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Apprentice CAD Technician Level 3 - Derby - 2023 BALFOUR BEATTY PLC

We have a new exciting opportunity to work as an Apprentice CAD Technician in our Derby office to start your journey towards becoming an industry expert. So, expect well-structured training, incredible projects, and loads of hands-on experience.

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

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Closing date: 31 May 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,750.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm

    Total hours per week: 42.0

    (the hours are based on the candidate being over 18)

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    12 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000117960

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Carry out 2D and 3D drawings to meet the needs of the business that includes:

  • Ensure drawings are dimensionally correct
  • Ensure drawings are technically robust and are buildable
  • Ensure all risks identified are communicated effectively to the operations or work winning teams
  • Liaison with individuals in the business to ensure the best solutions are produced
  • Ensure all CAD work is carried out in compliance with the written standards and procedures

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

  • You will study for and be expected to pass the Engineering Design and Draughtsperson Level 3 Apprenticeship, over 42 months. Depending on project requirements, you could be site or office based
  • It is likely you will attend college on day release one day per week at a local college

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • You will follow a 42 month Technical Apprenticeship Scheme as part of our programme, geared towards you becoming an industry expert
  • You will follow the Balfour Beatty Enhanced Apprentice programme. This is a mix of development events and activities, plus in year 2 you will compete in the Balfour Beatty Brathay Apprentice Challenge, to help us find the Balfour Beatty Apprentice Team of the Year

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths, English and Science (Grade Grades 9-4 or A-C) Essential

About the employer

Balfour Beatty is the UK’s largest construction and infrastructure business. Each day our projects change people’s lives and communities for the better. We built the famous London Aquatic Centre and you’ll find our mark in all kinds of infrastructure like schools and hospitals, major roads, rail and power networks. Each year we seek the best apprentices to come and join our ever changing business.

Employer

BALFOUR BEATTY PLC

Address

West Service Road

Raynesway

Derby

DE21 7BG

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Training

Training provider

DCG

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering design and draughtsperson

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 31 May 2023