discount.
  • Dell Advantage – savings on Dell products.
  • Eyecare voucher scheme.
  • Employee assistance programme offering advice, information and counselling support.
  • In-house Wellbeing Advocates.
  • Free digital services including eBooks, audio books, films and music via our library services team.
  • Give as you earn scheme.
  • Free parking.
Learn more about all of our employee benefits on our website:What We Offer
  • A workplace where your input is valued—and your development is actively supported.
  • Engagement with varied and challenging projects that make a real difference to our borough.
  • A role where no two days are the same—and your contribution has visible impact.
For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Brian Gallagher via or call 07716 098175

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead