The LABC Academy Programme is a two‑year fully funded programme that begins September 2026, offering Level 4 and Level 5 diplomas in building control surveying and on‑the‑job experience with a local authority building control department.
Locations
* Knowsley Council (L36 9YU)
Programme Overview
* Two years accredited learning to earn Level 4 and Level 5 diplomas in building control surveying.
* Hybrid working: a 35‑hour week with two days of home‑based learning and three days of on‑the‑job training.
* Competitive salary throughout the programme with regular increases after completing competence milestones.
* A dedicated LABC coordinator and experienced local authority mentor providing daily support.
Responsibilities
* Assist in delivering a range of surveying activities related to building control, including working with designers and contractors to ensure compliance with building regulations.
* Conduct inspections of building work.
* Assist in technical investigations and respond to dangerous structure call‑outs.
* Travel regularly to sites within the local authority; a full driving licence is required or you must be working toward one by the employment start date.
Qualifications
* Minimum 3 A‑levels at grade C or higher (or equivalent – 80 UCAS points).
* Demonstrable experience in a relevant or related discipline (e.g., construction, former military, firefighting).
* A Level 3 S/NVQ in construction or a related discipline (or equivalent).
Benefits & Development
* Investment in your development as a Building Inspector worth over £10,000.
* Opportunities to progress to a fully qualified Chartered Surveyor or Building Engineer.
* Two‑year fully funded Fixed Term Contract.
Application Process
1. Initial application – submit your CV to Opus; we will contact you with further questions.
2. Assessment centre – participants will be invited to attend in Birmingham on 22/23/24 June.
3. Offer – outcome will be communicated within one week. Offer subject to satisfactory references and a clean DBS check.
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