Building Inspector

The Position:

The Council is establishing a panel for the position of Building Inspector / Clerk of Works.

This role ensures that construction works across Limerick meet required building standards, safety regulations, and quality expectations.

Why Join Us?

We pride ourselves on fostering a positive workplace culture where teamwork, respect, and continuous learning are at the heart of what we do. You will have the chance to contribute to meaningful projects, develop your skills, and be part of an organisation that values your ideas and professional development.

What We Are Looking For:

• Strong building construction knowledge

• Detailed knowledge of civil and structural engineering works, including Housing projects, Mechanical and Electrical works and of general building construction

• Experience in Conservation Projects would be an advantage

• Ability to interpret drawings and technical documents

• Clear, concise report writing

• ICT proficiency including data analysis

• Problem solving ability and good judgement

• Strong communication and stakeholder management

• Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required

• A proactive mindset and ability to use initiative

• Full Class B driving licence and access to a suitably insured vehicle

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment

• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression

• A culture that values employee engagement and wellbeing

Employee Benefits:

• Salary: €57,895 – €70,730 per annum

• Leave: 30 days annually

• Hours: 35 per week

• Location: Various Council sites

• Superannuation scheme in place

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect works on new builds, refurbishments and Council properties

• Monitor quality, materials, compliance and documentation

• Prepare site reports and record variations

• Identify and report defects

• Assess contractor progress and adherence to programmes

• Support compliance with Building Control Regulations

• Inspect properties for grant supported works

• Assist with notices, legal processes and supervision of staff

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering or Architecture OR

• National Certificate / National Diploma in Construction Studies / Civil Engineering OR

• Clerk of Works qualification OR

• Relevant supervisory building experience

The Person – Qualifications

Character

Candidates shall be of good character

Health

Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Education, Experience, etc.

Candidates shall on the latest date for receipt of applications:

(i)

(a) hold a degree in Engineering or Architecture;

Or

(b) hold a National Certificate / National Diploma in Construction Studies or Civil Engineering issued by the National Council for Education Awards / Further Education Training Awards Council

Or

(c) in the case of an office involving building construction work – as an alternative to the qualification at (a) – be a member of the Institute of Clerk of Works in Ireland, or possess a full course certificate in building as issued by the Technical Instruction Branch of the Department of Education, or a first class technological Certificate (Intermediate Stage) or a Technological Certificate (Advanced Stage) issued by the Department of Education, or have had satisfactory supervisory experience of building work, including housing;

(ii) have an adequate knowledge of civil engineering works, or of building construction;

(iii) be capable of writing clear and concise reports, keeping work records, measuring and recording all variations from contract and reading drawings;

(iv) have a satisfactory knowledge of the surveying, levelling and setting out of works.

Non Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document.

Terms and Conditions

The Post:

Subject to the availability of suitably qualified candidates a panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Director General. The panel may be used by Limerick City and County Council to fill permanent and temporary positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel.

Annual Leave

The successful candidate will have 30 days annual leave.

Salary:

Salary scale: €57,895 – €70,730 per annum. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance.

Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.

In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02 / 2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point (currently €57,895).

Location:

Limerick City and County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidate to any department or premises now or in the future.

Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to travel to and from work at their own expense.

Hours of Work

The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time.

The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remuneration will be paid in respect of such activities.

The provisions of Limerick City and County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time.

Sick Leave:

The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail.

Superannuation:

The Local Government Superannuation Scheme applies.

Travel:

When required to do so, holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy.

Limerick City and County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately.

Residence:

The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof.

Safety and Welfare:

The holder of the post shall co operate with the terms of Limerick City and County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. The successful candidate shall make themselves aware of the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment.

Training:

It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post.

Taking Up Appointment:

The local authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of four weeks and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them.

Garda Vetting:

The National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 came into effect on 29th April 2016. The Act places a statutory obligation on Limerick City and County Council to ensure that any work or activity which is carried out by a person, a necessary and regular part of which consists mainly of a person having access to or contact with children or vulnerable persons will be subject of Garda Vetting.

Probation:

Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply:

(a) There shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such person shall hold such post on probation.

(b) Such period shall be set by the Director General, and this period may be extended at their discretion.

(c) Such person shall cease to hold the post at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period the Manager has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory.

Citizenship:

Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be:

(a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or

(b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or

(c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or

(d) A non EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa; or

(e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a Stamp 4 visa; or

(f) A non EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa.

References:

Applicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related (at least one of the referees should be an existing or former employer).

In advance of any offer of employment, Limerick City and County Council reserves the right to seek references from current and previous employers, educational institutions or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated. The Council reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees.

General Data Protection Regulation:

Basis for Processing your Personal Information

The basis for processing your personal data is to progress your application for the position you have applied for with Limerick City and County Council under the Terms of the Employment (Information) Act 1994 and Human Resources Department policies and procedures.

If you do not furnish the personal data requested, Limerick City and County Council will not be able to progress your application form for the competition for which you are applying.

Pre Employment Medical:

Prior to appointment the candidate will be required to complete a Health Declaration and may be required to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by the Council. Where for any reason the cost of the medical examination is borne by the applicant it shall be refunded on appointment subject to statutory tax and statutory deductions.