Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Trainee to join Vistry Group. As an Trainee you will be responsible for assisting with and gaining experience of the successful delivery of the project in terms of health, safety and environmental standards, programme, budget, time, quality, design, technical and customer service.
Wage
£14,722.50 to £23,809.50 a year
Training course
Construction site supervisor (level 4)
Hours
Monday - Friday. Shift Pattern (inc Training day with NHBC) to be confirmed. Site Location is Coventry, Warks.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Monday 1 September
Duration
2 years
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
You will effectively help to control and learn about all site-based activities in line with specific development requirements, company policies and procedures. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience while working towards a higher Level 4 apprenticeship to further develop your skills and knowledge.
Responsible for supporting construction projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. This may require heading to site location so a driving licence is preferrable.
* Providing assistance to ensure that all works are carried out in accordance with the information relating to the contract, i.e. drawings, specifications, details, Local Authority/NHBC requirements and manufacturers’ recommendations. High attention to detail required.
* Supporting the management of the project, ensuring that the client’s specifications and requirements are met, reviewing progress and liaising with quantity surveyors to monitor costs.
* Good project management and communication skills, monitor progress in accordance with the current programme. Use problem solving skills to reach resolutions.
Where you’ll work
Gorsey Lane
Coleshill
Birmingham
B46 1JU
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
NHBC SERVICES LIMITED
Your training course
Construction site supervisor (level 4)
Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)
Course contents
* Identify risk of activities and encourage all employees to demonstrate safety-conscious behaviours.
* Assess, identify and record the environmental impact of projects.
* Assist in the implementation of the most appropriate solutions for construction projects.
* Use effective management principles and be able to supervise construction workers.
* Understand overall plan for project and measure and record progress against plan.
* Assess and report on quality standards and assist in commissioning of finished construction projects.
* Understand financial and legal constraints and measure and record progress against budget.
Your training plan
* The Construction Apprentice will be completing a Level 4 Apprenticeship in Construction Site Supervision, which includes a Level 4 qualification in Construction and Built Environment, with NHBC which will be on a virtual basis once a week in their Division.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* English (grade Grade 4 or above)
* Maths (grade Grade 4 or above)
NVQ or SVQ Level 3 or equivalent in:
* Construction or Built Environment or Tlevel (grade Level 3 or above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Administrative skills
* Team working
* Initiative
Other requirements
Full UK Drivers License or looking to complete is essential as most site visits are located either around Coventry, Warks..