Apprentice Technician

4way Consulting; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Apprentice Technician to join their Birmingham office. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic apprentice training program focused on Smart Cities and Intelligent Transport Systems. As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience across various design disciplines, including traffic signals and street lighting. The company fosters a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development, making it an ideal place for aspiring technicians. If you're eager to learn and contribute to innovative transport solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills in English, both written and oral.
• Proficiency in IT and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Join the Smart Cities Urban ITS team and gain exposure to various design disciplines.
• Attend focused training courses as part of the apprenticeship.

Skills

Excellent English (oral and written)

IT Competence

MS Office

ACAD experience

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Apprenticeship

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an Apprentice Technician to be based in our Birmingham Office to join our team and be part of our apprentice training programme.

About 4way

4way Consulting is a design and engineering consultancy specialising in the delivery of intelligent transport systems, traffic signals and road lighting services in both the strategic and urban road sectors.

Our range of services includes ITS infrastructure design, ITS operational consultancy, road lighting consultancy and design, traffic signals consultancy and design, smart motorways and expressway development, smart cities consultancy and design, technology implementation, management and commissioning, business strategy, feasibility studies and value management.

Since our inception in 2010 we have grown in a sustainable manner through high volumes of repeat business and new project work, won on the strength of our reputation for delivering high quality in the most demanding of environments. Consistently ranked in the top ten of ITS consultancies in the annual CIHT Consultants Directory, we are now seeking to propel 4way to new heights and are looking for high calibre individuals at all levels to join us on our journey.

Role

Apprentice Technician to be based in our Birmingham Office (but not essential to be fulltime office based as we adopt an office/home working environment). The apprentice training programme will involve being primarily exposed within our Smart Cities Urban ITS team, with the opportunity to gain experience in the other design disciplines within 4way including Connected Roads and Street Lighting, with the opportunity to work on site throughout the UK. The successful candidate will be expected to attend focused training courses through a day-release apprentice college programme which will be provided as part of the role.

Requirements & Skills

• Excellent English (oral and written)
• Good with IT and competent in using MS Office packages
• ACAD experience an advantage
• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 3 points

Benefits

As the only SME in the ITS sector, 4way career opportunities stand out from the crowd. This is an opportunity to apply traffic signals skills and make a real difference in the safe and sustainable movement of people and goods on our clients’ transport networks. We challenge our people to push technical boundaries every day to improve value for our clients and exceed their expectations. We continually invest in professional development, encourage the entrepreneurial spirit of our people and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.