Trainee Technician​/Engineering​/Construction Industry

Trainee Technician

An excellent entry-level opportunity for a motivated individual to begin a career within the engineering and construction testing sector, supporting site-based projects nationwide with full training provided.

If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you:

Trainee Engineer, Engineering Assistant, Junior Technician, Site Technician

NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Trainee / Entry Level Role - All Levels of Experience Considered

Ideal candidates will have some sort of college-based qualification or an understanding of electrical / mechanical / structural engineering. However, this is desirable, and you must be willing to learn new skills and have great time-management. You will also need to be computer literate with experience using Microsoft Office / 365 (MS Word, Excel and Outlook) and willing to work away from home when required

SALARY: Starting on National Minium Wage + Competitive Overtime Rates + Benefits

LOCATION: This role will involve site-based work (travelling nationwide) with a small percentage of work carried out in our Laboratory in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, North West England (CH66)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Minimum 37.5 Hours per week - 6 Month Minimum Probation Period Required

KEY REQUIREMENTS: Candidates MUST have a full and valid UK Driving Licence (6 points or less - no active convictions)

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Trainee Technician who is keen to learn new skills within the engineering and construction testing industry. This role is ideal for someone looking to start or develop a hands-on technical career with no previous experience required.

As a Trainee Technician you will support a small, growing project team delivering structural load testing, environmental monitoring and bespoke testing solutions in-line with British Standards. The role is predominantly site based, involving nationwide travel, with a small proportion of work undertaken at the company's Ellesmere Port testing facilities.

Working closely with experienced colleagues, the Trainee Technician will receive on-the-job training while developing practical, technical and reporting skills in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment.

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DUTIES

Your duties as the Trainee Technician include:

• Project Support: Assisting with long and short-term engineering and construction testing projects
• Site-Based Testing: Supporting daily on-site and laboratory testing, including other yard-based activities
• Data Recording: Accurately recording, validating and checking test data and results
• Reporting Assistance: Assisting with analysis, reporting and certification of testing work
• Equipment Maintenance: Supporting calibration, maintenance, storage and upkeep of testing equipment
• Health and Safety Compliance: Adhering fully to all company health and safety requirements
• Team Collaboration: Working effectively within a small, growing project team
• Vehicle Checks: Completing routine vehicle checks and maintaining cleanliness and condition
• Housekeeping: Maintaining tidy, organised laboratory, site and storage areas
• Policy Adherence: Following all company policies and procedures at all times

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• Computer literacy with experience using Microsoft Office 365 including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines
• Strong work ethic with a willingness to learn new skills
• Full and valid UK Driving Licence (six points or less, no active convictions)
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Reliable, punctual and committed approach to work
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work away from home when required
• Flexibility to work additional hours, including evenings, weekends or nights when needed, on short notice

Desirable

• An understanding of electrical, mechanical or structural engineering
• Previous site experience using tools or equipment
• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach
• Flexible attitude to working hours and travel
• Valid CSCS Card (preferred but can be obtained later)
• Relevant…