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Civil Engineering Apprenticeship - Wrexham Bridges Team

Employer
Welsh Government
Location
WSP Opus House, Yale Business Village Wrexham Technology Park Wrexham LL13 7YL
Salary
£15,000 per year
Closing date
8 Mar 2021

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Specialism
Engineering
Sector
Engineering & Aerospace
Role Type
Apprenticeship, Intermediate
Start Date
Ongoing
Duration
Undisclosed

Job Details

About the apprenticeship

Duties

Support the production of construction drawings for a range of ridge projects
Use of software such as Autocad and Microstation
Support with the design of line side civil engineering works
Support Senior Engineers to work on projects such a station renewals
Training on 2d and 3d drafting techniques
Where possible, visiting on site

Additional information

As one of the world's leading engineering, professional services and technical consultancy firms, at WSP, we're passionate about the big questions. And big answers, naturally. For us that's all about reaching beyond the expected to do work that'll make a profound impact felt long into the future.
We engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come. We've been involved in many high-profile UK projects including; The Shard, Crossrail, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Manchester Metrolink, M1 Smart Motorway, the re-development of London Bridge Station, and the London Olympic & Paralympic Route Network.
We can offer you the opportunity to work on some of the world's most exciting engineering and design projects. We invest in your learning and development and we value the ideas and innovation you could bring to our work. So, if you're ready, we can't wait to get you involved.

Requirements

Skills

Desired Skills: 

You'll be enthusiastic and have the creativity to think outside the box 
You'll help to stretch and inspire us, communicating any new ideas you have and keeping everyone in the loop 
You'll enjoy working in a team environment, sharing ideas and collaborating with colleagues  

Qualifications

About you: 

You'll be in your final year or have completed your GCSEs (or equivalent qualifications) with a minimum of five GCSEs grade C / Level 5 or above which must include English, Maths and Science with at least a grade B / Level 6 in Maths (for engineering subjects). 

Language

Welsh Spoken Skills: No Welsh Written Skills: No

Course details

Training provider:
Coleg Cambria

Qualification:
Civil Engineering Level 3

About the employer

WSP Opus House, Yale Business Village
Wrexham Technology Park
Wrexham
LL13 7YL

Disability confident

No

Please note that all apprenticeships are open to everyone. However, some organisations have worked to achieve Disability Confident accreditation. You should always apply for the apprenticeship you feel best suited to.

Interview arrangements

TBC

Company

Why an apprenticeship?

As an apprentice you will earn while you train. It’s a great career choice whether you are leaving school or college, returning to work after starting a family or looking for a new career. There’s a wide range of jobs on offer.  A job at the Welsh Government is unlike any other in Wales.

At the Welsh Government you’ll be given support and guidance so you can develop your skills in the workplace. You will also need to set aside time to study for your apprenticeship. You’ll be a valued member of the team from day one.

What apprenticeships are available?

We don’t currently have any apprenticeship opportunities open as we have now closed our scheme for 2019. If you’d like to keep updated on the vacancies that we’re advertising, you may want to visit our jobs board:  Welsh Government External Vacancies Board.

If you’d like to receive Job Alert e-mails that let you know when we’re advertising a role that suits your preferences, scroll to the bottom of the jobs board, and you’ll see the ‘Create Job Alert’ link.  Click this, and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your alerts.  You’ll need to log in or create an account as part of this process.

Who can apply?

To be eligible to apply you:

  • will be at least 16 years of age at the time of making your application
  • will not be in full-time education (you can apply while still attending school/college/university but will have finished or intend to finish your studies by the time your apprenticeship starts)
  • will need to meet the Civil Service Nationality requirements to apply.

ALS eligibility

Please note that ALS our training providers have their own eligibility in order to provide the funding required to undertake an apprenticeship. You may not be eligible to apply if:

  • you already hold a qualification at Level 3 or above in ICT, Software, Web and Telecoms or a similar subject
  • you already hold a qualification at Level 3 or above in Business Administration, Customer Service or a similar subject

What are the benefits?  

How much will I be paid?

You will earn £19,240 a year while training. When you pass your apprenticeship you can apply for a permanent job at the Welsh Government. Within 2 years of starting your apprenticeship you could be earning £22,500. 

You will get 31 days holidays as well as 10 public and privilege days. We offer flexible working arrangements to help you get the right work/life balance. You will also be eligible for membership of the Civil Service Pension Scheme

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