REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

• NVQ/SVQ Site Inspection Level 4 or similar, SMSTS Qualification req.- NEBOSH, CSCS - Management Test Level. A foundation degree or equivalent technical qualification in a building construction, or related, discipline. Membership of the Institute of Clerk of Works or equivalent professional body.
• Excellent knowledge of Building Safety Act requirements, site H&S requirements and in-depth knowledge of the Building Regulations. Qualified to carry out construction-related Risk Assessments.
• Intermediate MS Office skills (to prepare regular reports including uploading photos). Ability to read and interpret construction plans and details.
• Regular need to travel to construction sites and work outdoors in all weathers, sometimes in muddy and/or frozen conditions. A current UK driving licence. Able to meet the transport arrangements of the position.

As part of the Design Team within the Regeneration Service the role contributes by providing an effective Clerk of Works and Principal Designer (Health and Safety) function. The successful candidate will be part of a seventeen-strong team with a diverse skill set working on a wide range of construction, design, and feasibility projects. This is a construction-based inspection, reporting and advisory role, which also includes responsibilities within a directorate which is responsible for Northumberland County Council’s Corporate Landlord duties. No working week is the same in this team and our projects contribute to improving community, school, leisure, office and other NCC-owned buildings.
The role will be to provide a construction inspection and reporting service by someone with a commitment to ensuring safe construction sites and working practices. The role is to ensure that construction related projects are carried out as per designs, and under the Building Safety Act requirements. The successful candidate is required to work together with appointed project team members in an accurate and efficient manner and will have the ability to work with the relevant reporting software.
We are looking for a good communicator with interpersonal skills, a proven ability to engage with people at all levels and a high level of attention to detail.
This post will be based at County Hall, Morpeth, with the option of agreed days for home working, however, the role will largely involve daily travel throughout the County of Northumberland, therefore candidates must be able to meet the transport requirements.