Building Control Surveyor

Hackney is a vibrant London Borough and is one of the UK’s highest performing local authorities, serving one of the best places to live and work. We have achieved a huge amount: our services, our schools, our public spaces are all amongst the very best. We have changed the reputation, not just of the Council, but of Hackney itself.

With the growth in various developments. An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual with preferably substantial Building Regulations experience, to join our dynamic, highly performing Building Control Team.

This post is career progressive and we will ensure that you gain valuable building control experience across the entire spectrum of small, medium and large complex construction projects. The successful candidate will be working closely with the other Principal and Senior Building Control Surveyors to deliver a high quality service to clients and ensure that the Council’s statutory function is effectively discharged.

You will enjoy stimulating and varied work in this role – no two days are the same. You will have the chance to work in a supportive working environment with opportunities for personal development and professional growth.

As a Chartered (or working towards) professional (RICS, CABE, CIOB), you should bring construction industry experience and knowledge of Building Control relating to a wide breadth of buildings. You will play an integral role in making pragmatic and value decisions on compliance with Building Regulations. Driving forward new schemes within the Borough and effectively turning our vision into reality.

In addition to the salary stated, this role attracts an essential car user allowance which is £963.00 per annum with 40.9p per mile paid.

The successful candidate will hold a clean, current driving licence and use of their own car.

You will contribute to the delivery of an efficient and effective Building Control service for the Borough, including taking decisions of allocated Building Regulation applications, notices and matters allocated by the Building Control Manager, enabling the delivery of quality developments in line with legislation, industry performance guidelines and internal targets.

If the opportunity of working here excites you, please apply.

As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.

If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.

To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.

As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.

We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

This application process replaces a supporting statement.

Closing date for applications: 07 Dec 2025 (22:59)

Interview date: W/C 19 January 2026

We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.

Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.

The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available: hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk

Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact Mariza Graham Building Control Manager on mariza.graham@hackney.gov.uk

Join our team: Hackney values talent and these are some of the benefits you can expect.

Our Key Benefits Include:

The Local Government Pension Scheme which offers ill health retirement provisions.

Free hearing, eye tests and health checks.

– Generous holiday allowance – 28 days a year, rising to 33 after five years

– Unrivaled pension scheme

– Flexible working options

– Family friendly policies

– A range of discounts, including subsidised gym membership

– Access to financial and season ticket loans

– Health and wellbeing benefits

– A comprehensive training and development offer

– We are a member of Cycle Scheme and offer free pool bikes

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