Building Standards Inspector

Ktpws; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 32,000 - GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Dumfries is seeking a Building Standards Inspector to conduct site inspections and assess building warrant applications. The role requires a minimum of HNC level education in construction or considerable experience in a related field. Strong IT skills, effective time management, and good communication in English are essential. The position offers a competitive salary of £32,475 - £38,031, a supportive work environment, and a benefits package focusing on health and wellbeing.

Benefits

Access to Vivup discounts platform

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support from My Money Matters

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC level in construction, or significant relevant experience.
• Experience with site inspections and assessing building warrant applications.
• Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site inspections and determine completion certificates.
• Assess building warrant applications.
• Provide assistance to the public on Building Standards.

Skills

Understanding of construction drawings

Effective IT skills

Good standard of written and spoken English

Ability to manage time effectively

Education

HNC level in construction or equivalent experience

Job description

# Building Standards InspectorRef no:: DGA12949Published:: 05/02/2026Closes:: 22/02/2026Location:: Militia House, English Street, Dumfries, DG1 2HRSalary:: £32,475 - £38,031 per yearContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Full TimeHours:: 36 hours per week## AdvertBuilding Standards Inspector (5/612)Dumfries£32,475 - £34,632/£38,031Based in Dumfries, the post holder will work within the Building Standards team. We are looking to recruit a Building Standards Inspector who will carry out site inspections, determine completion certificates. assess building warrant applications and provide assistance to members of the public on matters relating to Building Standards with a clear emphasis on improvement, performance delivery and customer service.You should be educated to a minimum HNC level in construction, or, possess demonstrable experience in a construction related discipline which must include experience of inspecting construction works. You must also have considerable construction knowledge, the ability to understand construction drawings and possess effective IT skills.You must have a good standard of written and spoken English, be able to prioritise and manage your time effectively, work well under pressure and as part of a team.A clean current driving licence is essential.Salary placing is dependent on experience and qualifications.With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.For further information please contact:Brian Johnston on 07919 300742## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement