Apprentice Engineer

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

What you'll do at work:

Operates within the procedures applicable to the role, supervised and trained by Engineers and regularly updates Senior/Engineer on progress Engage with academic studies, meeting course requirements and applying knowledge in workplace setting Helps collects all technical site data e.g. topographical data from survey and soil investigation consultants, services details from utility companies and planning requirements from Local Authorities and receives instructions for design work from Engineer Gain an understanding of the geology, geotechnical and geoenvironmental parameters of any allocated development by reading the soil investigation Understands AutoCAD operations and the company drawing standards to assist in producing computer generated engineering drawings, as directed by Engineer Assist in preparation of forms and collates information for necessary applications Assist in the design and selection of an appropriate foundation solution. Including understanding/calculating the load transfer through the dwelling to the foundation Assist in the vertical and horizontal design of the access road including construction make-up and detailing Assist in the design of foul and surface water drainage systems understanding and ensuring hydraulic requirements are met Understanding and designing SUDs as an integrated part of the development and drainage designs Accompanies Senior/Engineer on site visits to monitor general progress Generally, assist Engineers and AT’s with any and all tasks associated with the Main Purpose above, by arrangement with the Technical Director

Training:

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

Training schedule:

Civil Engineering Technician Level 4 Day release at South Thames College, Wandsworth

Training Outcome:

After this apprenticeship: Attending site on occasion providing opportunity to see the results behind the work carried out by the technical team.

Employer Description:
Croudace Homes is a well-established regional residential developer founded in 1946, and to this day remains a family-owned business. We are committed to building high-quality homes backed up with a first-class customer service. Our strength lies in the care and attention given to the internal and external design, specification of fixtures and fittings and a quality finish.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, working hours TBC

Skills:
IT skills,Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative