Trainee Building Control Surveyor

Hertfordshire Building Control; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A building control firm in Welwyn Garden City offers a traineeship with apprenticeship pathways for those wanting to become qualified Building Control Surveyors. Starting in September 2025, you'll learn from experienced professionals and study at the University of Wolverhampton. Candidates should demonstrate leadership and customer service skills, with a background in relevant qualifications. The role includes great benefits, like university fees coverage, 25 days annual leave, and a monthly salary starting from NMW, progressing up to £27k.

Benefits

University fees paid

25 days annual leave

Employer pension contribution of 6%

Professional fees paid

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership potential and commitment to customer service.
• Proficient in using various IT systems.
• Eager to learn and proactive in asking questions.

Responsibilities

• Support the technical services team in building control processes.
• Work with surveyors conducting plan checks and site inspections.
• Manage your career development towards a degree qualification.

Skills

Leading teams

Customer service

IT competency

Effective communication

Education

A Levels - grades CCC or above

BTEC Extended Diploma – grades MMM or above

Access to HE Diploma

Job description

Purpose Of Role

This traineeship offers an initial role in our technical services team for a year, progressing onto an apprenticeship with a structured blend of on-the-job experience and academic study, designed to develop the technical knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to become a fully qualified Building Control Surveyor.

You’ll begin your journey in September 2025 in our technical services team, learning how we work with customers and gaining a solid understanding of our systems and processes for the first year. Your university course will commence in 2026. Alongside your studies, you’ll spend more time out on- site, working alongside experienced surveyors and seeing firsthand how we help ensure that buildings are safe, accessible, environmentally responsible, and built to the highest standards.

Through a mix of university study and practical experience, you’ll play a part in maintaining public safety and trust in the built environment, building a career that makes a visible difference in the places people live, work, and visit.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the technical services team to gain a comprehensive understanding of the building control process
• Working with experienced surveyors and supporting them with all building control activities, including plan checking and site inspection work
• Actively managing your career development to work towards a degree level qualification
• Seeking out leadership opportunities including managing internal projects such as CPD sessions for other surveyors and our clients.
  
  

You will enjoy the support of a multi-disciplined professional team but be given the autonomy and responsibility to make your mark in a growing and successful company.

At Hertfordshire Building Control, our reputation for outstanding customer service is built on the talent and dedication of our people. In return, we strive to be a top-rated employer, offering a generous benefits package, a professional yet friendly working environment, and exceptional opportunities for growth and development. We’ve created a clear career pathway that outlines how individuals can progress within our organisation and the rewards that come with that journey. It’s all part of our commitment to helping our team thrive, both personally and professionally.

While knowledge and experience matter, we place great importance on values. We believe that individuals who share our values and are passionate about supporting our customers can develop the technical skills required for the role.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

This section outlines the knowledge, skills, experience, personal qualities, and qualifications required for someone to be appointed to this role.

Our trainees and apprentices understand that this is more than just a job, it’s the start of a long-term career in the construction industry, supported by a structured training programme that provides the qualifications and skills needed for future success.

We’re looking for candidates who share our values and are genuinely passionate about working in the built environment. You’ll need to demonstrate leadership potential, a strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service, and effective written and verbal communication skills. Competency in using a range of IT systems is also essential.

To succeed in this role, you should be eager to learn, proactive in asking questions, and confident in seeking guidance from experienced colleagues.

You’ll be studying with the University of Wolverhampton to achieve the BSc (Hons) Degree in Building Control Surveying. For this apprenticeship programme, we require applicants to have achieved one of the following admissions conditions

• A Levels - grades CCC or above
• BTEC Extended Diploma – grades MMM or above
• Access to HE Diploma (60 credits) of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (96 UCAS point equivalence, minimum 45 credits at merit)
• We also accept Level 3 qualifications that are equivalent in depth to those listed above for example the Level 3 Apprenticeship in Construction or related subject area.
  
  

If you are unsure whether your qualifications are acceptable, please register your interest and we will be able to confirm if you are suitable for this course.

Benefits

• University fees paid for by Hertfordshire Building Control
• 25 days per annum plus bank holidays with additional days for long service
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employer pension contribution of 6%
• Professional fees paid i.e. CABE, RICS or CIOB
• Monthly salary from the NMW progressing to 27k, with progression in increments.
  
  

Please send your CV along with a cover letter to [e-mail] by 10:00, Monday 11th August 2025.

Equal Opportunities

Hertfordshire Building Control Ltd fully supports the terms of The Equality Act 2010. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on any grounds. We want a diverse workforce which reflects our community and welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity and marital or civil partnership status.

If you have a disability and demonstrate that you fulfil the essential person specification criteria for the role on your application form, you will be invited for an interview. If you feel that you could carry out this post with some adjustments, please let us know. If you require arrangements made for interview etc (e.g. signing, access), please indicate this on your application form.