Materials Technician Apprentice (Level 3) - Geotechnical Engineering Ltd

Tiro
Kidderminster
5 days ago
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Description

Location:Centurion House, Olympus Park, Quedgeley, Gloucester, GL2 4NF
 
Working for Geotechnical Engineering Ltd
 
Established in 1961, we are the UK’s largest, privately owned, independent, ground investigation contractor, providing quality geotechnical and geo-environmental data throughout the UK. We deliver an extensive range of ground investigation services for the purpose of informing on the physical and engineering properties of the ground (soil & rock), and any potential contamination issues. Our offering is complemented by a dedicated surveying team that provide utility tracing and detection services and our in-house, accredited soil and rock testing laboratory.

Our investment in research & development and our innovative approach to rig and plant development and use of information technologies differentiates us from our competition. We welcome the prospect to engage with you at the earliest opportunity to advise and assist in the site investigation planning and provide a cost-effective approach. We pride ourselves on our delivery of robust, quality data to help mitigate the ground risks associated with your project.

We are now looking for a Site Technician Apprentice (Level 3) to join our Engineering team! 
 

The Package
  • Starting salary: £20,500 per annum (raising to National Minimum Wage after 12 months if aged 18+)
  • Working hours: 45 hours per week, core working hours are 8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday 
  • Paid overtime available 
  • 20 days annual leave + bank holidays 
  • Business closure at Christmas 
  • Regular training & CPD opportunities 


What will I be doing as an apprentice?

As a Site Technician Apprentice with Geotechnical Engineering Ltd, you’ll get paid to explore the outdoors! This hands-on role takes you across the UK where you’ll be testing water, gas and soil at different sites – like old industrial land, roads, railways and airports. 

Your day-to-day tasks will include:
  • Technically challenging monitoring work across the UK, including (but not restricted to): 
    - Water sampling and purging 
    - Gas and groundwater Monitoring 
    - Gas sampling 
    - Installing and maintaining Data Collection Instrumentation 
    - Using Global Positioning Systems 
    - Undertake in-situ Site Investigational techniques 
  • Work on brownfield and greenfield sites, contaminated land, roads, railways and airports, utility sites; variation of large long-term projects and small short-term projects both locally and nationally 
  • Occasional nightshift working (dependent on demand)  
This apprenticeship offers an exciting step into a long-term career within Earth Sciences! Full training is provided – just bring your curiosity and a willingness to get stuck in!


What could the future look like?
  
There’s no limit to what you can achieve while working with Geotechnical Engineering Ltd. Their team is at the heart of what they do, and they are looking for someone who wants to play a key part in that long term. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position with the business at the end of your apprenticeship. 

Through practical ‘on-the-job’ training you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills to provide competency and responsibility in carrying out testing and to help develop your career. You can look forward to a range of potential career paths in industries such as construction, engineering, aerospace, automotive or research and development. There is a growing demand for skilled professionals who can ensure the quality and reliability of materials used in various sectors! 

This apprenticeship program serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in materials science, with the added opportunity to become a registered Technician (RSci Tech) and paves the way for further educational and professional development such as our Level 6 Bachelor of Science (BSc) Applied Materials Science Apprenticeship. This enables you to take on more specialised roles or progress into leadership positions. 


Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Qualifications
It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!
 
Experience
Whilst previous experience is great, we’re also looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at Geotechnical Engineering Ltd.
 
About you

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for laboratory work environmental testing. The ideal candidate will have:
  • A keen interest in laboratory work and geo-environmental materials testing, with an inquisitive mind and a passion for learning! 
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy is crucial in this role, to ensure you ascertain high-quality data and results.
  • A responsible and professional approach to working, with an understanding of the importance of health & safety and procedures.
  • You’ll have the ability to multi-task and manage multiple demands and deadlines effectively and be confident working under pressure in a fast paced environment! 
  • A flexible and adaptable approach, as you’ll be travelling around the UK to visit sites, sometimes on short notice! 
  • Fantastic communication skills with clients and team members of all levels. 
Please note, because of the site-based nature of this position, you must be aged 18+, living within 45 minutes to site and hold a valid UK Driving License. You must also be comfortable with occasional heavy lifting and working in all weather conditions.
 
Even if this doesn’t soundquitelike you, but you still think you could do a great job in the role,get in touch. We’re always open to hearing from you!   


So how does the apprenticeship work?

At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can’t wait to have you on board.

Over 21 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Geotechnical Engineering Ltd who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career.

Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment.

The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme!

Want to know more. Check out the apprenticeship standardshere.
Eligibility 

There are some minimum requirements you’ll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government. 
 
You’ll need to be 18 or over, not in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK. 
 
If you don’t quite meet these minimum requirements yet, let us know you’re interestedhereand we’ll get in touch to discuss this further with you. 
We're Tiro (pronounced ‘Tea-ro’ as in white, two sugars).
In Latin, it means novice, recruit, apprentice, beginner and soldier. The perfect name for a company that’s been helping fearless apprentices to join ambitious businesses since 2005.

We believe that great apprenticeships help everyone. There are remarkable apprentices out there just waiting to be found, and fantastic employment opportunities waiting to be filled.

Our work will never be just about getting bums on seats and pocketing our commission. In our own small way, we’re helping to change the world – finding people that are working on COVID vaccines, finding new ways for technology to help humanity and helping to tackle the big issues of the day, like climate change. As well as helping people – young and old – to find their way.

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