Civil engineering technician apprentice with a global consulting engineering company
ROBERT BIRD & PARTNERS LTD , Brookfields, Birmingham
Civil engineering technician apprentice with a global consulting engineering company
£28,860 a year
ROBERT BIRD & PARTNERS LTD , Brookfields, Birmingham
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 2 days ago, 19 Aug | Get your application in today.
Closing date: 28-08-2026 (In 7 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Brookfields, Birmingham
Full Job Description
Introduction
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated enthusiastic individual looking to start a career in engineering while gaining hands-on experience. Working alongside experienced engineers and technicians at our London/Birmingham office you will learn how engineering solutions are developed, modelled and delivered.
About the Employer
Robert Bird Group is a consulting engineering firm delivering innovative, sustainable and buildable solutions across structural, civil, geotechnical, construction engineering and Virtual Design & Construction (VDC). Established in 1982, we now have offices in Australia, the UK, Asia, the Middle East and North America. We combine the agility and focus of a specialist consultancy with the resources of a global organisation allowing us to deliver projects of any scale and complexity.
What You'll Do
- Support civil engineering projects by creating and modifying engineering drawings, documents and specifications
- Assist with engineering calculations, technical sketches, plans and reports
- Collect, analyse and interpret engineering data to support design development
- Support the use of digital engineering software and tools including CAD, BIM and Revit
- Assist engineers and technicians with project design and delivery activities
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, engineering standards and environmental requirements
- Support the implementation of health and safety procedures and site safety requirements
- Assist in identifying risks and developing solutions to engineering challenges
- Communicate effectively with project teams, clients and stakeholders
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Maintain accurate project records and documentation
- Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and professional behaviours in the workplace
Training Outcome
A long-term career with a global business with the possibility to progress onto a higher apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Physical fitness
- Ability to Drive
- Work from more than 1 location
- Interest in Engineering Design
- Interest in BIM, CAD & Digital
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - 3 other - 4 or above
- Essential - GCSE - English - 4 or above
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4 or above
- Essential - BTEC - National Diploma PPP - pass
Course Information
Course: Civil engineering technician (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Construction and the built environment
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday- Friday 9:00am– 5:30pm Includes paid time spent attending college and apprenticeship training.
Expected Duration: 3 Years
Training Provider: SOLIHULL COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY CENTRE