Apprentice Civil Engineering Technician

Develop positive trust based relationships with members of the design team. Review drawn information issued by the design team. Correspond with design team. Carry out surveys of existing constructions, accompanied by their manager. Prepare sketches and drawings taking responsibility for dimensional accuracy and content. Check drawings prepared by others for dimensional accuracy. Attend site to inspect and report on construction progress and quality, normally accompanied by their manager. Be observant of site Health and Safety issues. Fulfil the requirements of the Quality Management System ensuring all procedures are followed. Encourage safe working methods for self and colleagues within and outside the office.  Keep technically up to date and maintain Continuous Professional Development records. Aim to work as efficiently as possible at all times to ensure profitability of each commission.

Training:

Day Release at London South Bank Technical College. 

Training Outcome:

After the successful completion of the apprenticeship the candidate will be promoted from Apprentice to Technician. There will be opportunities to continue remote learning if desired and further development towards either Senior Technician role or progress toward further Engineering qualifications opening up opportunities of promotion to civil engineer.

Employer Description:

We are a firm of Consulting Structural and Civil Engineers: we design the structure, drainage and paved outdoor surfaces for construction projects, including schools, offices, hospitals and residential developments. We often work as part of a wider team including architects, building contractors and other specialists.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours a day. Working hours can be varied by agreement within the core office hours of 8.30am and 6.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative