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16 June 2026

Apprentice Civil Engineering Technician - Aarsleff Ground Engineering Ltd

Kick-start your career in civil engineering with a hands-on apprenticeship combining real project experience and a Level 4 qualification. Gain skills in design, CAD, and site work while learning from experienced professionals, contributing to live projects, and building a strong foundation for long-term career progression.

What Will the Apprentice Be Doing?

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What You’ll Do at Work

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

  • Assist with the design and development of civil engineering projects, including infrastructure, drainage, highways and structures

  • Produce and amend technical drawings, plans and specifications using CAD software

  • Support site surveys, inspections and data collection activities

  • Assist in interpreting engineering drawings, data and technical documentation

  • Contribute to project planning, reporting and progress tracking

  • Support compliance with health, safety and environmental standards

  • Work collaboratively with internal teams, contractors and external stakeholders

  • Maintain accurate project records and documentation

  • Provide general technical and administrative support to the engineering team

What Training Will the Apprentice Take and What Qualification Will the Apprentice Get at the End?

  • The Apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in Civil Engineering Senior Technician L4

  • The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course

  • This is a Day Release programme, which means you will attend Lincoln College, 1 day per week, term time only. This will fall within your contracted working hours

What is the Expected Career Progression After this Apprenticeship?

After completing the apprenticeship, you can progress to a Junior Civil Engineering Technician role, gain professional recognition (EngTech), and in time move into more senior positions such as Design Engineer, project roles, or further study towards chartered status.

Desired Skills and Personal Qualities

  • Communication skills

  • IT skills

  • Attention to detail

  • Organisation skills

  • Problem solving skills

  • Analytical skills

  • Logical

  • Team working

  • Initiative

  • Patience

Qualifications
GCSE in:

  • 1 Further Subject (grade A*/9 – C/4)

  • English and Maths (grade A*/9 – C/4)

  • Science (grade A*/9 – C/4)

A Level OR Level 3 qualification in:

  • STEM Related Subject (grade A*/9 – C/4)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

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Vacancy Details

  • Reference

    VAC2000034540

  • Employer

    Aarsleff Ground Engineering Ltd

  • Location

    NG24 3BU

  • Hours

    Monday – Friday, 08:00am – 17:00pm with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break.

  • Salary

    £16,640 to £26,436.80, depending on your age National Minimum Wage

  • Qualification

    Civil Engineering Senior Technician Level 4

  • Closing date

    16 June 2026

  • Start date

    07 September 2026

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