Construction Assistant Technician

Dorset Council UK; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Dorchester is seeking an assistant technician to support the Construction Delivery team. This apprenticeship role involves site visits, preparing estimates, and collaborating on highway construction projects. Candidates should have a minimum of level 2 English and Maths. The position offers a salary between £25,183 - £26,409 and includes opportunities for extensive training and development.

Benefits

The Local Government Pension Scheme

5-6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to a works vehicle

Extensive training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proactive, self-motivated individual interested in Highway Construction and Maintenance.
• Able to demonstrate excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Prepared to obtain a driving license within a reasonable period after appointment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Construction Delivery team with site visits and office work.
• Prepare accurate and timely estimates for construction projects.
• Aid in the development of construction phase plans.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactivity

Education

Minimum level 2 English and Maths grade 9-4 (A*-C)

Job description

Who are We?

Dorset Highways carry’s out Dorset Council’s responsibilities as a highway authority for Dorset’s network. The service manages over 2,400 miles of carriageway. We are responsible for everything associated with the highway assets such as bridges & structures, cycleways, footways, drainage, and road signs & markings.

About The Role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an assistant technician to join our busy Highways team. You will be supporting the Construction Delivery team working alongside the estimators and construction managers. This will involve site visits and office-based work, meeting potential clients, and preparing accurate and timely estimates for construction projects, aiding in the development of construction phase plans, supporting with the management of highway construction projects across Dorset.

This is a level 3 apprentice position with day release to a local training provider alongside your day-to-day duties. It is a 27-month fixed term position which could lead to a future full time post.

Who are you?

You are a proactive, self-motivated individual interested in working within our fast-paced office environment and interested in a career in Highway Construction and Maintenance. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent attention to detail and communications skills who can work collaboratively within the team.

What can we offer?

There are many benefits in working for Dorset Council including:

• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• 5-6 weeks annual leave (dependant on years’ service) plus bank holidays,
• Access to a works vehicle for works purposes only,
• Extensive training opportunities. The successful candidate will complete a construction support technician apprenticeship level 3 through a local training provider.
• CITB Health Safety and Awareness training.
  
  

Entry Requirements

Minimum level 2 English and Maths grade 9-4 (A*-C)and prepared to undertake the study requirements dictated by the college or university.

This role will involve the requirement to travel on an irregular basis. The successful candidate will be expected to obtain a driving licence, if not already held, within a reasonable period after appointment.

A suitable vehicle will be provided for site visits from the nearest Highways depot.

Salary ranges from £25,183 - £26,409 initially with further development opportunities.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and communities and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences, and abilities.