Construction Trainee

Vistry Group PLC; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Construction Trainee eager to kickstart a career in the construction industry. This role offers hands-on experience while working towards a Level 4 apprenticeship, enabling you to develop essential skills in project delivery, health and safety, and customer service. Join a forward-thinking company committed to integrity and quality, where you will contribute to meaningful projects that shape sustainable communities. With competitive benefits, including a salary sacrifice car scheme and generous annual leave, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the construction sector.

Benefits

Completion of Construction Site Supervisor Apprenticeship Level 4

Competitive basic salary

Annual bonus

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Up to 39 days annual leave

2 Volunteering days per annum

Private medical insurance

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance at 4 x annual salary

Employee rewards portal

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English are essential for this role.
• A Level 3 qualification or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health and safety standards on construction projects.
• Support commercial staff to monitor construction costs.
• Record and report progress on construction projects.

Skills

Health and Safety Monitoring

Project Reporting

Team Collaboration

IT Literacy

Professional Communication

Education

4 GCSEs A-C/4-9 including Maths and English

Level 3 qualification (NVQ, BTEC, A Levels)

Job description

Role Overview

In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Trainee to join Vistry Group. As our Construction Trainee you will be responsible for assisting with and gaining experience of the successful delivery of the project in terms of health, safety and environmental standards, programme, budget, time, quality, design, technical and customer service.

You will effectively help to control and learn about all site-based activities in line with specific development requirements, company policies and procedures. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience while working towards a higher Level 4 apprenticeship to further develop your skills and knowledge.

The site location for this Construction Trainee is anticipated to be in Leicestershire.

Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…

• Completion of Construction Site Supervisor Apprenticeship Level 4
• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• 4 GCSEs A-C/4-9. Two of these must be Maths and English.
• A minimum of a Level 3 qualification. For example, NVQ or diploma Level 3 or equivalent / T Level / BTEC Diploma or 2 A Levels (minimum grade D or above).
• A genuine interest in developing your career within Construction
• Well organised and IT Literate
• Professional communication style with the ability to work within a team of varying seniority within the business
• Full UK driving licence

More about the Construction Trainee role…

• Monitor health and safety standards on construction projects
• Record, oversee and report progress on construction projects
• Supervise specialist contractors
• Manage the quality of works
• Support commercial staff to monitor construction costs
• Minimise the environmental impact of construction projects

Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empowerus to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation,and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.

Join us in making Vistry.

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