Operations Support B3

This opportunity is only open to applicants who are currently Priority Movers. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.

Building Standards Division is looking to appoint a Construction Professional with practical experience within the building standards system.

If you want to develop changes that will strengthen the building standards system so that Scotlands buildings are safe sustainable and energy efficient and have experience interpreting building regulations and the legislation underpinning the system then this job is for you.

This is a rare opportunity to join the Building Standards Division and support high profile work involving regular contact with local government and construction industry stakeholders.

The division is responsible for developing and maintaining the policies and legislation for the building standards system in Scotland ensuring it remains fit for purpose. Current priorities include strengthening the system following the recommendations from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry and the development of legislative and system changes arising from workstreams led by the Building Standards Futures Board.

Applications are invited from professionals working in a built environment role with a practical knowledge of building standards who wish to contribute to work on strengthening delivery of the building standards system and focussed on compliance with building regulations and digital development. You will work within the Development Unit at an exciting time and will have the opportunity to develop and implement policy legislation and practical guidance that supports effective use of the building standards system.

This is a rewarding post that provides opportunities to lead projects that ensure the system continues to evolve for the future. You will be able to use your technical knowledge and experience of the system when developing and delivering options for change and when leading on regular liaison with building standards professionals in local government. You will use effective communication skills when preparing papers for meetings and correspondence on behalf of Scottish Ministers.

This role requires frequent collaboration with relevant policy leads in Scottish Government with industry directly or through professional and other representative bodies and with building standards professionals across local government on all aspects of building standards compliance but particularly on the delivery of the Compliance Plan Approach.

Responsibilities

• The Development Unit of the BSD is tasked with delivering a new Compliance Plan Approach to evidencing compliance with building regulations. As Lead Policy Officer you will play a key role the process of legislative change from consultation to enactment.
• You will need to understand the processes involved in how groups respond to change and the factors which influence success.
• You will lead the gathering of feedback from local authorities and industry stakeholders analysing it and presenting options for refinement.
• You will work as part of the compliance team to assess the requirements of guidance to support legislative change and deliver the documents for publication.
• Line management of one B band team member (B1).

Working pattern

This role is a permanent level transfer position.

Qualifications

You will be a qualified construction profession or equivalent.

How to Apply

Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B3 employees.

Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role relevant skills and experience and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).

Vacancy closes at 12:00pm onFriday the 10th April.

Selection Process

All applications will be invited to an informal discussion with the hiring manager.

Informal discussions are to be confirmed.

Further Information

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