Rob - Senior Building Control Surveyor

Tell us a little bit about yourself (as much as you want to reveal!) – your work background, your interests…

I am committed to making a positive contribution to the construction industry. I have been fortunate to have worked some 20+ years in the sector and to be able to apply my experience and technical knowledge in my current role is a real motivator, and an opportunity to improve my overall experience.

What would you say is the best thing about working at Wiltshire Council, and your job specifically? 

Being involved in local and national projects to make a positive contribution to communities and the construction industry. Our job enables us to change people’s lives for safety and well-being reasons.

What’s the best way to start the day?

Catching up with the team first thing in the morning to discuss work related topics and sharing best practice!

What is the most meaningful part of your role?

Making a difference to people’s lives

What do you wish you knew more about?

Life

What would you be doing if you weren’t in your current role?

Working in education

Who inspires you?

Sean Seager

Where is the most interesting place you’ve been?

New Zealand

What was the most memorable gift you’ve received?

My son

Who would you most like to swap places with for a day?

Nick Knowles

What song or artist do you like but rarely admit to liking?

Respect by Erasure

What was the best concert you have ever attended?

Chilli Peppers

 What's the most daring thing you've ever done?

Attended a Chilli Peppers concert

What are three interesting facts about you?

I am a charity fund raiser, I was a backing singer for Happy Mondays and I once knocked over Stirling Moss at Goodwood!

What is your favourite book or film, and why?

Pulp Fiction or Lock Stock

What is the first thing you bought with your own money?

A van

What would you say to someone who is thinking of applying for a role at Wiltshire Council?

Join us and be happy!