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Construction Support Technician Apprenticeship Land & Water Services Ltd

This apprenticeship is an exciting opportunity for a passionate & dedicated individual to begin a career within the civil engineering sector. We will give you a fantastic opportunity to work on key infrastructure projects where land and water meet.

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Closing date: 01 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Work days will be from Monday to Friday from 07:00am to 17:00pm. Apprentices aged 19 and over will work full hours (48hr week) Apprentices aged 18 and under will work a 40 hour week

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    04 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000117156

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the requirements of a project are met, ensuring records of the communications are kept in line with company processes
  • Ensure accurate contractual records are kept in relation to the planning of projects
  • Support the implementation of appropriate contract quantities and cost monitoring systems to provide early warning of problems for all contract phases on site
  • Support the progress of construction projects, recommending and proposing revisions of programmes and assisting with the planning of schedules of work
  • Support the procurement of project materials, plant and sub-contractors
  • Identify the suitability of health and safety documentation, including risk assessments and method statements, to assist in ensuring sufficient planning has been carried out for tasks to be completed safely

This is not an exhaustive list and you will be involved in a range of roles and responsibilities incorporating both site and office work, to give you a broad understanding of work within construction and contracting operations. 

You will need a driving licence as you will need to visit various construction sites.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Applicant will receive a Construction Support Technician Level 3 apprenticeship
  • Training will be day release and will take place once a week at East Surrey College

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

You will finish the qualification with a range of skills and abilities that you will be able to employ for the rest of your career, utilising key skills such as contracting, quantity surveying, estimating and procurement to become a well-rounded individual within the civil engineering sector.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Driving Licence Essential

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential

Things to consider

It is essential that you own a driver's license or have a good method of transport as this position will require you to travel and will be away from home at times, so you must be comfortable with this.

About the employer

Land and Water is a civil engineering company that work on challenging projects where land and water meet. We are experts in the environment where land and water meet and our work covers the complete project life-cycle from initial strategic planning and outlining the most environmental, time and cost-saving approach to early contractor involvement and supplier partnership. We also manage operational project execution, training, advice and follow-up.

Employer

Land & Water Services Ltd

Address

Land and Water Services

Weston Yard

Albury

GU5 9AF

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Training

Training provider

EAST SURREY COLLEGE

Contact

Employer Services

employerservices@esc.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Construction support technician

Level 3 (A level)

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