Apprentice Groundworker ELAN CIVIL ENGINEERING LTD

Elan Civil Engineering is a groundworks company with extensive civil engineering experience throughout East Anglia. As a groundworker apprentice you will be working under the direct supervision of an experienced supervisor. The role is varied depending on the site and requirements.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 17 Jul 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, between 7:30am and 5pm

    Total hours per week: 36

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    22 Jul 2024

  • Date posted

    19 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000246048

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

The duties include but are not limited to:

  • Construction of foundations, roads and footpaths
  • Installation of drainage and service ducts
  • Laying kerbs, edgings and construction of car parks
  • Excavation works General labouring
  • Adhering to all Health & safety policies and legislation with Elan and the site

The training you will be getting

  • The learner will be studying the Groundworker Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
  • Day release to West Suffolk College.
  • Functional skills will be studied if equivalent qualifications are not held.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

After completion of the Apprentice Groundworker Level 2 course you will be employed full time as a fully qualified Groundworker. They are many opportunities within the company to keep progressing within the company, including and not limited to Plant Operator, Supervisor or Site Manager. Elan are keen to encourage upskilling of our staff and actively encourage it.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

NVQ or SVQ Level 1 or equivalent Maths and English (Grade Pass) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4-9) Desired

Things to consider

Working as a Groundworker means that you will be working outside in all seasons. It is a physically demanding job. You must be willing to take instruction and to follow rules from site and your own safety. You would be expected to be able to get yourself to and from both work and college.

About the employer

Elan Civil Engineering is a groundworks company with extensive civil engineering experience throughout East Anglia. Elan offers a full range of services spanning from new housing development schemes, infrastructure projects, utilities and commercial requirements. We offer full service solutions, fulfilling all aspects from start to finish of a project; from initial design concepts, through sourcing and supplying materials, complete installation and after-care services.

Employer

ELAN CIVIL ENGINEERING LTD

Address

Unit 3-4, Manor Park, Church Road, Great Barton

Bury St. Edmunds

IP31 2QR

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Training

Training provider

WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE

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

Groundworker

Level 2 (GCSE)

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

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 17 Jul 2024