Level 3 Construction Support Technician apprentice

Summary

Are you ready to lay the foundations for a rewarding career in construction? SMD Ltd is a leading provider of structural metal decking solutions across the UK. We are offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and motivated individual to join our team as a Construction Apprentice.

Wage

£17,000 a year

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20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays. Increases with length of service after 2 years.

Training course

Construction support technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Thursday, 08:45 - 17:00 and Friday, 08:00 - 15:00

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Answering phone calls & emails
Booking in estimates and chasing customers for status updates
Completing pre-qualification information for prospective customers
Processing, printing and posting site drawings
Logging site diary information provided and collating weekly contract report for issues
Processing & logging time sheet information & site paperwork
Providing document control support for all team functions
Collating and issuing site documentation
Assist in organising and booking in site equipment, deliveries & sub contract labour
Attend and contribute to internal team meetings and deliver agreed actions when requested
Support with various forms of data entry

Where you'll work

Unit 1,
2 Nunn Brook Rise, Huthwaite
Sutton-In-Ashfield
NG17 2PD

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

Your training course

Construction support technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Apply and integrate appropriate mathematical and technical knowledge in the completion of built environment site and/or office processes to contribute to the coordination of construction projects.
Comply with health and safety regulations and procedures. Identify and document risks and hazards. Apply statutory and company environmental and safe working practices. Produce construction project risk assessment and method statements.
Communicate verbally to internal and external stakeholders using a range of techniques in line with company policies.
Interpret and abstract contract documentation to develop site solutions.
Apply digital construction processes to produce resource lists from tender and contract documentation.
The use of project tendering, measurement and costing systems to assist with the planning of schedules of work and to provide early warning of problems for all contract phases on site.
Plan, carry out and manage own work in line with management requirements, assessing tasks, scheduling work, achieving deadlines, reviewing performance and keeping records of work undertaken.
Apply sustainable principles and low carbon processes in order to implement site environmental solutions.
Use information technology. For example, for document creation, communication, and information management. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
Plan and undertake continued professional development (CPD) to maintain and enhance competence in their own area of practice.
Communicate in written form to internal and external stakeholders using a range of techniques and reporting mechanisms in line with company policies, using construction and built environment terminology.
Apply and integrate appropriate mathematical and technical knowledge in the completion of built environment site and/or office processes to contribute to the coordination of construction projects.
Comply with health and safety regulations and procedures. Identify and document risks and hazards. Apply statutory and company environmental and safe working practices. Produce construction project risk assessment and method statements.
Communicate verbally to internal and external stakeholders using a range of techniques in line with company policies.
Interpret and abstract contract documentation to develop site solutions.
Apply digital construction processes to produce resource lists from tender and contract documentation.
The use of project tendering, measurement and costing systems to assist with the planning of schedules of work and to provide early warning of problems for all contract phases on site.
Plan, carry out and manage own work in line with management requirements, assessing tasks, scheduling work, achieving deadlines, reviewing performance and keeping records of work undertaken.
Apply sustainable principles and low carbon processes in order to implement site environmental solutions.
Use information technology. For example, for document creation, communication, and information management. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
Plan and undertake continued professional development (CPD) to maintain and enhance competence in their own area of practice.
Communicate in written form to internal and external stakeholders using a range of techniques and reporting mechanisms in line with company policies, using construction and built environment terminology.

Your training plan

Training will be delivered by weekly day release at Nottingham College Basford, 664 Nuthall Rd, Nottingham NG8 6AQ

More training information

A Level 3 Construction Support Technician apprenticeship offers individuals the opportunity to gain practical experience and academic knowledge in the construction industry. Apprentices typically work both on-site and in office settings, supporting construction teams in various capacities
Training: Combine practical experience with structured learning (e.g., day-release college programs)
Gain skills in project management, digital construction processes, sustainability, and IT tools
Progression: Opportunities for HNC/HND qualifications, degree apprenticeships, or permanent roles
This apprenticeship offers a pathway to build a professional career in construction with a blend of technical and practical training

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Positive work ethic

Other requirements

Candidate must be able to travel to the workplace and college according to working hours. Apprentices applies to time spent on the job plus time spent training. Please note that if the successful applicant is found prior to the closing date the vacancy maybe withdrawn early

About this company

Under the guidance of experienced professionals, you’ll gain well rounded skills and knowledge in all aspects of our construction projects. This includes estimation, commercial, technical and site management whilst learning how to maintain health and safety standards, and how to ensure work is delivered to a high quality and on schedule. Our Contracts Team manage their projects from start to finish - they secure, design, process and deliver the project. You will support the team with various tasks within the areas of estimating and sales, commercial, design & construction management. We understand that the construction industry, and our sector in general, is extremely niche; whilst having experience in construction is helpful, we do not expect you to have experience in metal decking or concrete. Your skills and qualities are what’s required to join our team.

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Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Opportunities for HNC/HND qualifications, degree apprenticeships, or permanent roles

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