Opus People Solutions

Opus People Solutions are hiring for a Senior Building Control Surveyor within a Local Authority client based in Cambridgeshire. The role is 37 hours per week, offering hybrid working (3 days on-site per week), and £629.96 Umbrella per day, with a contract length of 6 months+. Please see a high-level overview of what the position involves below: Securing the health, safety, welfare and convenience of persons in or about buildings and of others who may be affected by buildings or matters connected with building 2Deliver and promote the health safety and welfare of people in and around buildings, in line with relevant legislation and regulations Effectively engage with site management, builders, external partners and applicants and Council staff at all stages of the building control process, to offer advice and ensure that all decisions and actions comply with the Council's policies, the requirements of the Building Regulations and/or associated legislation and regulations Provide guidance and advice on the roles and responsibilities to other Council departments, councillors, customers, agents, and members of the public Provide support and guidance to the Growth and Regeneration directorate on delivering there priorities/vison all in line with appropriate legislation and regulation The ideal candidate will have experience with: Current relevant building regulations and legislation, health and safety and licensing regulations and legislations Process plans and inspect all types of building development in line with current legislation Effective negotiation, verbal and written communication skills Class 2 Validation registered with the Building Safety Regulator Monitoring and management of caseloads relating to enforcement, contravention, demolition, and dangerous structures Effective and accurate report writing and inspection record keeping Ability to provide training and support to junior members of the team (shadowing and mentoring) Previous experience within Local Government If this role is of interest to you, please submit a copy of your CV and a mobile number.

Opus People Solutions are hiring for a Private Sector Housing Surveyor within a Local Authority client based in Northamptonshire. The role is 37 hours per week, offering hybrid working and £35-40 per hour umbrella, with a contract length of 12 months+. Please see a high-level overview of what the position involves below: Assist the Disabled Facilities Grants Team in Private Sector Housing, with the survey, design and tender package for the operational delivery of mandatory adaptation grants Provide advice and support throughout the process to clients, contractors and Occupational Therapists Visit clients in their own homes to discuss their needs and advise on adaptations available to them in conjunction with the Occupational Therapy Service Survey, prepare technical schedules of work/specifications and drawings, as appropriate, taking into account the recommendations of the Occupational Therapist, as well as the client's own needs and wishes Liaise with external consultations, including architects, engineers, solicitors, banks, building societies, the Occupational Therapy Service, social workers and voluntary organisations where necessary to make timely progress with cases Obtain quotations from approved contractors and/or contractors requested by clients, complete evaluations and make recommendations accordingly Prepare files for tendering exercises and evaluate tenders where applicable Co-ordinate and submit applications for planning permission, building regulations approval and party wall where appropriate The ideal candidate will have: A professional qualification in Building Studies/Construction Experience or awareness of building surveying/design or other housing/construction related fields Experience in case project management, supervising contracts for building works, involving preparation of technical specifications, interim payments, variations and final certifications Understanding of building construction, health and safety, and building control procedures. Awareness of procurement processes including arranging and supervising contracts Previous experience within Local Government If this role is of interest to you, please submit a copy of your CV and a mobile number.

Facilities Assistant Location: Chelmsley Wood, B37 5TN - multi-site role Salary: £13.05 per hour PAYE Contract: Initial 4-6 weeks with review - potential permanent opportunity available. Hours: Monday to Friday - shift rota All applicants must hold a Full UK Driving Licence, access to own vehicle and have Business Insurance as you will be required to open 6 buildings across 3 sites. About the Role Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our Client, Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, for a Facilities Assistant on a temporary basis.The successful candidate will be a reliable and proactive Facilities Assistant to support the day-to-day operations across multiple sites, including Blue Bell building, Chelmsley Wood Shopping Centre offices, Library, and Connect services. This is a varied, hands-on role requiring flexibility, initiative, and a strong focus on health and safety. Shift Pattern Rotational shifts - Monday to Friday: 7:00am - 3:00pm, 30-minute unpaid break 11:30am - 7:30pm, 30-minute unpaid break Out of Hours Cover Participation in an out-of-hours emergency call rota (every 3 weeks) Attend site when required and assess situations with security Minimum of 3 hours paid per call-out when called out Key Responsibilities Opening and closing of buildings across multiple sites Conducting regular building patrols Carrying out health & safety inspections and workplace compliance checks Identifying risks, hazards, and security concerns, escalating where necessary Raising jobs and liaising with external contractors for issue resolution Supporting the wider facilities team, including providing cover when required Requirements Previous experience in a facilities, porter, caretaking, or security role Experience in environments such as shopping centres, schools, or public buildings is desirable Strong awareness of health & safety practices Ability to work independently and across multiple sites Full UK driving licence is essential - maximum 6 points Access to your own vehicle What We Offer Opportunity for extension following initial 4-6 week period Training and development support provided Varied role across multiple locations If successful, candidates will be required to provide information to support the Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council's commitment to the prevention and detection of fraud. This information will be processed by the Council's Internal Audit Services and may be shared with the National Fraud Initiative (NFI) for data matching.?