Registered Building Inspector Class 2A-2D - Cambridge at Cambridge City Council

Position Registered Building Inspector Class 2A-2D - Cambridge
Posted 02 Apr 2026
Expired 02 May 2026
Company Cambridge City Council
Location Cambridge | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Registered Building Inspector Class 2A-2D - Cambridge

We are seeking a professional and customer‑focused Registered Building Inspector Class 2A-2D who will contribute positively to the delivery and reputation of the 3C building control service.

The successful candidate will bring:

  • strong technical knowledge and sound professional judgement
  • a practical and proportionate approach to enforcement and compliance
  • a commitment to high standards of customer service
  • the ability to work collaboratively within a shared service and political local authority environment
  • a positive, flexible and adaptable approach to change

The RBI plays a key professional role within the 3C Building Control Service, ensuring the health, safety and welfare of people in and around buildings. This is achieved through the effective implementation and enforcement of the Building Regulations, the Building Act 1984 and associated legislation, while delivering a high‑quality, customer‑focused statutory service.

Key Parts of the Role

  • Regulatory Compliance and Professional Judgement
  • Site Inspection, Enforcement and Public Protection
  • Customer Service, Advice and Commercial Engagement
  • Team Contribution and Service Improvement

At Band 7, the role includes supporting less experienced colleagues, contributing to audits, projects and service initiatives, and helping deliver service plan and corporate plan outcomes across partner councils.

Qualifications:

  • Degree in building control, building surveying or a related construction discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
  • full corporate membership of RICS, CABE or CIOB is desirable
  • A relevant CSCS Card

Additional information:

  • a full UK driving licence is required and the ability to travel across the 3C area
  • The role involves regular site inspections, including working at height, in confined spaces and in adverse weather conditions
  • The post holder will be required to undertake dynamic risk assessments when carrying out inspections
  • Participation in an out‑of‑hours emergency rota is required

What we can offer:

  • Family friendly policies
  • Agile and Flexible working
  • Generous annual leave allowance 25 days’ per annum, rising to 30 days’ after five years continuous service; plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time).
  • Annual leave purchasing scheme
  • Access to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
  • Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) Scheme
  • A variety of learning and development opportunities via a range of sources and methods
  • Confidential advice and support via the Employee Assistance Programme
  • Health and well-being programme
  • Professional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on the role
  • Subsidy for public transport
  • Relocation Assistance may be payable in approved cases
  • Staff reward and recognition framework

Hours: This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week.

Although the role is advertised as full time, if you believe you have the skills and experience to join us and would like to discuss different working patterns, please do get in touch.

Working Pattern: Monday – Friday – You will also be on the Out of hours Dangerous Structures Call out.

Contract: Permanent

Salary:  £47,181 - £52,413 per annum (City Pay Band 7), pro rata for part time. The successful candidate will also be in receipt of a Golden Hello package of £10K for 2 years. (For full details contact Claire Harwin)

Location: This is flexible – working in Cambridge on site or at one of our offices or working from home.  You will be able to balance your work location accordingly.

More Information:             

You can click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council, our Values & Behaviours or Equality & Diversity in Recruitment

If you would like an informal chat, please contact Claire Harwin on

Application Process:                     

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If you are an internal candidate you can apply by logging in to your Employee Self-Serve (ESS) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.

Job Info:

  • Company: Cambridge City Council
  • Position: Registered Building Inspector Class 2A-2D - Cambridge
  • Work Location: Cambridge
  • Country: GB

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