Highways Civil Engineering Apprentice

The apprentice will receive a salary in accordance with the National Minimum Wage. The role will be split between the three areas of Dolgellau, Caernarfon and Pwllheli over different periods. To be successful in this apprenticeship, we are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is willing to learn. We also want an individual who can communicate with confidence, work as part of a team, and demonstrate potential to succeed as an apprentice.

Person Specification

PERSONAL FEATURES

• Show the correct behavior and attitude
• Demonstrate commitment to the work
• Working effectively as part of a team
• Communicate with confidence
• Ready to learn new things and to self‑improve
• Ready to Challenge
• Full Driving Licence

ESSENTIAL

• Qualified to at least level 2 attaining either:
• 4 GCSEs at grade D or above (grade C or above in maths)
• Equivalent Level 2 vocational qualification (e.g. BTEC First Level 2 Diploma)

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• None specified

SPECILIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• A valid driving licence

LANGUAGE NEEDS

• Listening and Speaking – Intermediate Level: Be able to hold a conversation on a number of diverse topics on a daily basis, and discuss cases related to the field of work. Be able to follow a discussion in Welsh, in Clear Welsh, on familiar issues relating to the job. Be able to contribute to the conversation and answer questions.
• Reading and Comprehension – Intermediate Level: Understand everyday correspondence on familiar issues at work. Understand longer reports in Clear Welsh and be able to pick up the main points. (Help with vocabulary may be required).
• Writing – Intermediate Level: Be able to write specific purpose letters, emails and short reports through the medium of Welsh and English using vocabulary and simple phrases familiar to the field of work. (They will be checked before being sent out).

Job Description

Purpose of the Post.

• Receive experience and support in the workplace to complete an apprenticeship and gain qualifications in the field
• To provide a support service to civil engineers within the Highways Service by contributing to the planning, maintenance and improvement of Gwynedd’s transport infrastructure, and by helping to ensure that projects and maintenance work are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the Council’s standards.

Responsibility for Resources. e.g. staff, finances, Equipment

• None, other than standard office equipment, e.g. a computer.

Main Duties.

• The main purpose of the service is to maintain, manage and improve Gwynedd’s essential transport infrastructure in order to ensure a safe, reliable and sustainable road network for residents, businesses and visitors.
• The Highways Civil Engineering Apprentice role is a valuable opportunity for an apprentice to develop civil engineering skills by shadowing and supporting experienced engineers, while contributing to the planning, maintenance and improvement of Gwynedd’s essential infrastructure.
• The main duties of the role will be to:
  • Gain experience of working in the three operational areas (Arfon, Dwyfor and Meirionnydd) through rotating between areas of the county.
  • Identify and understand the operational activities and priorities of each area over a period of approximately 8 months each.
  • Support local teams in delivering the Highways Service work programmes.
  • Shadow Area Engineers to learn about the planning, management and delivery of maintenance works and infrastructure projects.
  • Develop an understanding of how the service’s work is coordinated across the county.
  • Take part in practical tasks related to road and infrastructure maintenance.
  • Follow the Council’s policies on health and safety, equality, data protection and carbon reduction.

Special Circumstances. e.g. need to work unsocial hours, special work arrangements, etc.

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