Apprentice Technician - Civil Engineering Senior Technician L4
HEYNE TILLETT STEEL LTD
Manchester (M2 3AW)
Closes in 24 days (Sunday 14 June 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 21 May 2026
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Summary
Kickstart your career in Civil Engineering as an Apprentice Technician, creating 2D drawings and 3D models for exciting new build and refurbishment projects. You will gain hands on experience with Autodesk software, work with industry professionals, and develop skills in design, coordination, and project delivery.
- Wage
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£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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Salary will start at the National Apprenticeship rate and may be increased depending on the candidate’s skills and experience.
- Training course
- Civil engineering senior technician (level 4)
- Hours
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Monday-Friday - 09:00-17:30.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 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
Duties will include but not limited to:
- Produce accurate Civil Engineering drawings for a variety of buildings and site developments using Revit and Civil 3D
- Convert architectural layouts and design concepts into detailed Civil Engineering drawings
- Work collaboratively with CAD technicians, engineers and the wider design team to deliver project information within agreed deadlines
- Integrate Civil Engineering models with architectural, structural and M&E designs
- Review drawings from other disciplines and report discrepancies or required revisions to the Engineer
- Coordinate with other teams to ensure completeness, accuracy and quality of project drawings
- Assist in organising and issuing Civil Engineering drawings and related information
Where you'll work
Bloc
17 Marble St
Manchester
M2 3AW
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
SALFORD CITY 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
Training will take place both in the workplace and at college. You will attend Future Skills College one day per week for your formal training.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Other in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Punctual & Present
- Focused & Reliable
- Sociable
- Keen to Learn
Other requirements
- Level 3 Qualifications Considered:T- Level in Construction subjects or Level 3 apprenticeship in Construction
- Substantial Work experience in the sector will be considered
- Strong interest in Civil Engineering and in technology & computing would be preferable
About this employer
Heyne Tillett Steel is an award-winning structural and civil engineering practice with a reputation for intelligent design and innovative, practical
solutions. Based in central London and established in 2007 by directors Andy Heyne, Mark Tillett and Tom Steel, the practice now has
over 180 people. We are currently working on exciting and innovative projects throughout the UK for many of the leading developers and
architects.
Heyne Tillett Steel is an employee-owned business. We are committed to the development and success of our staff and maintaining the
ethos of the practice. If you want to be part of a young, friendly and dynamic team, then we want to hear from you.
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Company benefits
Benefits include bonus, pension and life assurance, plus health support such as GP access, gym subsidy and Medicash. Enjoy free food, wellbeing activities, generous annual leave, flexible working, social events, and training opportunities.
After this apprenticeship
Gaining the experience of working with a busy practice will give any apprentice the practical tools they need in their future career and the confidence to work for and alongside engineers and technicians at all levels.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SALFORD CITY COLLEGE
Mary Takhar - SCC Apprenticeship
mary.takhar@salfordcc.ac.uk
01616315555
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000032675.
Apply now
Closes in 24 days (Sunday 14 June 2026 at 11:59pm)