Trainee Building Inspector

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
England
TYPE
Temporary
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£27,500 / year
CATEGORY
Construction
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Building Regulations Knowledge Inspection Skills Technical Problem Solving Communication Skills Report Writing Health & Safety Awareness Customer Service Time Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Trainee Building Inspector

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recruiting Trainee Building Inspectors for a two-year funded programme starting September 2026. The role involves assisting with building control surveying activities, inspections, and technical investigations. Candidates need A-levels or equivalent and a driving licence. The programme offers hybrid working with training and study at home combined with on-the-job experience at a local authority.

About the Programme

  • Two years accredited learning towards Level 4 and Level 5 diplomas in building control surveying – fully funded with no student debt.
  • Hybrid working: 35-hour week typically 2 days home-based learning/study and 3 days on-the-job training with your assigned local authority.
  • Competitive salary throughout the programme with regular increases following successful completion of education and competence milestones.
  • Dedicated [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] coordinator and an experienced local authority mentor.
  • Opportunity to become a Chartered Surveyor or Building Engineer.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 A-levels at grade C or higher (or equivalent – 80 UCAS points) OR demonstrable experience in a relevant discipline (e.g., construction, ex-military, fire) OR a Level 3 S/NVQ in construction or related discipline.
  • Full UK driving licence or working towards one by employment start date (September 2026).
  • Ability to climb ladders, work at height and within confined spaces, and undertake inspections in accordance with health and safety requirements.

Benefits

  • 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Private Pension with 4% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution.
  • Hybrid working (typically 2 days training/study at home, 3 days site-based).
  • Season ticket loan scheme and laptop provided.
  • Investment worth over £10,000 in your development as a Building Inspector through Level 4 and Level 5 diplomas over a two-year Fixed Term Contract.

Application Process

1. Initial application – Submit your CV to Opus People Solutions. You'll be contacted with additional questions.
2. Assessment centre – If successful, you'll be invited to an assessment centre on 22/23/24 June 2026 in Birmingham.
3. Offer – Notification within one week. Offers subject to satisfactory references and a clean DBS check.

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