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Civil Engineering Apprenticeship Tony Gee & Partners Llp

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to begin their career as a Civil Engineer. You will be working as a Civil Engineering Technician, developing the stills to providing technical support to consulting engineers who provide design services and advice to construction clients on projects all over the world.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 06 Jun 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £16,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday. Flexible start and finish times around a core 7.5 hour working day. - Total hours per week: 37.50

    Total hours per week: 36.00

  • Expected duration

    36 months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    11 Feb 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC001820664

  • Positions

    5 available

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to begin their career as a Civil Engineer. You will be working as a Civil Engineering Technician, developing the stills to providing technical support to consulting engineers who provide design services and advice to construction clients on projects all over the world.  These projects could be in different sectors including: rail, bridge and civil structures.rail, bridge and building construction, marine, highways, power, commercial and industrial.

Key elements of the role include:

  • Production of CAD drawings
  • Preparation of calculations
  • Supporting the administration of projects
  • Ensuring outputs meet the required standards
  • Meeting agreed deadlines
  • Maintaining drawing register
  • Working as a member of a team
  • Contributing to providing solutions to problems
  • Working both in an office environment and on site

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills

Good communications, numeracy and IT skills are all important, as is the ability to work as part of a team while also having plenty of your own initiative.

Strong problem solving, attention to detail and a desire to come up with practical solutions will also stand you in good stead.

To be a civil engineering technician you should:

  • Be good at mathematics and Physics
  • Be creative and practical
  • Be adaptable and persevering
  • Be interested in using computers for design work, calculations, and testing designs
  • Be able to produce neat and accurate technical drawings
  • Be able to think in a methodical way to design, plan and organise projects
  • Work well with other people
  • Be able to organise the work of others
  • Have communication skills to present information in speech, drawings and reports

Personal qualities

You should be able to demonstrate that you are:

  • Enthusiastic
  • Inquisitive
  • Willing to learn
  • Have attention to detail
  • Punctual
  • Reliable
  • Committed
  • Willing to learn
  • Self-motivated

Desired qualifications

A minimum of five GCSE's grade C/4 or above which must include English, mathematics, Science and a technology related subject or equivalent.

We ask that you must have a B/6 or above in GCSE maths in order to cope with the demands of training and work.

Future prospects

This apprenticeship role will enable the successful candidate to work within the field of civil, structural and geotechnical engineering design. A great start in the industry, it will open doorways to further study – perhaps a HNC and engineering degree. Upon successful completion of the two year apprenticeship, a professional qualification with the Institution of Civil Engineers awaits (TMICE). You will be receiving on-the-job training at the sharp end of engineering.

About the employer

Tony Gee provides civil and structural engineering consultancy services and has specialist expertise in geotechnical, rail, structures, highways and marine projects. The practice undertakes design commissions for public and private sector clients and contractors. Workload is divided between the design of permanent works and the development of temporary works and construction methodology together with design of any specialist equipment necessary to build the structure.

Employer

Tony Gee & Partners Llp

Address

Tony Gee & Partners LLP, Hardy House, 140 High Street

ESHER

KT10 9QJ

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Training

Training provider

SOUTH THAMES COLLEGES GROUP

Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by SOUTH THAMES COLLEGES GROUP

Contact

Rebecca Dalton Rebecca.Dalton@stcg.ac.uk

During your Apprenticeship you will develop the necessary Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours to be a competent Civil Engineer

Knowledge

  • The different techniques and methods used to design, build and maintain civil engineering projects
  • The appropriate scientific, technical and engineering principles relating to the design, delivery and maintenance of infrastructure and buildings
  • How to work effectively and contribute to engineering solutions by the correct use of resources and time
  • How to communicate effectively using a range of techniques
  • The code of conduct of relevant professional bodies and institutions including ethics and their application in design and delivery of projects
  • Safe working practices and how to comply with them
  • Sustainable development and their own contribution to economic, environmental and social wellbeing.
  • Sources of and approaches to Continuing Professional Development

Skills

  • Select and use appropriate scientific, technical and engineering principles, techniques and methods to contribute to the design and delivery of infrastructure and building projects
  • Work with others to contribute to produce integrated engineering solutions by the correct use of resources and time
  • Manage and maintain the quality of their own work and that of others
  • Communicate effectively and appropriately with others using a range of techniques
  • Keep themselves and others safe by adhering to safe working practices.
  • Maintain their own skills base and learning

Behaviours

  • Take a responsible approach to health and safety
  • Be professional, proactive and receptive to constructive advice and guidance
  • Be willing to learn new skills and to adapt in the light of experience
  • Know one's limitations and when to ask for help or escalate
  • Work independently when appropriate and take responsibility for and pride in their work
  • Demonstrate a positive approach to problem solving
  • Effectively contribute to discussions as part of a team

Apprenticeship standard

Civil engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

If you are interested in applying for this vacancy then please click on the 'Apply Now' link and complete our Application Form.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 06 Jun 2022