Engineering Assistant Poulton le Fylde, England
Job description
- Employer: Wyre Council
- Salary: Grade 5/6/7 £22,369 - £29,439
- Location: Civic Centre
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Full Time
- Hours: 37 hours.
- DBS Check: No
- Closing Date: 31/10/2023 at 23:59
- Reference: Env/23/255299
Wyre Council are partnering with a leading University to offer Civil Engineering Degree Level Apprenticeships. Civil engineering is everything you see that's been built around us. The Engineering team at Wyre are involved in wide breadth of Civil Engineering functions including coastal engineering, flood resilience, environmental engineering, emergency planning and development and maintenance of infrastructure.
We represent and work with our community and partners including the Environment Agency, Utility companies and other local authorities, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment.
As an Engineering Assistant you will play a key part in the Engineering team, experiencing a wide range of skills including contract preparation, law, design, planning and finance whilst you develop through your Civil Engineering degree.
The successful candidates will need to have;
- A level requirements; BBC including grades BB in Mathematics and at least one from Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Digital Technology, Environmental Technology, Geography, ICT (not Applied ICT), Physics, Software Systems Development, Technology and Design or Double Award Life & Health Sciences.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- A willingness to learn and develop your career and professional knowledge
- A passion for Civil Engineering and environmental issues
In return we can offer you;
- Fully funded Civil Engineering Degree
- Designated mentor to support you in your role
- Flexible working hours including the opportunity of Hybrid working
- Free Parking
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Training and development opportunities
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- A friendly and supportive working environment
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.
