Trainee Architectural Technician

Bloor Homes; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing developer in Swadlincote is seeking a Trainee Architectural Technician. This role offers comprehensive training and the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals. Responsibilities include producing layouts with AutoCAD and amending working drawings. Candidates must have at least 5 GCSEs including maths and English, and be IT literate. The position comes with competitive benefits including a pension scheme and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

33 days holiday entitlement

Scottish Widows Pension Scheme

Group Staff Discount at Triumph Motorcycles ltd.

Competitive discount on homes

Qualifications

• Computer literate with experience in using various IT packages.
• Ability to create and modify layouts using AutoCAD.
• Minimum 5 GCSEs including maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Produce and modify basic layouts using AutoCAD.
• Amend house type working drawings for regional teams.
• Attend meetings as required.

Skills

Computer / IT literate

Ability to use AutoCAD

Education

5 GCSE Grade 4 or above including maths and English

Educated to A Level standard or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Job description

Closing Date: 2025-10-30
Location: Swadlincote
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent - Full Time

Start your career with us as a Trainee Architectural Technician and it’ll be the start of something great. We’ll show you the ropes with high-quality training and support, giving you the opportunity to get stuck in and show us what you’re made of from day one. With your commitment and drive to succeed, our team of experienced professionals will work with you to build the vital skills you need, whilst supporting you as you study.

We are recruiting for a Trainee Architectural Technician to join the Technical Department in Head Office, based in Measham, Swadlincote. A career in Architecture and Design with Bloor Homes will be the start of something big. Surrounded by a team of experienced and caring professionals across Design, Technical and Planning, you’ll have the chance to demonstrate your ability whilst learning from the best.

MAIN DUTIES

• Producing, creating and modifying basic layouts using AutoCad.
• Amending house type working drawings for one of our regional teams.
• Producing presentation layouts and planning application packs.
• Attending meetings that may be required in the performance of your duties.
• Complying with and upholding company policies and procedures.

Essential Skills / Attributes

• Computer / IT literate with capability to use excel, Word and database packages.
• Ability to use AutoCAD.
• 5 GCSE Grade 4 or above, including maths and English (or equivalent).
• Educated to A Level standard or equivalent.

Company Benefits

• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• 33 days holiday entitlement (including bank holidays)
• Group Staff Discount at Triumph Motorcycles ltd.
• Competitive discount on our homes (dependent upon the property and location).

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