Trainee Building Control Surveyor

Celnor Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Car allowance

Travel expenses

30 days annual leave

Company pension

Private medical cover

Professional memberships

CPD support

Mentoring program

Job summary

Meridian Consult is seeking a Trainee Building Control Surveyor in Manchester, joining the Field Team. You will work under Registered Inspectors with structured mentoring, gaining practical site experience and support toward RBI registration.

This role suits individuals from construction, surveying, architecture, or engineering looking to build a long-term career in Building Control, with opportunities to progress through RBI pathways and gain qualification support.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, property, engineering or surveying.
• Interest in Building Regulations and compliance.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Assist with site inspections and compliance assessments.
• Support plan checking and review of technical documentation.
• Learn and apply Building Regulations and associated legislation.
• Prepare reports and inspection notes.
• Attend site visits alongside experienced surveyors.
• Develop technical knowledge through structured training and mentoring.

Skills

Construction

Building Regulations

Communication

Learning & Development

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Trainee Building Control Surveyor

Department: Field Team

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Manchester

Description

Trainee Building Control Surveyor - Meridian Consult

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Midlands, Greater Manchester or surrounding areas

Salary: Competitive

About Us

Founded in 2003, Meridian Consult is a leading Registered Building Control Approver operating throughout England and Wales.

We provide Building Control services across a wide range of projects, from domestic alterations and residential developments through to complex commercial, healthcare, education and multi-million-pound schemes. Our experienced team supports clients from design through to completion, delivering a responsive, professional and customer-focused service.

Part of the Celnor Group

Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.

While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.

About the Role

We are seeking Trainee Building Control Surveyors to join our growing team.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals currently working within construction, surveying, architecture, engineering, building services, warranty inspection or other related sectors who are looking to build a long-term career in Building Control.

Working alongside experienced Registered Building Inspectors, you will receive structured mentoring, practical site experience and support towards professional qualifications and registration. Meridian has an excellent track record of developing surveyors and providing opportunities to progress through the RBI registration classes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with site inspections and compliance assessments
• Support plan checking and review of technical documentation
• Learn and apply Building Regulations and associated legislation
• Prepare reports and inspection notes
• Attend site visits alongside experienced surveyors
• Develop technical knowledge through structured training and mentoring

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Experience within construction, property, engineering, surveying, architecture, building services or a related industry
• Interest in Building Regulations and compliance
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally
• Full UK driving licence

What We're Looking For

We are looking for individuals with the right attitude, strong work ethic and desire to learn.

The successful candidate will be keen to develop a professional career within Building Control and take advantage of the structured support available. Whether you come from a trade background, technical role or another area of the construction industry, we are interested in people who are motivated to progress and become Registered Building Inspectors.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Car allowance
• Travel expenses
• 30 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical cover
• Payment of two professional membership or registration subscriptions
• Ongoing CPD support
• Weekly mentoring and structured training
• Support through NVQ qualification pathways and RBI registration
• Exposure to a diverse range of projects across all sectors
• Full IT and administrative support

Meridian Consult is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Important information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and where opportunities are accessible to all regardless of background. Diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and recruitment approach.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to the ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.