Civil Engineering Technician Apprentice

As a Level 3 Civil Engineering Technician Apprentice in our Highways team, no two days will be the same. You will play an important role in supporting the delivery of projects that keep our roads, footways, and public spaces safe and accessible for the communities we serve. Working under the guidance of experienced Highway Maintenance Engineers, you will gain hands-on experience across a variety of areas, from the early planning stages of schemes through to on-site inspections and delivery.

In a typical week, you could be:

Assisting in the design, planning and supervision of footway and carriageway resurfacing, patching and drainage schemes Supporting highway safety inspections, carrying out surveys, and learning how to identify and record defects Helping to manage programmes of work by updating spreadsheets, databases and permitting systems under the Traffic Management Act Preparing and providing information for meetings, site visits or briefings, ensuring colleagues have the right data at the right time Using IT systems to input and analyse information, including financial and technical data, which supports decision making across the service Contributing to the preparation of engineering drawings, documents and reports, using digital tools such as CAD or other specialist software

You will also have opportunities to attend site visits, where you will see first-hand how highway projects are delivered, interact with contractors and partners, and apply what you are learning in a real-world environment. Alongside technical tasks, you will provide essential business support, developing organisational and communication skills that are just as important in a professional engineering setting.

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will be supported by your line manager and a dedicated mentor, ensuring you develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to succeed. We will also encourage you to maintain your professional development, with opportunities to progress towards professional recognition with institutions such as the ICE, CIHT, IHE, or IStructE.

This apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience, earn a recognised qualification, and begin a rewarding career in civil engineering and highways.

Training:

Civil Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

Training will be delivered through a combination of on-the-job learning, classroom-based study, and self-directed development Classroom study will typically involve attending college on a day-release basis or through block release

Training Outcome:
You will receive a level 3 apprenticeship qualification in Civil Engineering tech With the completion of this apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to continue with the organisation on a permanent basis

Employer Description:
Worcestershire County Council delivers an array of services which support our residents and businesses. These include providing social care of some of the most vulnerable in society, helping the next generation get the best start in life through education, investing in our transport network, disposing of household waste sustainably, provision of Library services, country parks and supporting health & wellbeing within our communities.

Working Hours :
Mondays - Fridays from 9.00am - 5.00pm. Occasional weekend working may be required.

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,Initiative,Patience