Lead Assessor - Construction
| Posting date: | 10 March 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 April 2026 |
| Location: | W Midlands, UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Smart Awards Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We are looking for an experienced Lead Assessor with a Construction Plant Operative background to join our team delivering high-quality Apprenticeship Assessments across the Smart Awards EPA portfolio.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced plant operator, trainer or assessor to step into a lead assessor role supporting the development of industry assessors while maintaining exceptional assessment standards.
About the Role
As Lead Assessor, you will model first-class assessment and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) practice, managing a caseload of apprentices within your specialism while supporting the growth of a national network of external assessors. You will conduct Apprenticeship Assessments in a safe, professional and consistent manner, ensuring learners are fully competent, and that assessment delivery exceeds customer expectations. You will also provide support and guidance to assessors, helping maintain rigorous, compliant, and high-quality assessment practice.
Please note: This role requires extensive UK travel.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver Apprenticeship Assessments across the Smart Awards EPA portfolio
• Manage an agreed caseload of apprentices
• Ensure assessment environments meet the highest professional standards
• Support and mentor external assessors and associate assessors
• Model best practice in assessment and IQA processes
• Contribute to the development of assessment materials
• Maintain compliance with awarding organisation and EPA requirements
Essential Experience
You must have operational experience in construction plant including:
• Forklift – 1 year
• Ride-on Roller – 1 year
• 360 Excavator – 2 years
• Dumper / Dump Truck – 1 year
Experience within the construction, telecoms or utilities sectors is highly desirable.
Qualifications
• Assessor qualification (A1, D32/D33, CAVA or equivalent) or working towards
• IQA qualification (or working towards) desirable
• Valid CSCS Card – Operator, Trainer, Tester or Instructor level
Why Join Us?
• Opportunity to step into a lead assessor role
• Competitive salary
• Support and develop the next generation of plant operators
• Be part of a growing national assessor network
Apply - send your CV to us directly to find out more Kerry@smartawards.co.uk or telephone 02476 421125.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced plant operator, trainer or assessor to step into a lead assessor role supporting the development of industry assessors while maintaining exceptional assessment standards.
About the Role
As Lead Assessor, you will model first-class assessment and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) practice, managing a caseload of apprentices within your specialism while supporting the growth of a national network of external assessors. You will conduct Apprenticeship Assessments in a safe, professional and consistent manner, ensuring learners are fully competent, and that assessment delivery exceeds customer expectations. You will also provide support and guidance to assessors, helping maintain rigorous, compliant, and high-quality assessment practice.
Please note: This role requires extensive UK travel.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver Apprenticeship Assessments across the Smart Awards EPA portfolio
• Manage an agreed caseload of apprentices
• Ensure assessment environments meet the highest professional standards
• Support and mentor external assessors and associate assessors
• Model best practice in assessment and IQA processes
• Contribute to the development of assessment materials
• Maintain compliance with awarding organisation and EPA requirements
Essential Experience
You must have operational experience in construction plant including:
• Forklift – 1 year
• Ride-on Roller – 1 year
• 360 Excavator – 2 years
• Dumper / Dump Truck – 1 year
Experience within the construction, telecoms or utilities sectors is highly desirable.
Qualifications
• Assessor qualification (A1, D32/D33, CAVA or equivalent) or working towards
• IQA qualification (or working towards) desirable
• Valid CSCS Card – Operator, Trainer, Tester or Instructor level
Why Join Us?
• Opportunity to step into a lead assessor role
• Competitive salary
• Support and develop the next generation of plant operators
• Be part of a growing national assessor network
Apply - send your CV to us directly to find out more Kerry@smartawards.co.uk or telephone 02476 421125.