Trainee Technician (8202)

Norfolk County Council; Norwich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority offers an apprenticeship program in highways aimed at individuals ready to develop their civil engineering career. Successful candidates will engage in hands-on training while pursuing a Level 3 qualification. Adaptability, teamwork, and a proactive attitude are key to succeed in this role, with valuable benefits such as health services and a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services, including physiotherapy and counselling

Flexibility options such as flexi-time, part-time, remote, and hybrid

Employee discounts through Norfolk Rewards

Car lease schemes for eco-friendly vehicles

Referral bonuses for successful candidate recommendations

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and IT literacy essential.
• Numerate, literate, and good judgment skills needed.
• Ability to write training reports and maintain a Personal Development Plan.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Highway Apprenticeship Technician programme with rotations.
• Engage in further education through a Level 3 Civil Engineering course.
• Travel to various locations as required for training.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Education

5 GCSEs at grades A*-C (including English, Science, Maths)

Job description

Highways Apprentice Technician (8202) | Permanent Contract | 37 Hours per Week | Salary: £24,790 to £27,269 per annum (Grade D/E) | Norwich

Applications are invited from individuals interested in joining the Norfolk County Council Highway Apprenticeship Technician programme.

We seek keen, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individuals to work within the Highways teams. The training programme involves rotation across different teams and environments, so adaptability and a positive attitude towards change are essential.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate good communication skills, be IT literate, eager to learn, and develop within a supportive civil engineering and local government environment. Flexibility and teamwork are crucial, as placements will vary to maximize learning. Additionally, you should be numerate, literate, a good problem solver, detail-oriented, and possess good judgment skills.

Part of the programme includes further education, with a start planned for September 2025. The apprenticeship in Civil Engineering is a Level 3 course, typically delivered via day release at City College Norwich, with the goal of achieving the professional qualification of an Engineering Technician (Eng. Tech). The course duration is normally 3 years, with an additional year for the professional qualification.

Applicants must have access to the course and possess at least 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C (9-4), including:

• English
• Science
• Maths (grades A*-B or 6-9)

To succeed, you should be proactive in self-development, capable of writing training reports, and maintaining your Personal Development Plan. An interest in highways and engineering, enthusiasm, and motivation are essential. The role requires the ability to travel to locations not accessible by public transport.

For more information or informal discussion, contact Kevin Townly, Asset, Programmes & Funding Manager, at [e-mail].

Benefits of working for Norfolk County Council include:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services, including physiotherapy and counselling
• Flexible working options such as flexi-time, part-time, remote, and hybrid working
• Employee discounts through Norfolk Rewards
• A Blue Light Card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
• Relocation expenses (if applicable)
• Travel expense advances
• Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions
• Tax-efficient benefits, including pension top-ups and bike schemes
• Car lease schemes for eco-friendly vehicles
• Referral bonuses for successful candidate recommendations

We recommend reviewing the full job description and person specification before applying. Existing Norfolk County Council employees can apply through myOracle using their @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email addresses.

Note: Priority consideration may be given to current employees at risk due to restructuring or in redeployment.

Closing dates:

• Redeployment: Monday 9 June 2025 at 23:59
• Other applicants: Monday 16 June 2025 at 23:59

About Norfolk

Norfolk boasts miles of coastline, the unique Broads, vibrant market towns, and a city rich in cultural heritage. The county's economy is thriving, driven by innovation in sectors like energy and food, with ambitious plans for housing and educational infrastructure. It is a great place to live, work, and visit, offering an excellent environment for businesses to start and grow.

As the main local authority for Norfolk, we serve over 850,000 residents, working with elected Members and partners to deliver high-quality services and promote efficiency and innovation.