Trainee Building Control Officer

  • Grimsby
  • Coventry City Council
What is the job role? We are looking for two Trainee Building Control Officers to join our Building Control team. As a Trainee Building Control Officer, you will work across all disciplines within Building Control and both post holders will attend the to obtain a BSc (Hons) Degree Building Control Surveying. The course is delivered weekly online with two residential weeks per year delivered at The University of Wolverhampton. On the days when the post holders are not attending taught classes they will work in the team supporting the Building Control Officers and learning on the job. These roles offer an opportunity to work in a busy high-profile environment, so practical experience of working in Building Control or other regulatory settings is desirable. As knowledge and competence develops, you will be required to undertake a case load of reactive work, including responding to and investigating complaints, as well as proactive project work, enforcement and educational activities where required. This is a career progression graded role and progression will depend upon successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Degree Building Control Surveying. Who are we looking for? You will have the drive and enthusiasm required to undertake 4 years study to obtain a BSc (Hons) Degree Building Control Surveying whilst undertaking work based activities during the days you do not attend University. For further information about the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification. When applying for these roles you will be asked to write a personal statement. Please ensure you provide information on the following in your application: Why you think you might be suitable for a career in Building Control. If you would like to have an informal discussion about these positions, please speak to Kate Rich, Building Control Manager on or email . If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our