Trainee Site Technician (AWDO-P15256)

AWD online; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus scheme

Uplifted employer pension contribution

DBS Check

Job summary

AWD online is seeking a Trainee Site Technician to learn practical hands-on skills across UK structures and sites. You will assist with structural investigation, testing and surveying, gathering accurate data, and supporting reporting under experienced supervision.

Based in Leigh, Greater Manchester, the role involves on-site work, travel nationwide and occasional nights/weekends. A full UK driving licence, strong English, Maths and IT skills, and a proactive, reliable attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English, Maths and IT is essential.
• IT proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and flexibility with timekeeping.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work occasional evenings/nights.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural investigation, testing and surveying under supervision.
• Log site data and take clear, accurate notes.
• Support data analysis and reporting.
• Operate test and survey equipment with safety compliance.
• Contribute to high-quality work meeting client needs.

Skills

English proficiency

Maths proficiency

IT proficiency

Attention to detail

Flexible timekeeping

Punctuality & reliability

Willingness to travel

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Construction or Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

A hands-on training opportunity for a motivated, detail-focused person keen to build a technical career, supporting structural investigations, testing and surveying across varied UK sites. Strong English, Maths and IT skills, a full UK driving licence and travel flexibility are essential.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Trainee Engineering Technician, Trainee Test Technician, Engineering Technician, Test Technician, Site Technician, Field Technician, Survey Technician, Construction Technician

Benefits include 33 days’ holiday including bank holidays, private health insurance, group life assurance and group income protection.

SALARY: £26,500 to £30,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Benefits

LOCATION: Leigh, Greater Manchester, North West England

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Minimum 40 hours per week, typically 08:00 to 16:30; additional hours, nights, weekends, overnight stays and nationwide travel are required as work demands, including at short notice

JOB OVERVIEW

An excellent opportunity to build practical technical skills across UK structures and sites, combining hands-on and office-based learning alongside experienced colleagues.

The Trainee Site Technician will support senior staff with structural investigation, testing and surveying, contributing accurate site data and client-focused work.

Across varied structures, the Trainee Site Technician will use test and survey equipment and support data analysis and reporting.

With internal and external training, the Trainee Site Technician will build knowledge while working safely in areas that can include high-level, confined-space, highway, rail and waterside environments.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Trainee Site Technician include:

• Team Support: Work collaboratively and assist experienced colleagues on site and with related office-based tasks
• Structural Investigation and Testing: Assist with structural investigation, testing and surveying under instruction from experienced staff
• Site Data and Notes: Log site data and take clear, accurate notes to a high standard
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Assist with analysing data and generating reports
• Equipment and Tools: Use test and survey equipment including Ferroscan, covermeter, PUNDIT, Schmidt Hammer and GPR, plus power tools including diamond core drills and breaker drills
• Quality of Work: Produce high-quality work that supports professional standards and client needs
• Health and Safety Compliance: Follow company health, safety, policy and procedure requirements

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Proficiency in English, Maths and IT
• IT proficiency including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Great attention to detail
• A flexible approach to timekeeping when completing jobs
• A full and valid UK driving licence
• A committed work ethic with a willingness to learn and help
• A punctual, committed, reliable and focused approach
• Willingness to work away from home and/or drive nationwide, including additional hours, evenings, weekends and nights, sometimes at short notice

DESIRABLE

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Site experience using site tools or equipment
• An understanding of building fabrics including concrete, steel and masonry
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or equivalent) in a Construction or Engineering subject

BENEFITS

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Uplifted employer pension contributions
• This role requires a DBS Check

JOB REF: AWDO-P15256