Building Inspector

“Independent, proactive and results-oriented”

The Security Department
On 1 June 2025, a new department was launched within the Apeldoorn municipal organisation: the Safety Department. Within this department, safety advisers, special investigating officers, supervisors, structural engineers and enforcement lawyers, amongst others, work together every day to ensure the safety of Apeldoorn. In short, this department brings together a number of disciplines that are dedicated to both the social and physical safety of Apeldoorn. Colleagues within these disciplines complement one another. 

It is a department currently under development. Over the next two years, the aim is to turn it into a fully-fledged department with a solid organisational structure that brings policy and implementation closer together.

Here’s what you’ll be doing
Engineering is a key part of the construction industry. There are many important and technical decisions to be made when it comes to the safety of our residents. Fortunately, you’re already a specialist in this field, so you can switch effortlessly from one technical project to the next. And that’s just as well, because variety is the order of the day. You never know what lies ahead, as in this role you’ll be working both indoors and outdoors. 

In practical terms, this means that you:

• monitors various environmental permits that have been granted;
• assesses applications for planning permission in terms of technical aspects;
• takes responsibility for everything relating to environmental safety;
• involves a lot of liaison with your team, our residents and various businesses.

So there’s plenty of challenge in store for you and your team! You’ll be working in a team of around 35 colleagues within the Safety department. What characterises your new department and team? It’s, of course, the way they work together and the friendly atmosphere. At Apeldoorn City Council, you’ll be working not only on our local area, but also on your own personal development. With plenty of opportunities for growth, we’re an ambitious organisation. We’re a team where everyone is there for one another 24/7. You won’t often find a closed door here – but you will find reliable and innovative colleagues!

Here’s what we offer you

• A role involving 32 to 36 hours per week;
• A one-year contract with the prospect of permanent employment;
• A gross monthly salary of between a minimum of €3,568 (scale 9) and a maximum of €5,624 (scale 10) for a 36-hour working week. The actual salary depends on your qualifications and work experience;
• An Individual Choice Budget (IKB) of 17,45% on top of your salary. You can use this, for example, for:
• Extra income by having it paid out.  
• Buying extra holiday hours.
• A focus on the opportunities we offer as an employer in the areas of learning and development, both in terms of professional skills and career progression;
• 201.6 holiday hours based on a 36-hour week;
• An attractive pension scheme;
• It’s a lovely setting, as our townhouse has been beautifully modernised and fitted out to support flexible working;
• Can you work (partly) from home in your role? If so, you will receive a home-working allowance.
• Do you travel to work by public transport? If so, you’ll be fully reimbursed. Do you travel by car, bike or on foot? If so, you’ll receive an allowance for this.
• An inspiring working environment where, together with your colleagues, you can really make a difference by working together to create a Safe Apeldoorn.

Things to bring with you
You enjoy working with others – you do it well and often. It doesn’t matter to you whether you’re working with your team, a local resident, our council or a contact at a large company. You’re solution-oriented, technically well-versed, friendly, politically astute and a confident communicator. You see it as your personal mission to make people feel that Apeldoorn City Council is always there for them.

In addition, you have:

• a higher professional education (HBO) degree in Architecture or equivalent;
• technical knowledge in the field of building inspections and building permits, or a willingness to learn all of this;
• a driving licence.

Fancy applying?
You can apply until 28 September. Do you have any questions about the vacancy? If so, please contact Paulien Maassen van den Brink, Head of the Security Department, on 055 580 2305 or 06 4600 0864.

Everyone’s taking part
Apeldoorn City Council is an inclusive organisation. We firmly believe that a diverse organisation enables us to be better prepared for developments in society. As well as your talents and qualities, you also bring your background and preferences with you. You’re welcome here!