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Salary: £27,900 + Up to 6% performance bonus
Working location: Field Based, Bingham (Nottingham)
Employment type: full time, permanent
Closing date: 03/10/2025
Important Note
This is a physically demanding role requiring visits to various construction sites and inspection of buildings throughout the build process, including working frequently at height. Applicants must consider this before applying.
Overview
Are you ready to make a real difference in people’s lives by helping to raise the standards and quality of new homes? As a Trainee Building Inspector, you’ll be at the forefront of our mission to ensure safe, high-quality housing for communities. Join our new “Trainee Building Inspector cohort” and embark on an exciting career journey alongside a supportive group of new colleagues. You’ll receive industry-leading training and development designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this dynamic field, to build a long-term rewarding career.
What You’ll Be Doing And Receive
* Comprehensive training: classroom training at our Milton Keynes Academy, hands-on experience on house-building sites with mentors, and funded training towards becoming a “Registered Building Inspector.”
* Professional Growth and Development: Earn recognised qualifications and build a professional portfolio of skills and knowledge valued across the UK’s construction and housing industry.
* Career Progression: Clear paths from Trainee, Assistant, Building Inspector, Senior to Principal Inspector and beyond, with milestones and multiple promotion routes.
* Supportive Environment: A welcoming, inclusive workplace with a mentor to guide and support you.
* Work-Life Balance: Overnight accommodation costs covered when attending the Academy and resources provided to help you excel.
* Competitive Benefits: Including a company car, performance bonuses, and a robust benefits package.
What We’re Looking For
* Excellent people and communication skills, verbal and written.
* Some hands-on construction experience in residential house building.
* Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
* Keen learner to obtain good job knowledge and expertise through continual professional development.
* Strong interest in house building, learning industry-related improvements, building standards and safety.
* A construction-related qualification or experience is an advantage, but not necessary.
* IT literate and able to learn new software packages.
* Ability to work as part of a team with a “Can do” attitude.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
What We Offer
Our benefits package includes:
* 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
* Life assurance
* Subsidised private medical insurance
* Employee discounts platform
* Two days volunteer leave
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents
* Many more benefits
NHBC Building Safety Regulator Framework
NHBC has a dedicated professional team to support staff who require registration with the Building Safety Regulator as a “Registered Building Inspector.” This includes training and development to undertake third-party accredited assessment schemes. NHBC provides financial funding for completion of the assessment schemes and registration with the Building Safety Regulator.
Who We Are
NHBC is a market leader recognised for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners.
Why you should join us
We are a modern, family-friendly employer in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We seek passionate, skilled, and driven individuals to join us. Onboarding includes thorough training, continuous development, and opportunities to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships. We support flexible working and welcome conversations about flexible arrangements.
Our inclusive culture
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We believe in fair treatment and respect for all employees and customers. Our active employee networks support colleagues and allies with safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing.
Note: This position is located in Nottinghamshire/Nottingham area and may be involved in site visits across locations as part of the role.
Seniority level
* Internship
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
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