Apprentice Civil Engineer

We are looking to recruit an Apprentice Civil Engineer to join the UK’s largest and most diverse geotechnical and ground engineering contractor

You will be involved in assisting the engineering team in all aspects of the construction process from design, estimating, planning to construction activities.

This is a perfect opportunity to gain valuable experience and to begin your engineering career working alongside a vastly experienced team.

You will follow structured training as part of an ICE-accredited programme. You will attend College on a day release basis working towards a Civil Engineering qualification.

Duties and Responsibilities

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• Assist and support the management of site operations, to ensure safety, quality, cost effectiveness, timely production and customer satisfaction
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• Learn the aspects of planning and sequencing of operations, including writing method statements and risk assessments, and procuring sub-contractor, labour, plant and material resources
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• Implement operational quality control measures and QA processes
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• Develop work plans, method statements and risk assessments
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• Monitor the progress of project works
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• Take a proactive approach in the responsibility for Health and Safety ensuring all required documentation is in place
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• Ensure full communication across all management levels within the project
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• Ensure that safe working practices are followed
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• Complete quality inspections to ensure work is completed to a safe standard
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• Conduct self in a way that reflect and promotes the Van Elle company values.
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• Understand and act in accordance with Van Elle’s policies and procedures.
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• Any other tasks that you may reasonably be required to undertake.
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Key Requirements

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• Highers (B)/A Levels/Btec or HNC/HND equivalent in relevant subjects
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• IT competent in Microsoft packages
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• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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• Ability to work effectively to deadlines and under pressure
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• Good attention to detail and accuracy of work
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• Effective planning and organisation skills
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• A structured approach to problem solving
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• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
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• Strong analytical, maths and technical skills
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Other Requirements:

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• Eligible to work and live in the UK.
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• Flexibility to travel in the UK.
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• A full driving licence, that is valid in the UK (desirable)
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What you’ll get in return:

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• Competitive salary depending on experience.
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• Hours of work are 8.00am – 5.00pm, Monday to Friday
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• 25 days holiday plus bank/public holidays.
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• Training Centre offers ongoing training and development opportunities.
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• Access to our 24-hour confidential employee support line.
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About Us

Albion Drilling Group Ltd established in 1986, has grown to become one of the UK’s largest independent drilling and ground engineering contractors. Owned by Van Elle Group, the UK's leading ground engineering contractor.

Over the past 40 years, Van Elle has grown to become the UK’s largest independent ground engineering contractor in the UK. Van Elle’s unrivalled range of engineering techniques and design services enables our expert engineering teams to develop technically excellent and cost-effective solutions across a wide number of sectors, from housing, construction to rail.

Employing over 700 people, with a turnover of over £90 million, we have plans to grow and build on our reputation for delivering high quality foundation and ground engineering solutions. Van Elle values diversity and celebrates individual differences, believing that our inclusive family centric culture helps our business continue to grow as a dynamic and innovative organisation.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this type of role. The list is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this type of role.