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• Do you have an interest in Civil Engineering?
• Are you looking to gain vital work experience as an Apprentice?
• Do you want to receive full support and mentorship through the process?

If you answered yes, we want to hear from you.

About the Role:

There has never been more exciting time to join the Traffic and Engineering team. We have taken on two long term capital programmes and additional programmes in the Nine Elms area. This has created the opportunity for two Apprentices to join our supportive, hardworking and dynamic team.

The team is responsible for the design, management and delivery of engineering services and projects which include traffic management, highways, highways asset management, street lighting, drainage and flood prevention and cycling.

About the Apprenticeship:

Our Apprenticeship scheme provides a perfect way to earn a wage while you gain vital work experience and a nationally recognised qualification. You will be working towards a Civil Engineering Technician Level 3 qualification alongside Functional Skills if required.

You will be fully supported and mentored through your apprenticeship and be given protected time to complete your course work. The scheme is designed for individuals who are living and entitled to work in England and are not in full-time education. When you’ve finished, we’ll help you to find a permanent role.

You will:

• Assist with feasibility studies, site surveys and site investigations.
• Work as required in ways that develop good working relations and collaborative arrangements with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify solutions to minor problems and make recommendations to Senior Engineers.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the services of the Boroughs of Wandsworth and Richmond.

For more information please find attached to the bottom of this advert a full job description and person specification. We look forward to receiving your application.

Interested in finding out more?

For an informal discussion about the role please feel free to contact David Akanwo on 020 8831 6451or email David.Akanwo@RichmondandWandsworth.gov.uk

Please note that if you are successful in being shortlisted you will be contacted via the details supplied on your CV.

How to apply?

Please register, submit your CV and a covering note. If you are having difficulty in applying online, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0208 871 8825 or recruitment@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk to see if we can offer alternative arrangements for you to apply.

Indicative Recruitment Timeline:

Closing Date:  Sunday 15^th December 2019

Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 17^th December 2019

Interview Date: Monday 23^rd December 2019

Useful Information:

Please note that these dates are only indicative at this stage and could be subject to change.

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Equality Statement:

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

Important Information:

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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