Apprentice Technician, Leeds (Vacancy Number 00009)

Perega (formerly Thomasons Limited); Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil and structural design is seeking an enthusiastic apprentice to join their Leeds office. The role involves assisting with design tasks, developing technical skills, and contributing to team projects. Candidates should have A Levels in relevant subjects and a proactive approach to learning. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to start their career in engineering within a supportive environment that values collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have A Levels in Maths, English, and Science.
• Proactive approach and commitment to improvement are essential.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with civil and structural design work under supervision.
• Execute tasks as directed by senior staff and ensure quality.
• Liaise effectively with design team members.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Proactive approach to work

Commitment to continual improvement

Sound understanding of Maths

Good written and verbal communication skills

Education

A Level in Maths

A Level in English

A Level in Science

A Level in Physics and/or BTEC Engineering

Tools

Computer design software packages

Job description

We are looking for a bright, enthusiastic and driven apprentice who is keen to learn. You will be responsible for assisting others with civil and structural design work on tasks under supervision to ensure the tasks are delivered as briefed. This includes communicating with colleagues in the delivery of tasks. As part of this role you will have a commitment to self-development and the improvement of your technical skills and knowledge.

Candidates must reflect Perega’s values of being collaborative, forward thinking, passionate, approachable and enriching our community.

Responsibilities of the role

• Execute work as directed by senior staff
• Assist with the production of technical design information including drawings and calculations
• Produce designs, and calculations in accordance with quality procedures
• Liaising effectively design team members
• Complying with company policies
• Adopting ‘best practice’
• Able to work within programme constraints
• Coordinate design to the brief.
• Produces and/or amends information in accordance with the Project SMP (standard method and procedure). Ensures graphical models are spatially coordinated (clash avoidance); escalates any issues to the Information Manager.
• Responsible for content creation and ongoing ownership of the content.
• Responsible for output production.
• Submits information for approval in accordance with the Task Information Delivery Plan (TIDP).
• Ensures all elements of the Information Model are fully coordinated
• Develop the Task Information Delivery Plan (TIDP)

Key Skills

• Appropriate A Level in Maths, English and Science
• Sound understanding of Maths
• Good interpersonal skills
• Proactive approach to work
• Commitment to continual improvement at a personal and company level
• Ability to work within the ISO 19650 environment and associated processes
• A level in Physics and/or BTEC Engineering
• Knowledge of design software and its limitations

Technical

• Able to use computer design software packages

Judgement and decision making

• Able to understand engineering concepts

Communication

• Good written and verbal communication skills

Relationship building

• Work effectively within and across teams and project groups

Perega put people first. Our team and clients are at the heart of everything we do. We’re team players, and together we collaborate to find solutions. Because they love what we do, our people are always thinking, and are open to new ideas and innovation that will help to make our projects more successful.

Our Leeds office is a friendly and comfortable space, easily accessible by car or public transport.

Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

As an equal opportunities employer, Perega is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Perega.