Civil Engineering Apprentice Newcastle-upon-Tyne City Council

Love design? Passionate about making a difference? Become a Civil Engineer Apprentice with Newcastle City Council!

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Closing date: 07 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£12,313.60 to £22,010.56

At Newcastle City Council our apprentices are paid a percentage of the salary for the role the apprentice is working towards. This is always at least National Minimum Wage and increases each year as you develop your knowledge and skills.

Wages explained

Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
Minimum Wage Rates
Working week

Monday to Friday; 9am - 5pm

Total hours per week: 37
Expected duration

36 Months
Possible start date

01 Sep 2024
Date posted

18 Apr 2024
Apprenticeship level

Advanced
Level 3 (A level)
Reference number

VAC1000238532
Positions

3 available

What you will do in your working day

Assisting with the delivery of projects including design using knowledge of relevant engineering policies, practices, procedures, and external legislation
Interpretation of information to solve a variety of engineering problems including the planning of the associated engineering activities
Assisting with the preparation of plans, correspondence, calculations, documents, and reports
Communication of information to other members of staff both orally and in writing
Assisting with surveys, measurement, and testing
Accounting for expenditure on allocated budgets
Use of Information Technology software associated with the engineering tasks being undertaken including the preparation of engineering drawings electronically
Provision of general assistance to others regarding highway issues
To promote and implement the Council’s Equality Policy in all aspects of employment and service delivery
To assist in maintaining a healthy, safe, and secure environment and to act in accordance with the Council’s policies and procedures

The training you will be getting

You will work towards and achieve a Level 3 Civil Engineering Technician apprenticeship. You will attend training at New College Durham one day per week starting in September 2024.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Whilst we are unable to guarantee a post in the role apprentices work towards, all our apprentices are supported to apply for suitable vacancies when they complete their apprenticeship so that they can make use of their new skills and qualifications.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent At least five GCSE's, including Maths and English (Grade C / 4) Essential

About the employer

Newcastle City Council is a Local Authority that supports the residents of Newcastle upon Tyne. Working for the City Council in Newcastle isn’t like any other job. Everything we do has an impact on the people that live in our city so our commitment, diligence and energy have to be second to none. We currently employ over 5,000 staff in a range of services that are delivered across the city.

Employer

Newcastle-upon-Tyne City Council

About disability confident

Disabled candidates will generally be offered an interview if you meet the minimum requirements for this vacancy. Contact the employer for full details.

Employers may need to limit the number of interviews offered to both disabled and non-disabled people if they receive high numbers of applications.

The disability confident scheme supports employers to make the most of the talents disabled people can bring to your workplace.

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Address

Civic Centre

Newcastle upon Tyne

Tyne and Wear

NE1 8QH

Contact

Sally Herbert

sally.herbert@newcastle.gov.uk

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Training

Training provider

NEW COLLEGE DURHAM

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

training
qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Civil engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions