Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship

Introduction

Founded in 1989, Keystone Lintels is an innovative, industry-leading steel lintel manufacturer. We offer a supportive, inclusive culture where ideas are shared freely. Join us for a civil engineering apprenticeship with expert mentoring and great benefits that give you the tools and encouragement to grow your career and thrive.

About the Employer

Keystone Lintels Limited is a leading manufacturer of steel lintels, founded in 1989. The short history of Keystone has been one of relentless expansion and continuous innovation whilst redefining the meaning of service in the lintel industry. Production facilities in Derbyshire, England and Cookstown, Northern Ireland provide an efficient, flexible and ergonomic working environment, which is part of the culture of quality and service at Keystone.

What You'll Do

You will come together with a team of proficient and experienced Engineers to work on industry-defining projects. You will be given the space to grow personally and professionally, building a career that works for you. Our Technical teams are involved in some of the UK’s most high profile, complex and stimulating projects that are diverse and technically demanding. We have an enviable reputation in the delivery of some of the UK’s most prestigious and challenging projects.

Key Responsibilities include:

• To prepare accurate, competitive and detailed technical quotes based on information received from customers.
• Prioritise work appropriately to deliver quotes within set deadline or 5 working days to maintain company’s customer service targets.
• Load assessment on lintels using ‘BS5977-1: Method for assessment of load’ based on Architect’s and Structural Engineer’s drawings.
• Specify standard products, and custom-made items designed specifically for relevant projects.
• Design special production drawings for manufacture using AutoCAD or other Drawing Tool.
• Prepare lintel calculations at the customer’s request to satisfy building control authority.
• Periodic office and site visits to develop customer relationships and to measure up/ solve technical issues.
• Collate information and prepare clear and structured technical reports on findings from site.

Training Outcome

Excellent potential for permanent employment and/or promotion opportunities on the successful completion of this apprenticeship. 

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4 or above
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4 or above
• Essential - 96 UCAS points or equivalent required - Typically 3x A-Level's/Equivalent - Grade A*-C

Course Information

Course: Civil engineer (level 6)

Level: 6

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Degree

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. 8.00am - 4.30pm or 8.30am - 5.00pm.

Expected Duration: 4 Years

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY