Civil Engineering Senior Technician Apprentice

Summary

An excellent opportunity for an Apprentice to develop their career with GGP Consult Ltd. During your apprenticeship you will be trained in aspects of civil engineering and the skills necessary for a Level 4 qualification. You will learn 3D CAD with software such as ISBM. You will get chance to visit sites and undertake surveys.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Civil engineering senior technician (level 4)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm. 40 hours a week.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

3 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

You will form part our Civil Engineering team working predominantly within the rail industry
You will learn 3D computer aided design with such software as Industry Standard Bentley MicroStation
You will get chance to visit site and undertake surveys using GPS and 3D point clouds
You will use various handheld ground investigation techniques

Where you'll work

2 HALLAM ROAD
PRIORY PARK EAST
HULL
HU4 7DY

Training

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

College or training organisation

HULL COLLEGE

Your training course

Civil engineering senior technician (level 4)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Apply engineering principles, using relevant scientific, theoretical and technical know-how to solve well-defined civil engineering problems
Apply civil engineering techniques, procedures and methods, and review the results, when measuring and testing, designing, installing, commissioning, maintaining or operating civil engineering systems
Employ a range of advanced mathematical, statistical and data interpretation tools, using analytical and computational methods to interpret and solve civil engineering problems
Interpret and compare performance information to choose compliant materials, components or parts
Select and use technical literature and other sources of information and data to address well-defined civil engineering problems
Produce and interpret civil engineering technical drawings, designs, and models, using analytical and computer-based software packages, recognising the limitations of the software used
Produce civil engineering technical solutions in accordance with relevant industry standards, procedures, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation
Comply with, and encourage others to demonstrate, statutory health, safety and welfare policies, procedures and regulation
Complete risk assessments to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks
Apply principles of sustainable development, and assess the impact of these in their work
Employ project management techniques, measuring and recording progress against civil engineering project plans
Assess and report on quality using appropriate management and assurance systems and continuous improvement processes
Identify and use resources, equipment and technology to meet project requirements, including specifications, budget and timescales
Monitor and manage individual performance, and supervise others, recognising the need to comply with appropriate codes of practice and equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) requirements
Communicate using appropriate methods for the audience, using appropriate engineering terminology and conventions
Apply ethical principles to civil engineering projects, including the secure use of data and information
Plan, undertake and review their own professional competence, updating and reviewing their CPD to improve performance
Apply engineering principles, using relevant scientific, theoretical and technical know-how to solve well-defined civil engineering problems
Apply civil engineering techniques, procedures and methods, and review the results, when measuring and testing, designing, installing, commissioning, maintaining or operating civil engineering systems
Employ a range of advanced mathematical, statistical and data interpretation tools, using analytical and computational methods to interpret and solve civil engineering problems
Interpret and compare performance information to choose compliant materials, components or parts
Select and use technical literature and other sources of information and data to address well-defined civil engineering problems
Produce and interpret civil engineering technical drawings, designs, and models, using analytical and computer-based software packages, recognising the limitations of the software used
Produce civil engineering technical solutions in accordance with relevant industry standards, procedures, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation
Comply with, and encourage others to demonstrate, statutory health, safety and welfare policies, procedures and regulation
Complete risk assessments to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks
Apply principles of sustainable development, and assess the impact of these in their work
Employ project management techniques, measuring and recording progress against civil engineering project plans
Assess and report on quality using appropriate management and assurance systems and continuous improvement processes
Identify and use resources, equipment and technology to meet project requirements, including specifications, budget and timescales
Monitor and manage individual performance, and supervise others, recognising the need to comply with appropriate codes of practice and equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) requirements
Communicate using appropriate methods for the audience, using appropriate engineering terminology and conventions
Apply ethical principles to civil engineering projects, including the secure use of data and information
Plan, undertake and review their own professional competence, updating and reviewing their CPD to improve performance

Your training plan

This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade B/6)
Maths (grade B/6)

Desirable qualifications

Other in:

Civil Engineering (grade Pass)

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
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Civil Engineering experience

About this company

Yorkshire, United Kingdom. Our offices overlook the famous Humber bridge whose impressive structure spans 2.2Km over the Humber Estuary. GGP has grown steadily since its formation in 1994 and now provides considerable resources with a wide range of expertise, including; Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Marine Engineering, Seismic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture and Project Management. Our continued success is based largely on our professional attitude and ability to provide a cost effective, innovative and flexible service, using the latest technology to solve problems and deliver economic projects. GGP is now exporting it’s expertise to around fifty countries in the sectors of; Power, Transportation, Oil , Gas, Petrochemical and Industrial with further growth expected. We take great pride in our success and enjoy our work.

https://ggpconsult.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

A great opportunity to be trained and potentially secure long-term employment with an employer who wishes to develop your knowledge and skills.

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