Materials Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Geotechnical Engineering Ltd

Tiro; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job description

Department: Science Apprenticeship - Materials L3

Location: Gloucester

Compensation: £20,500 / year

Description

Location: Centurion House, Olympus Park, Quedgeley, Gloucester, GL2 4NF

Working for Geotechnical Engineering Ltd
Established in 1961, we are the UK's largest, privately owned, independent, ground investigation contractor, providing quality geotechnical and geo-environmental data throughout the UK. We deliver an extensive range of ground investigation services for the purpose of informing on the physical and engineering properties of the ground (soil & rock), and any potential contamination issues.

We are now looking for a Site Technician Apprentice (Level 3) to join our Engineering team!

The Package

• Starting salary: £20,500 per annum (raising to National Minimum Wage after 12 months if aged 18+)
• Working hours: 45 hours per week, core working hours are 8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday
• Paid overtime available
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Business closure at Christmas
• Regular training & CPD opportunities

What will I be doing as an apprentice?
As a Site Technician Apprentice with Geotechnical Engineering Ltd, you'll get paid to explore the outdoors! This hands-on role takes you across the UK where you'll be testing water, gas and soil at different sites.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Technically challenging monitoring work across the UK, including (but not restricted to):
  - Water sampling and purging
  - Gas and groundwater Monitoring
  - Gas sampling
  - Installing and maintaining Data Collection Instrumentation
  - Using Global Positioning Systems
  - Undertake in-situ Site Investigational techniques
• Work on brownfield and greenfield sites, contaminated land, roads, railways and airports, utility sites; variation of large long-term projects and small short-term projects both locally and nationally
• Occasional nightshift working (dependent on demand)

This apprenticeship offers an exciting step into a long-term career within Earth Sciences! Full training is provided – just bring your curiosity and a willingness to get stuck in!

What could the future look like?
There's no limit to what you can achieve while working with Geotechnical Engineering Ltd. Their team is at the heart of what they do, and they are looking for someone who wants to play a key part in that long term. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position with the business at the end of your apprenticeship.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Qualifications
It's about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don't already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!

About you
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for laboratory work environmental testing. The ideal candidate will have:

• A keen interest in laboratory work and geo-environmental materials testing, with an inquisitive mind and a passion for learning!
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is crucial in this role, to ensure you ascertain high-quality data and results.
• A responsible and professional approach to working, with an understanding of the importance of health & safety and procedures.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple demands and deadlines effectively.
• A flexible and adaptable approach, as you'll be travelling around the UK to visit sites, sometimes on short notice!
• Fantastic communication skills with clients and team members of all levels.

Please note: because of the site-based nature of this position, you must be aged 18+, living within 45 minutes to site and hold a valid UK Driving License. You must also be comfortable with occasional heavy lifting and working in all weather conditions.

So how does the apprenticeship work?
Over 21 months, you'll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on 'off the job' training. This can include theory training alongside practical training. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship.

Eligibility
There are some minimum requirements you'll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government. You'll need to be 18 or over, not in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK.