Registered Building Inspector | Building Control | Full Time | Islington | £37,509–£44,235

Islington Council is recruiting a Registered Building Inspector (Class 2A) to join our Building Control team. You will help make sure new buildings and changes to existing buildings are safe, compliant, and well built.

This is a practical role with variety. You will work with residents, builders, designers, and other teams across the council. Your work supports safer homes, better public buildings, and a fairer borough.

You will report to the Team Manager, Building Control.

What you will do as a Registered Building Inspector

• Inspect: Carry out site inspections and checks across a wide range of building work.
• Assess: Review plans and technical details to support Building Regulations compliance.
• Advise: Give clear, timely advice to applicants, designers, and site teams.
• Record: Keep accurate case files and update systems to support audit and reporting.
• Support standards: Promote good practice in safety, accessibility, and sustainability.
• Work as part of a team: Share knowledge, support colleagues, and help improve the service.
• Mentor (if suitable): Support or guide others where you have the experience to do so.

What we are looking for in a Registered Building Inspector (essential)

• Qualification: Level 4 qualification in Building Control, or working towards a relevant degree (Building Surveying, Construction, Structural Engineering), or equivalent experience.
• Registration: Registered Building Inspector status with the Building Safety Regulator (Class 2A–2C).
• Membership: Member of a relevant professional body (RICS, CABE, CIOB, or similar), with a commitment to CPD.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction, Building Regulations, and good practice.
• Communication: Able to explain technical matters clearly and build good working relationships.
• IT skills: Confident using systems and keeping accurate records.

Desirable

• Experience supervising, coaching, or mentoring others.

Why join Islington Council

Islington is one of London’s most diverse boroughs. We are clear about our purpose: we serve. We work to reduce inequality and improve outcomes for residents.

We live by our CARE values: Collaborative, Ambitious, Resourceful, Empowering.

Benefits include

• Up to 31 days annual leave, rising to 36 days after five years (local government service)
• Flexible working and a 35-hour week
• Learning and development support
• Local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership
• Local discounts across shops, restaurants, health and leisure

Informal chat

For an informal conversation about the role, contact:
Vaughan Melsom, Assistant Director (Building Control)
Email: vaughan.melsom@islington.gov.uk

Equality, inclusion, and safeguarding

We are committed to an inclusive workplace where people are treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and we challenge discrimination in all forms.

Some roles are subject to safeguarding checks and the appropriate DBS level.

Disability Confident: We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout recruitment and employment.

Pre-employment checks

Any offer is subject to satisfactory checks. These may include right to work, references, qualification evidence, and DBS checks where appropriate.