Trainee Building Inspector
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 09 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Competitive |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 09 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Stockport, SK1 3XE |
| Cwmni: | inploi |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 75740659 |
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Trainee Building Inspector
SO1 (£34,434 - £39,152) plus 20% market supplement
37 hours (Monday to Friday), Full-Time
Permanent
Stopford House
Application Deadline: 14 September 2025, 11:59pm
Please be aware that we may close this vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Shortlisting Date: Monday 15th September 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 18th September 2025
Interview Type: In person
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Your Role
As a Trainee Building Inspector, you will be responsible for conducting site inspections to ensure compliance with building regulations and standards. You will assist in reviewing plans, issuing permits, and providing guidance to contractors and property owners. Your role will also involve preparing detailed reports and maintaining accurate records of inspections. You will work under the supervision of experienced inspectors while working towards your Inspection class qualification, gaining hands-on experience and knowledge This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the safety and quality of buildings in Stockport.
About You
The ideal candidate will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and a genuine passion for construction and building safety. Strong communication abilities, independence in task management, and a proactive approach to professional development are essential. Candidates should exhibit motivation, responsibility, and dedication to upholding exemplary standards of work. Prior experience within the building construction sector is required. Applicants must hold a Degree, HNC, or equivalent qualification in a construction-related discipline and show commitment to achieving professional credentials in accordance with BSR registration requirements.
About Us
We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, with a strong commitment to professional development and career progression. Our employees enjoy a range of benefits, including a comprehensive pension scheme, flexible working hours, and generous leave entitlements. We also promote a healthy work-life balance and provide various wellness programs and employee support services. Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your growth.
At Stockport Council we are one ambitious team on a mission to create opportunities for everyone who lives, works and spends time in the borough. Working at Stockport Council means contributing to one of the most thriving towns in the North. We’re keen to recruit people with the right values and behaviours that can help us ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do.
We are proud to be recognised under the Good Employment Charter as an organisation committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues. As members of the charter, we have been recognised as a great place to work for all colleagues and pledge to pay the real living wage, engage staff in key decisions and endorse fair and flexible working conditions.
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Jerry Mannion on 07356 315724 or at jerry.mannion@stockport.gov.uk for an informal discussion.
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Please note that we have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers and ex-military personnel. As part of the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme you will therefore be guaranteed to be shortlisted for Assessment if you meet both the criteria for the scheme and the essential job role criteria.
Find out if you meet the criteria here: https://www.greater.jobs/our-guaranteed-assessment-scheme
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