Civil Engineering Technician

Our client based just outside Bolton in Greater Manchester are looking for a Trainee Civil Technician. The Trainee Civil Technician will join a small office of 8 friendly people, but part of a company with over 60 staff across 3 offices. Being a large consultancy offering a range of services there is a lot of potential for progression in this role and the company will reward the most successful individual with future development in the industry.The Trainee Civil Technician will be working for a company that design roads and sewers together with Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies, for a number of residential developers across the north of England, working on a range of drainage projects using AutoCAD package so experience with this is essential. It is envisaged that the Trainee Civil Engineering Technician will either hold a HNC in a Civil Engineering or a construction field or have 1- or 2-years’ experience working within AutoCAD in a similar design role.Trainee Civil Technician Position OverviewDesign of roads and sewersCompiling Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategiesWorking beside residential developers across the north of EnglandPrepare Drainage drawings using AutoCADWork closely with the design teamsProvide technical support to the project engineers.Attend site and client meetingsTraining and Professional DevelopmentTrainee Civil Technician Position RequirementsIdeally a T-Level, HND or HNC within a Construction or Civil EngineeringExperience with the use of AutoCADExcellent communicator with ability to answer technical queries from Clients and ContractorsStrong inter-personal skills and the ability to be confident and pro-active in liaising with clientsStrong attention to detailAn enthusiastic approach to professional work and a ‘can-do’ attitudeWillingness to learn and an outgoing, friendly attitude are the most important aspects.Live commutable distance to Bolton areaTrainee Civil Technician Position RemunerationCompetitive Salary with good scope for advancementHoliday 21 + 10 bank holidays.Flexible working –options around home/office working after probationFree ParkingWorking hours 9am till 5.30Positive work-life balance with a strong team ethicTraining and Professional Development opportunities encourage all staff to continue learning and building knowledge through external training / CPD.