Inspecteur Handhaving Illegale Bouw

Job Opportunity: Contribute to a Safe and Livable The Hague

Are you eager to make a significant impact on the livability of our beautiful city and ensure the safety of The Hague's residents?

The Hague's Pandbrigade is committed to enhancing the safety and livability of The Hague by addressing issues such as neglected maintenance, illegal construction, and unlawful or unsafe living conditions. You will play a crucial role in investigating potential illegal situations and constructions, working alongside your colleagues to ensure The Hague remains a safe place to live.

Your Role

You will become part of the Illegal Construction cluster within The Hague’s Pandbrigade, where collaboration and mutual support are key. Your responsibilities will include addressing illegal construction, housing partitions, and unlawful use of properties. You will also verify the presence of appropriate permits and ensure construction aligns with environmental plans. This role requires on-site inspections to assess situations firsthand.

Beyond imposing fines, you will tackle problems head-on, contributing to the city's structural improvements. You will prepare clear inspection reports and meticulously maintain your files, collaborating with legal colleagues who impose the appropriate sanctions based on your findings. In urgent situations, you will coordinate with external parties such as the fire department.

Qualifications

Your architectural insight and experience in enforcement enable you to understand complex situations. A curious nature helps you delve into issues, while your analytical abilities ensure you draft clear reports. You excel at working independently, taking responsibility in decision-making, and prioritize client orientation. Availability for occasional evening work is expected.

You also possess:

• a completed vocational (mbo) or university (hbo) education in Architecture;
• proficient Dutch language skills (English is a plus);
• relevant experience in enforcement or architectural inspection;
• preferably a valid driver's license B;
• knowledge of the Environmental Planning Act and a willingness to undergo further training.

What We Offer

A varied role involving both outdoor inspections and office-based report compilation. You will have ample freedom to plan and organize your work in response to notifications.

Additionally, you can expect:

• a 32 to 36-hour workweek with a salary ranging from €3,359 to €4,811 gross per month (scale 9), for a full-time (36-hour) workweek;
• an individual choice budget (IKB) worth 17.05% on top of your salary, which you can allocate for extra leave or salary;
• opportunities to accrue compensatory leave;
• various training and development possibilities;
• flexibility to achieve your optimal work-life balance with provisions like a laptop and phone, allowing you to work where it suits best;
• and much more.

With over 90 members from The Hague's Pandbrigade, part of the Urban Development Department, we focus on maintaining a fair, accessible, safe, and livable housing stock in The Hague. We monitor and enforce building and housing regulations, address housing fraud, illegal construction, and poor property maintenance. We respond to reports, conduct inspections, and resolve issues to end undesirable situations, collaborating with residents and various city partners. We work with integrity, fairness, and professionalism to ensure a just, resilient, and connected city. Our team reflects the diversity of society.

For more information about the role or the application process, please contact Vera van Heyningen, Team Manager, via the email address vera.vanheyningen@denhaag.nl.

The Municipality of The Hague strives to be an excellent employer, providing a safe environment where all voices can be heard, welcoming diversity of people, opinions, and perspectives. We invite you to apply if you are committed to the welfare and livability of all our residents. Together, we are The Hague!

Application Advice

• Although a motivation letter is not mandatory, it is strongly encouraged to help us understand how your experience and skills align with the role and our organization.
• Do not wait until the application deadline to apply, as interviews are scheduled throughout the publication period.
• Reference checks and an assessment may be part of the selection process.
• External applicants will be required to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) as part of the selection process.

Application Process

1. Apply: Submit your application through our online application form.
2. Interview: Congratulations, you've progressed in our recruitment process. We look forward to getting to know you better and offering you insights into the municipality, the role, and the team.
3. Job Offer: Congratulations! We are pleased to make you an offer regarding salary, vacation days, and other conditions.
4. Acceptance: Congratulations! We've agreed upon the terms of employment. The contract and VOG just need to be signed before you start with the municipality.
5. Onboarding: On your first workday, you'll receive an introduction to The Hague Municipality, meeting your colleagues and settling into your workplace, marking the start of your new career with us.