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Apprenticeship

Civil engineering technician

Level
3
Advanced Β· like A-levels
Length
3 yrs
typical
Sector
Construction and the built environment
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Providing technical support to engineers and other construction professionals.

What you'd do

Assist with topographic and site investigation surveys
Produce engineering drawings and update as-built records
Support site engineers during civil construction activities
Carry out materials testing including soil and concrete samples
Maintain site records, diaries and progress reports
Undertake CAD modelling and drawing revisions
Liaise with contractors on technical queries during construction

What you'd learn

Fundamentals of civil engineering including structures and drainage
Site surveying and measurement techniques
Reading and producing civil engineering drawings
Materials testing and quality assurance on site
Health and safety on civil engineering projects
Use of computer-aided design and engineering software
Environmental awareness in construction and civil engineering
Ready to look for a place?
See live Civil engineering technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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