Civil / Structural Technician

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a civil / structural technician to support one of our nuclear clients based out of Whitehaven or Preston in the following work:

• Working in a team with experienced engineers and technicians
• This is a full-time, permanent position, based in either our Whitehaven or Preston office, with potential working from home by mutual agreement as per Westlakes informal Working at Home Policy.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with, or carrying out, site inspections and surveys
• Preparing drawings from feasibility through to detailed design and construction using Revit, AutoCAD and SketchUp
• The design/assessment of structures for a wide range of nuclear and other projects.

Qualifications Required

• HNC/D in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Skills/Experience & Behaviours - Essential

• Interest in the design of the built environment, a desire to learn and be challenged
• Good experience of Revit, AutoCAD & SketchUp
• Good experience of steelwork fabrication drawings
• Good numerical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive
• Planned and organised approach to work and meeting deadlines
• Commitment to the successful delivery of projects and meeting the needs of our clients.
• A full drivers licence

Skills/Experience & Behaviours - Desirable

• Experience of working in the nuclear industry
• Experience of working in the water industry
• Preparing RC detail drawings

What we offer you

• An excellent career with a competitive salary
• Exciting and varied project experience
• Support to develop your career through professional accreditation and training
• 32 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays per year), for full time employees, plus additional holiday purchasing scheme
• Employer pension contributions
• Life Assurance cover
• Cashback medical cover
• Collaborative, intelligent and friendly team
• Free on site parking at either office

Security clearance:
This role will require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.