Trainee Building Control Surveyor

Salary:27254 - 33699 per annum (dependent upon qualification / experience)

Hours per week:37 hours

Interview date:Wednesday 15 July 2026

Are you passionate about construction and looking to start your career in Building Control This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic Building Control team as a Trainee / Graduate Building Control Surveyor where you can develop your skills while enjoying a strong work-life balance and clear career progression.

We are a busy and supportive team managing daily site inspections carrying out plan checks and advising customers undertaking construction projects. We take pride in delivering a high-quality service and in this role you will begin to develop your knowledge and experience while supporting the team in ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and helping to protect public safety.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone looking to start a career in Building Control. You will receive structured training mentoring and support to build your technical knowledge and practical experience. You will assist with site inspections learn how to assess plans and work towards a recognised professional qualification in Building Control.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a relevant degree (or working towards one) in areas such as construction building surveying or a related discipline. Strong communication skills a willingness to learn and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential.

As travel is a key part of the role you will need a valid driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle for business use.

This role can be appointed at either a trainee or qualified graduate level depending on your experience.

If appointed you will follow a structured development portfolio to build the required skills and experience with regular reviews. Progression through the roles are subject to successful completion of this portfolio.

Why us

Wiltshire Council is a friendly welcoming place to work with a One Council ethos. Find out more about Our Identity staff networks and employee benefitshere.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace and customerfacing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion dignity trust and respect guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Rob Hand or John Fuggle Building Control Managers ator

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Application criteria

Please download and read the role description and person specification below carefully before you apply.

Trainee Building Control Surveyor role description and person specification (Grade Fper annum)

Graduate Building Control Surveyor role description and person specification (Grade Hper annum)

We are holding an online information event on 29 June 2026 at 2pm where you will get the opportunity to find out more about the role the learning and development opportunities and what is expected.

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Application process

Wiltshire Council does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies that are not appointed under a current valid contract or approved supplier arrangement (including through our neutral vendor Comensura).

Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council whether directly or to individual employees will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission.

Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.