Civil Engineering Senior Technician Apprenticeship
WILLIAM HALEY ENGINEERING LIMITED
Somerset (TA9 4DB)
Closes on Sunday 31 May 2026
Posted on 15 April 2026
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Summary
William Haley Engineering offers full-time apprenticeships in roles like Structural Engineer, Draughtsman, Project Manager, Production Controller, and Estimator at its East Brent, Somerset factory. Ideal applicants are safety-focused, reliable, punctual, and able to work both independently and in a team.
- Wage
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£22,568 a year
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Profit related bonus & pension scheme
- Training course
- Civil engineering senior technician (level 4)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30pm.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 31 August 2026
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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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
Depending on the specific role, training and duties may include:
- Designing and analysing structural components
- Creating detailed technical drawings
- Managing projects from inception to completion
- Controlling production schedules
- Estimating costs for projects
Where you'll work
Bellcombe Works
East Brent
Nr Highbridge
Somerset
TA9 4DB
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CITY OF BRISTOL COLLEGE
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
Training schedule
The training scheme will include role rotation throughout the company to understand workflow and interdepartmental collaboration, including:
- Estimating
- Draughting
- Structural Design
- Project Management
- Production Planning
- Fabrication
- Site Erection
This scheme aims to provide a well-rounded education and hands-on experience, preparing apprentices for successful careers at William Haley Engineering.
More training information
Training and Qualification Level
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Civil Engineering Senior Technician Level 4
- City of Bristol College (Advanced Engineering Centre)
- Day Release
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Adaptability
- Reliable
- Safety Awareness Skills
About this employer
William Haley Engineering is a prominent structural steel contractor and fabricator based in East Brent, Somerset. We offer a range of services including steelwork design, fabrication, erection, metal decking, precast stairs and floor planks, and edge protection.
Our vision is to be the sustainable steelwork specialist that customers want to work with, by continuously improving every aspect of the business working with a positive, long term mindset.
Our values are: Curiosity, Caring, Trust, Flexibility, Excellence
Company benefits
- On site parking
- Life insurance scheme
- 5 weeks holiday
After this apprenticeship
Full-time employment in a role agreed between both parties. This may include further training and qualifications.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CITY OF BRISTOL COLLEGE
Business Partnership Onboarding Team
apprentice@cityofbristol.ac.uk
01173125250
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000026688.
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Closes on Sunday 31 May 2026