About the Company – At Fairhurst, our people are the driving force behind our success. We take pride in the opportunities and environment we create for top talent to thrive and leave a positive impact in our communities and society.

Fairhurst is one of the largest privately owned Partnerships of Consulting Engineers in the UK. Our primary business is the provision of Civil and Structural engineering consultancy services, supplemented through specialist Divisions, including Planning and Development, Geotechnical and Environmental, Traffic and Transportation, Ports and Harbours, and Water Services. This multi-disciplinary service approach provides a ‘one stop shop’ to Clients in the development and construction sectors.

 About the Role – You will be based in the Inverness office. As a civil engineering apprentice technician in Fairhurst you will work with a team of engineers and other professionals in the engineering consulting industry and will be involved in the drawing, development and design of a wide range of civil engineering works. This will typically include New Build and Alterations to a variety Commercial and Public Buildings, Single Build Architect designed Houses, and also include drainage design and details.

The Modern Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering will run over a three year period during which time you will undertake a supervised programme of training and college day release which can lead to Technician (EngTech) Membership of the Institution of Civil Engineer (ICE).

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a civil engineering graduate apprentice you will be working in a team of engineers and technicians supporting the delivery of design work associated with our major projects. Duties may include:

    • attend off-site training programme leading to a recognised qualification
    • assisting a team of engineers and technicians with the production of engineering  drawings
    • production of 2D drawings using computer software
    • production of Autocad Models of our schemes
    • preparation and checking of simple engineering calculations
    • initial checking of own work
    • contributing to providing solutions to design problems
    • meeting agreed deadlines
    • attend and participate in company activities, presentations and workshops
    • keeping your training log up to date and attending training/Continuous Professional Development  where appropriate
    • supporting the administration of projects.

You will be assigned a mentor within your team who you will work and liaise closely with you in your day-to-day work

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

You should be studying towards or have achieved:

    • a National 5 level grade C and above Mathematics (for entry to a 2 Year day release NC Civil Engineering course), or one pass at Higher Level C or above in Mathematics or Physics and a pass at National 5 Mathematics (for entry to a 2 Year day release HNC Civil Engineering course).
    • One pass at National 5 level Craft Design for Manufacture, Design for Manufacture, Graphic Design, Art or similar would also be beneficial but not essential
    • One pass at National 5 level English is also recommended.

To be a civil engineering technician you should have:

    • desire to work in an engineering office environment
    • willingness to achieve professional qualification e.g. EngTech
    • good numerical/mathematics skills
    • good literacy
    • good computing skills
    • ability to manage your own time and prioritise at busy times
    • adaptability
    • an interest in using computers for design work, calculations, and testing designs
    • ability to produce neat and accurate technical drawings
    • ability to think in a methodical way to design, plan and organise projects
    • a temperament that means you work well with other people
    • excellent communication skills within a team and externally
    • ability to present and explain the thought processes behind your own design work.

You should be able to demonstrate that you are:

    • enthusiastic
    • willing to learn
    • punctual
    • reliable
    • committed
    • self-motivated

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

    • Competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package
    • ICE approved training with a pathway to chartered membership of the ICE or other professional engineering body (eg IStructE)
    • Contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance
    • Interest-free travel loan scheme
    • 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays)
    • Annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme
    • Bonus Schemes including loyalty bonus and qualifications award
    • Additional benefits may vary between offices

You can learn more about our staff benefits here. 

 ETHOS

We, at Fairhurst, know that progress within the industry is all about people. That’s why we’re working together to build a better, more inclusive and diverse future for engineers and the engineering industry.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is respectful, fair and inclusive for all employees. We recognise the value of different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed.

To apply for this position, send your CV to recruitment@fairhurst.co.uk stating the position and office for which you are applying.