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Apprentice Engineer

Employer
Norfolk County Council
Location
County Hall, Martineau Lane, Norwich, NR1 2DH
Salary
£19,650.00 annually
Closing date
30 Jun 2022

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Specialism
Other
Sector
Unspecified
Role Type
Apprenticeship, Degree
Start Date
September
Duration
Permanent
What will the apprentice be doing?

The apprenticeship programme covers aspects of highway maintenance, design, construction, programme, electrical services and network management.An Apprentice's work could involve:
  • Production of CAD drawings and sketches.
  • Preparation of simple calculations.
  • Supporting the administration of projects.
  • Ensuring outputs meet the required standards.
  • Meeting agreed deadlines.
  • Maintaining drawing register.
  • Working as a member of a team.
  • Contributing to providing solutions to problems.
  • Working both in an office environment and on site.
  • Surveying sites.
  • Undertaking desk studies.
  • Preparing cost estimates.
  • Producing information on the quantity and type of materials to be used.
  • Project planning (including safety, health, environment and quality).

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

You will be enrolled onto the Civil Engineer Level 6 integrated degree apprenticeship with Suffolk New College. You will regularly attend teaching sessions, workshops, seminars and tutorials to develop your skills and knowledge working towards the BA (Hons) in Civil Engineering. You will be supported throughout the programme by mentors in the workplace.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Apprentices will undertake the six-year development programme,
which will give the individual the underpinning knowledge, experience and skills to become an Engineer, with a view to further developing their career in the future and ultimately gain a nationally recognised professional Incorporated Engineer qualification and has the potential to lead to future career development.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Creative, Initiative, Accountability, Responsibility, Trust building, Collaboration, MS Office

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent at least 4 GCSEs including English and Science (Grade 9 to 4 / A* to C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 6 to 9 / A* to B) Essential
A Level or equivalent 3x A Levels including Maths and a Science (Grade 9 to 4 / A* to C) Essential
BTEC or equivalent Civil Engineering (Grade P to M) Essential

Things to consider

Applicants need to be able to demonstrate an aptitude in literacy and numeracy skills and in spatial awareness. Evidence of the use of in AutoCAD or similar design/assessment software is desirable. The role may involve some travelling to sites across Norfolk, a driving license would therefore be desirable.

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