MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Building Control Manager
Grade PO, SCP 39 – 45 (£56,267 - £65,026)
Douglas City Council is seeking a Building Control Manager to manage a small local authority Building Control team based in Douglas, capital city of the Isle of Man. The Isle of Man is not covered by the Building Safety Act 2022 so Building Inspectors and Building Control Managers are not required to be registered but you should have the competencies to manage the team, plus specialist consultants when required, on a wide range of projects.
In addition to a detailed knowledge of building safety and the regulations, you should have the ability to foster strong working relationships across various sectors. Your leadership will be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing the Council’s reputation while driving innovation and improvements. You will also represent the Council when liaising with the Isle of Man Government on building control related matters.
The successful candidate should have a construction related degree (or equivalent qualification) and a professional qualification in a relevant subject or they should be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and experience in a building control function.
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact within a small forward-thinking and ambitious local authority, we would welcome an application from you.
A detailed job description and person specification can be downloaded by visiting the Council’s website (www.douglas.gov.im) or you can contact the Human Resources Section on 01624 696455.
For more information or an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Chris Pycroft, Assistant Chief Officer (Regeneration) on (01624) 696305.
The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is Friday, 18th July 2025 at 5.00 pm.
Application packs for the above vacancy can be obtained from the HR Department on 01624 696455, downloaded via the links on the right or collected from the Henry Bloom Noble Library.
Applications must be submitted no later than 17:00 on the closing date specified below.
MISS K J RICE, CHIEF EXECUTIVE,
Town Hall
Ridgeway Street
Douglas
Isle of Man
IM99 1AD
