Job DetailsClient: Barnet CouncilService Area: Planning and Building ControlHours: 37 hours per weekContract: PermanentTarget Start Date: 01 August 2026Working Pattern: On-site / working location to be discussed at interviewLocationOffice Base:2 Bristol AvenueColindaleLondonNW9 4EWSalary£71,713 per annumJob OverviewBarnet Council is seeking an experienced Deputy Head of Building Control - Class 3 Specialist to support the strategic leadership and operational management of the Building Control service.This is a senior technical and leadership role within the Planning and Building Control department. The postholder will help deliver a high-quality, compliant and customer-focused Building Control service, providing specialist technical expertise on complex and high-risk construction projects.The role requires strong knowledge of Building Regulations, building safety legislation, statutory compliance and risk management. The successful candidate will support service improvement, staff management, technical decision-making, inspections, approvals, enforcement activity and stakeholder engagement.Important - Please Read CarefullyThis role requires senior Building Control experience and the ability to operate as a Class 3 Building Control Specialist.You must have strong experience dealing with complex or high-risk building control projects, strong knowledge of Building Regulations and building safety legislation, and experience managing or supervising technical Building Control staff