Contruction & trades

Degree & Higher Apprenticeship current opportunities. 

Job Title: Groundworker Apprenticeship

We are a specialist civil engineering and highways contractor serving local and transport authorities throughout the North West of England. Our aim is to deliver sustainable projects within the North West, enhancing infrastructure and accessibility of communities, whilst minimising environmental impact and reinvesting locally.

With over 75 years of experience working on North West highway projects, we have gained a distinguished reputation for delivering hugely successful schemes. Our multi award-winning collaborative and proactive methods guarantee the best level of service for our clients.

The business provides a wide range of civil engineering and highway construction services, utilising its highly skilled internal workforce and a network of subcontractors. Its area of expertise lies in executing intricate and challenging projects, including but not limited to drainage schemes, intersection enhancements, and public infrastructure development.

 Job Title:

Groundworker Apprenticeship

Contract:Permanent following 3 month probationary period

Hourly Rate:£8.47

Location:Site Based Role. Base Depot: Alvanley Industrial Estate, Stockport Road East, Bredbury, Stockport SK6 2DJ

Working Hours:39 hours per week

Monday – Thursday: 07.30 – 16.00 (inclusive of unpaid breaks)

Friday: 07.30 – 15.00 (inclusive of unpaid breaks)

 

Holidays:

29 days including bank holidays

7 days are to be taken at the Christmas Shutdown

Remuneration Package:

Negotiable (depending on qualifications and experience)

 Profit Related Bonus

Workplace Pension

Accident and Life Cover (after successful probationary period)

 

Assisting lead tradesman in:

§  Paving works

§  Kerbing

§  Laying tarmac

§  Drainage works

§  All other aspects of road construction and general civil engineering works  Candidate Skills/Personal Qualities:

 

§  Honest         

§  Punctual

§  Reliable

§  Hard Working

§  Enthusiastic

§  Willing and eager to learn

 

 §  Apprentices will study a Level 2 NVQ in Construction Operations. Strong candidates will be offered full time employment at the end of their apprenticeship

 

If you wish to apply, please submit your CV with a brief covering note to: hr@gcox.co.uk


May 2024

Apprenticeship Opportunities in Construction with Redrow


APPRENTICE BRICKLAYER

Redrow Homes are looking for an individual who is passionate about bricklaying and other aspects of building to join as an Apprentice Bricklayer. As an apprentice you will be studying towards a level 2 apprenticeship in Bricklaying which will include both theory and practical skills for a duration of 18-months.

Your time as an Apprentice Bricklayer will be split between working on site with an experienced tradesperson learning from their years of expertise and, intensive block release training at the NHBC Brickwork Training Hub in Tamworth or Cambridge.

Apply Today!https://www.redrowplc.co.uk/careers/


APPRENTICE CARPENTER

Redrow Homes are looking for an individual who is passionate about carpentry and other aspects of building to join as an Apprentice Carpenter. As an apprentice you will be studying towards a level 2 apprenticeship in Carpentry which will include both theory and practical skills for a duration of 22-months.

Your time as an Apprentice Carpenter will be split between working on site with an experienced tradesperson learning from their years of expertise, and intensive block release training at the SMG Group, Coalville, Leicestershire.


Apply Today! https://www.redrowplc.co.uk/careers/

BSc Level 6 Chartered Surveyor Apprentice

The Valuation Office Agency is recruiting Level 6 BSc Chartered Surveyor Apprentices across the UK. If you enjoy working within a fast paced, challenging environment then this is an excellent opportunity to join our highly skilled and diverse organisation, whilst qualifying as a Chartered Surveyor. 

What will you be doing?


More information and to apply now:

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000228406

February 2024


National Apprenticeship Week

Banking, FinTech & Engineering  

Insight Evening Events!  

National Apprenticeship Week is fast approaching and we have some huge virtual events taking place to get your students excited about some of the core industries they could work in once they leave school / college.

After sharing our Get into Business & Accounting event yesterday as well as our Get into Law event, I'd now like to present to you another two HUGE events with our Banking & FinTech event as well as out Get into Engineering & Construction event!

The links to all the information are below, and we have included towards the bottom of the email a graphic which can be used to share around school.

We are thrilled to be joined by four giant firms in Goldman Sachs, Bloomberg, Fidelity International and Legal & General at our Young Professionals Banking & FinTech virtual event.

Our Engineering & Construction lineup doesn't get much worse, with Mott MacDonald, RAF, Spectris, TfL, Places for London, Barratt London and National Grid all in attendance for this fantastic event.


Engineering & Construction Event - Wednesday 7th February, 5pm - 6:30pm:

https://sial-zcmp.campaign-view.eu/ua/SharedView?od=3z250e158e432e75a990fd4f079b3b9dc4&cno=11a2b0b1e5ea7fc&cd=11a926524fba0329&m=0


The Ameon Degree Apprenticeship in Building Services & Sustainable Engineering

Ameon

Ameon is a prestigious engineering brand in its field specialising in the design and construction of Mechanical, Electrical, Utility and Renewable Engineering services within all types of commercial developments including Hotels, High Rise residential buildings, Sports Stadiums, Hospitals, Health Centres, Schools, Further Education Blocks, Higher Education Facilities, Offices, Factories, law Courts, Specialist Manufacturing Facilities and just about everything else in between.

Ameon has operated a degree apprenticeship programme for over 20 years with all graduates still currently employed within the business and at positions up to and including company Director. The company is committed to apprenticeships at all levels and its degree apprenticeship is a five-year programme run in conjunction with UCLAN leading to Incorporated Engineer (IENG) status which can be further supported to Chartered Engineer (CEng) as your Career develops.

What do I need?

Applicants are expected to have a passion for engineering and the desire to work collaboratively with colleagues and other design team members. A Level grades A* to B in Maths, Physics or Chemistry are preferred; however, alternative qualifications may be acceptable provided at least A level standard in Maths or a Science is demonstrated.

What do I get?

Graduates will obtain a BENG (Hons) degree in Building Services & Sustainable Engineering and would be registered as an Incorporated Engineer (IENG) with the Engineering Council whilst also receiving in house training in design calculation software, 3D modelling and Building Information Modelling (BIM) techniques, system design, quantity surveying, contract and project management and cost estimation.

Training and development does not stop on graduation. Graduate Engineers receive ongoing training and professional development through to Senior Engineer and beyond.

The starting salary is £12000.00 per annum, rising to approximately £30,000.00 on completion and continues to rise through the company pay scales for technicians and ultimately Senior Engineer pay scales.

For further information on the degree course click here

To apply for this position you need to contact sian.roberts@blackpoolsixth.ac.uk who will provide you with further details. The employer would like to set up a meeting with students before they apply to ensure they are fully aware of the role and application process before you apply. Please take advantage of this offer and gain information on how to apply.

Full details of the work experience is available here: 

NEW Higher/ Degree Vacancy list 2023 

The new October 2023 edition of the Higher & Degree vacancy listing has now launched!

Explore 250+ Higher and Degree apprenticeship vacancies from 50+ employers, including Amazon, British Airways, Rolls Royce, HSBC, Morrisons and many more!

Click here to access this list : https://amazingapprenticeships.com/app/uploads/2023/01/Higher-and-Degree-Vacancy-Listing-for-2023.pdf

MACE LIMITED

2024 Apprenticeship - Cost Consultancy (Quantity Surveying) - Central Government - Manchester

In Cost Consultancy (Quantity Surveying), you will play a key role in supporting with providing cost management services from inception to completion for ongoing and new commissions.

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000201980


2024 Apprenticeship - Project Management - Health - Manchester

In Project Management (Consultancy), you will support projects to deliver the agreed outcomes within time, cost, and quality requirements, coordinating with all relevant parties to understand and deliver project objectives set out in the project plans. 

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000201953


2024 Apprenticeship - Project Management - Energy & Utilities - Manchester/Hybrid

In Project Management (Consultancy), you will support projects to deliver the agreed outcomes within time, cost, and quality requirements, coordinating with all relevant parties to understand and deliver project objectives set out in the project plans.

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000201941


2024 Apprenticeship - Project Management - Local Government - Manchester

In Project Management (Consultancy), you will support projects to deliver the agreed outcomes within time, cost, and quality requirements, coordinating with all relevant parties to understand and deliver project objectives set out in the project plans.

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000201924


2024 Apprenticeship - Project Management - Manchester

In Project Management (Consultancy), you will support projects to deliver the agreed outcomes within time, cost, and quality requirements, coordinating with all relevant parties to understand and deliver project objectives set out in the project plans. 

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000201910

2024 Apprenticeship Programme – Commercial Management (Quantity Surveying) – Aviation (Consult) – Manchester Airport (September start)


At Mace, we’re global experts in shaping the built environment – helping to lead the way to a more connected, resilient and sustainable world. From development and consultancy, to construction and operations, we connect expertise across the entire property lifecycle to help our clients, people, communities and society achieve more than they believe is possible.


The opportunity 

 

This role starts in early September 2024, and is based in Manchester Airport in the Aviation sector within our Consult engine.

For more information : 

https://macegroup.engageats.co.uk/Vacancies/J/5180/843/403673/22130/2024-apprenticeship-programme-commercial-management-quantity-surveying-aviation-consult-manchester-airport-september-start

Qualifications

October 2023