Apprentice Construction Inspector L4

Portsmouth City Council

Hampshire (PO1 2AL)

Closes in 20 days (Thursday 16 July 2026)

Posted on 26 June 2026

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Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to progress their career within the construction industry and gain considerable knowledge in the process.

Wage

£26,473 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Potential to progress up to £32,061 over the course of the apprenticeship

Training course
Construction site supervisor (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.

37 hours a week

Start date

Thursday 20 August 2026

Duration

3 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • You will work alongside Construction Inspectors and Contract Administrators to ensure high-quality project delivery, carrying out site inspections and leading on smaller schemes such as fire door installations and repairs
  • You’ll monitor compliance with building regulations, quality standards, and health & safety requirements, challenge contractors where needed, and support value-for-money outcomes
  • The role involves regular site reporting, attending project meetings, and assisting with surveys including snagging and defect inspections, with work at height using access equipment as required

Where you'll work

Civic Offices
Guildhall Square
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO1 2AL

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

Training course

Construction site supervisor (level 4)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

What you'll learn

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.

Training schedule

1 day a week at Chichester College

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 9 to 4)
  • Maths (grade 9 to 4)

A Level in:

Any Subject (grade A to C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working

Other requirements

  • Have a Level 3 qualification or substantial work experience in this area
  • Have a full driving licence and provide a car for work
  • Have practical building/ construction knowledge
  • Being comfortable with working at height

About this employer

Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage

https://www.portsmouth.gov.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • 27 days leave plus bank holidays
  • Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme 
  • Mileage allowance between projects
  • Staff discounts at supermarkets and high street retailers.

Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

  • Potential permanent role and future career progression with Portsmouth City Council

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

023 9261 6800

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000039534.

Apply now

Closes in 20 days (Thursday 16 July 2026)

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