Technical Support Officer (Building Control) – Maldon District Council

Maldon, Essex

£18.00 PAYE / £23.05 Umbrella per hour

Full Time, Temporary

37 hours per week

Closing Date: Monday 27th July 2026

Interview Date: Friday 31st July via MS Teams.

Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Maldon District Council in recruiting a Technical Support Officer within their Building Control team on an initial 2-month contract, with view to extend.

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be required to work on-site 2 days per week,

The role is within the Council’s award-winning Housing Service, which is part of the Place, Planning & Growth directorate.

Role Purpose:

As a Technical Support Officer, you'll be the first point of contact for Building Control enquiries. You'll process Building Regulation applications, maintain accurate records, support Building Control Surveyors, liaise with customers, and ensure applications are managed efficiently and in accordance with legislation.

Accountabilities – Service Delivery:

Assist the efficient, effective and consistent processing and resolution of Building Control queries, identifying and meeting customer needs and ensuring the sharing and dissemination of best practice.
Assist with the understanding of customer need and enabling a speedier, simpler, more responsive customer journey contributing to the continuous improvement in the delivery of the Council’s outcomes and ensuring high levels of internal customer satisfaction.
Access and accurately update all relevant information systems, both customer and back office ensuring that the master customer record is updated and maintained through verification and validation, and in accordance with Data Protection principles.
Supporting customer self-serve and spotting opportunities for the Council to initiate further enabling and self-serve.
Manage non-complex customer issues effectively and understand when to consult with the Building Control Surveyors and Building Control Manager.
Maintain confidentiality in line with agreed policy and relevant data protection legislation.
To support the continuous improvement of processes and procedures within the service using best practice from others where appropriate.
To provide support for the escalation of service issues.
Assist with knowledge sharing across services.

The Experience You Will Bring:

Good standard of education with a minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent experience.
Evidence of Continuous and Professional Development (CPD).
In-depth understanding of the Building Control function and an understanding of the relevant legislation and regulations applied to the function.
Depending on the level and nature of the work undertaken some post holders may be required to hold technical/specific qualifications.
Processing reports, responding to information requests, having a deep knowledge of the data required.
Some experience of working in a customer focused, service delivery role and good admin skills.
Working efficiently, professionally, paying attention to detail and following workflows when processing enquiries.
Effective management of enquiries, assessing risk, identifying potential fraud and working on more complex enquiries in conjunction with Building Control Surveyors. Ensure outcomes meet legislative and professional standards.
Manage customer interactions promptly and effectively, establishing the nature of the enquiry and then taking action or referring to another team where appropriate. Knowing when to consult with or pass enquiries to Building Control Surveyors.
Proven ability to analyse and respond to requests and understanding of when to escalate enquiries.
Proven ability to be accurate, detailed and professional in approach to work.
Proven ability to deliver high standards and good customer service.
Strong ICT skills and proven ability to learn new systems quickly.

Be part of Maldon District Council - 'Where Quality of Life Matters'

Maldon District Council is a local authority 'Where quality of life matters'. Our Corporate Plan sets out our vision and priorities for the next three years and will be reviewed regularly to make sure we are on the right track.

To download or listen to a presentation of the Corporate Plan 2025-2028 click here

Maldon district is a really attractive area, with beautiful places like Maldon and Burnham-on-Crouch with historic river frontages and water sports.

The office is based in the heart of the historic Maldon town, close to the high street with a range of shops, pubs and restaurants, sandwich bars and coffee shops, and the famous Prom Park.

Maldon District Council plays a crucial role in the development and prosperity of the District, working for the good of the community and the long term benefit of residents, you can be part of our friendly team. From front line customer facing roles to policy and strategy, the work of the Council is diverse and dynamic.

Maldon District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Disclosure and Barring checks will be undertaken according to the responsibilities of the role. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, culture and experience. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, sex, disability or marital status.

Maldon District Council is committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. To demonstrate our commitment, we have been accredited as a Disability Confident Employer. As a Disability Confident Employer we take various actions in order to successfully employ and retain disabled people and those with health conditions.

What you should do next

If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via Working for Essex website.

If you have queries on this role or would like to see a copy of the for Job Description, please email Ashleigh.Drake@essex.gov.uk