Total 27 engineering job vacancies in Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1AB

Your new organisation
Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive worklife balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Your new role
We are looking for Civil Engineering Technician (x2) to join the Highways & Coastal - Project Delivery team on a full-time and permanent basis. This contract is offered on a hybrid basis which is a combination of attending the office, working from home and regular site visits (as and when required). This post is within the Project Delivery Team (Highways & Coastal) responsible for Highway Design, Traffic Management/Regulations, Road Safety, Structures, Flood Risk and Coastal Protection.

As a civil engineering technician, you will provide a full range of technical support functions that are required for the across teams within Infrastructure & Environment directorate. You will be responsible for supporting the initiation, planning and implementation of highway, traffic, flood risk, coastal protection and road safety projects to our agreed high standards and within budget. You will be required to use AutoCAD and / or equivalent software for the production of drawings as required.

This role will report to Senior Engineers and will be required to support the design, delivery and monitoring of highway and coastal projects delivered in accordance with the Council's strategies and policies, to time and budget.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, the ability to use a variety of IT packages to undertake surveys, designs and other technical assessments including AutoCAD, Civils 3D/MX or similar and InfoDrainage is essential. Previous experience of assisting assistant engineers, engineers and senior engineers with the management of resources such as time, financial, contract and project management is essential. Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships is crucial for this role. It is essential that you can provide timely and accurate advice to senior leaders/members/local councillors and the public on all highway, flooding and coastal related matters.

Your application will not be considered if you do not have one of the following:

• ONC/BTEC+ in civil engineering / highways / or related discipline.
• Student or Graduate Engineer Membership of (or working towards) a professional body and 2+ years' experience.
• Equivalent knowledge and experience of working within at least one relevant field (Highways Design/Maintenance, Traffic Management, Road Safety or Parking)

What you'll get in return
When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.
The Council is an equal-opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

My client is an established, leading National Civil Engineering Contractor.

Due to planned growth, they are presently looking to recruit, on a permanent basis a Contracts Manager with a solid background in Marine Civil Engineering Projects.

They have recently been awarded two projects on the Thames totalling £11m that start next year with additional opportunities on the Thames, Erith (circa £30m), Folkestone, Sussex (various locations), and Faversham.

The ideal candidate would need to be familiar with coastal & maritime projects, piling, sea defence.

They company operate throughout the UK and specialise in the following sectors;

• Infrastructure
• Marine Civil Engineering
• Water & Wastewater
• Energy Sector
• Buildings

The ideal candidate would reside between Crawley, South London and Maidstone in order to be able to navigate the region which broadly covers contracts from London into the counties of Surrey, East & West Sussex and Kent.

Duties:

Management of the Project/Site Manager, site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.

Production of monthly reports Liaise with the Senior QS (Quantity Surveyor), Site QS.

Ensure production, review, and monitor the delivery of the project/site health, safety, environment & quality plans.

Develop effective relationships with the clients to maximise the perception & reputation of the business and secure profitable work.

Taking responsibility for a contract at handover from the estimator Plan & monitor resource requirements.

Promote a culture of integration, continuous improvement and use of best practice.

Being the first point of reference for leadership site issues

Civil Engineering experience required:

Strong knowledge of Marine Civil Engineering projects

HSE (Health and Safety Executive) legislation knowledge

Full driving licence

CSCS card Manager

Results Focused

Benefits:

Competitive basic salary

Company car or generous car allowance

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Paid holidays

Training and progression

Senior Instructor (Building Services Engineering)Where you’ll work: This role will be based at our Gravesend Campus, but the nature of the work will require travel to any of the College sites as required.Your hours: This is a full-time, permanent position, working 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday), 52 weeks per annum.Your pay: £25,454 to £28,650 per annum.North Kent College (including Hadlow College) is proudly rated as an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider, with ‘Outstanding’ learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024). With four campuses across Kent and 4,000 students, we strive to equip the young people who study here with an inclusive and innovative education experience to enhance their future career prospects, which, as noted by Ofsted, is supported through our high-quality, industry standard facilities. Each and every staff member plays a key part in delivering the success of our learners’ experience, and we want those who join our curriculum and support teams to share our passion in achieving this.Working within our Building Services Engineering curriculum area, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitability qualified, experienced, and passionate individual to join the team as a Senior Instructor.The postholder will have a teaching responsibility predominantly delivering practical lessons to students in addition to providing technical support for the delivery of Building Services Engineering courses (including Air Con, Electrical, Plumbing and Refrigeration), as well as preparing learning materials for practical sessions and providing assistance to the wider Construction & Engineering department as required.In return, we’ll give you 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and you’ll be enrolled onto the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) which also includes life assurance. You’ll also benefit from free parking and have access to a range of onsite facilities including a nursery, restaurants and coffee shops.For a full job description, and to apply, please visit North Kent College’s staff vacancies page.The closing date for applications is Sunday 8th December 2024.

We are excited to be working with a Global Manufacturer on their next important senior hire. They would like to recruit an experienced Engineering Manager to join their expanding team.

Within this role, you are expected to support the team and company deliver high quality products efficiently and reliably by ensuring the equipment and plant are well maintained.

Role

• Oversee all plant equipment ensuring that Production is running to the maximum efficiency when it comes to safety, performance, efficiency and reliability in line with the set monthly targets
• Ensuring minimum down time of equipment and maintaining maximum efficiency of Production equipment
• Effectively manage a team of up to 20 engineers.
• Manage the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) regime for all Plant and Equipment.
• Support with new installations and technology.
• Ensure the sites meet compliance with all relevant Legislation & Statutory Inspections
• Perform other Production Engineer activities as and when required

Person

• Extensive engineering knowledge and experience
• Strong electrical experience
• FMCG and Manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of plant-based production, control panels and systems
• Ability to manage large teams
• Planning, Project and budget experience.

What's on offer

• Salary up to £80000 p/a - flexible for the right candidate
• Growth opportunities
• Performance and attendance bonus
• Relocation package available for the right candidate

This role is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business with extensive development and growth plans.

If you find this role of interest and would like a confidential chat, please get in touch.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Technical or Engineering copywriting B2B Marketing Manager required to focus on technical copywriting, occasionally writing relevant white papers also with general all around brand management responsibilities.

The experienced Brand Marketing Manager will join a Marketing Team delivering global B2B marketing strategy for including social media channels, multi channel targeted campaigns, promoting international events and author compelling technical content. The ideal candidate will have strong engineering or technical copywriting experience of complex engineering products to B2B customers.

Hybrid role, minimum of two days per week in the office.

Skills

Over five years B2B marketing experience to engineering, technology, or related audiences.

Content creation specialist, authoring and editing.

Understand and communicate technical needs, products and applications.

Complex B2B marketing strategy and campaign management.

Data handling, digital analytics and sales reporting.

Marketing or Business Studies degree similar qualification.

Role

Develop and implement marketing strategy.

Write content including editorials, news stories, white papers, brochures, and gated or download content

Own advertising campaigns across print, digital, collaborations particularly LinkedIn content, monitoring, reporting and post campaign analysis. Also website content using analytics to drive new content creation.

Manage comprehensive communication plans for product life cycles and new product launches.

Track and report marketing performance.

Marketing Manager required to take ownership of an automotive electronics product range branding for the UK and Ireland.

Skills

Marketing experience ideally both in house and agency.

Technical or Engineering background.

Ability to drive engagement and brand awareness.

Responsibilities

Digital campaign design, delivery and management

Technical copy writing.

Budget management

Event banners, engagement and strategy.

Where you’ll work: This role will be based at our Gravesend and Tonbridge campuses.Your hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday), 35 weeks per annum (term time).Your pay: £15,739.70 salary + £2,937.11 holiday pay. Total annual package of £18,676.81.North Kent College (including Hadlow College) is proudly rated as an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider, with ‘Outstanding’ learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024). With four campuses across Kent and 4,000 students, we strive to equip the young people who study here with an inclusive and innovative education experience to enhance their future career prospects, which, as noted by Ofsted, is supported through our high-quality, industry standard facilities. Each and every staff member plays a key part in delivering the success of our learners’ experience, and we want those who join our curriculum and support teams to share our passion in achieving this.Working within our Building Services Engineering curriculum area, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitability qualified, experienced, and passionate individual to join the team as a Technician.The postholder will be responsible for providing technical support for the delivery of Building Services Engineering courses (including Air Con, Electrical, Plumbing and Refrig), as well as preparing learning materials for practical sessions and providing assistance to the wider Construction & Engineering department as required.In return, we have a generous benefits offer - This includes enhanced holiday pay, as well as enrolment onto the Local Government Pension Scheme. You’ll also benefit from free parking and have access to a range of onsite facilities, including a nursery, gym and a restaurant / coffee shop.For a full job description, including a person specification, please see the attached document.The closing date for applications is Tuesday 15th October 2024.

We are excited to be working with a Global Manufacturer on their next important senior hire. They would like to recruit an experienced Engineering Manager to join their expanding team.

Within this role, you are expected to support the team and company deliver high quality products efficiently and reliably by ensuring the equipment and plant are well maintained.

Role

• Oversee all plant equipment ensuring that Production is running to the maximum efficiency when it comes to safety, performance, efficiency and reliability in line with the set monthly targets
• Ensuring minimum down time of equipment and maintaining maximum efficiency of Production equipment
• Effectively manage a team of up to 20 engineers.
• Manage the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) regime for all Plant and Equipment.
• Support with new installations and technology.
• Ensure the sites meet compliance with all relevant Legislation & Statutory Inspections
• Perform other Production Engineer activities as and when required

Person

• Extensive engineering knowledge and experience
• Strong electrical experience
• FMCG and Manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of plant-based production, control panels and systems
• Ability to manage large teams
• Planning, Project and budget experience.

What's on offer

• Salary up to £80000 p/a - flexible for the right candidate
• Growth opportunities
• Performance and attendance bonus
• Relocation package available for the right candidate

This role is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business with extensive development and growth plans.

If you find this role of interest and would like a confidential chat, please get in touch.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Job Title: Engineering Team Leader - Nights
Location: West Bromwich
Type: Full time, Permanent
Monday evening to Saturday morning, 10pm to 6am
Salary: £40,000 per annum (negotiable for the right candidate)
Overtime: 1.5x

The Company:
My client is looking for an Engineering Team Leader to join their team working nights only. The successful Team Leader will be working for a leading FMCG manufacturer in West Bromwich covering safety, quality and output inspections. A successful candidate will be multiskilled and have a good understanding of electrical engineering principles.

Responsibilities will include:
* Create different methods to mitigate health and safety risks.
* Inspect facilities, machinery, and processes to identify ways in which risks can be minimised.
* Remain up to date on any new rules and regulations regarding health and safety in the workplace.
* Minimise downtime through efficient maintenance planning
* Oversee equipment breakdowns and scheduled maintenance
* Establish and implement quality standards
* Monitor workflows, processes, and products.
* Maintain precise documentation of work activities
* Contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives throughout the organisation

Requirements:
Engineering qualifications/Apprenticeship
Team Leader/Supervisor experience

We are considering candidates from all backgrounds. If you meet these requirements and you're interested in this role, please click ''Apply now'' and submit your application!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Title: Engineering Manager - Nights

Location: West Bromwich

Type: Full time, Permanent

Monday to Friday, 10pm to 6am

Salary: from £50,000

Overtime: 1.5x

The Company:

My client is looking for an Engineering Manager to join their team working nights only. The successful Engineering Manager will be working for a leading FMCG manufacturer in West Bromwich.

Responsibilities will include:

- Oversee and manage engineering teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to help team members develop their skills and reach their professional goals.

- Plan, execute, and oversee engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring they align with company goals, are delivered on time, and stay within budget.

- Provide technical direction and support for projects, ensuring that engineering standards and best practices are followed. Review and approve designs, specifications, and engineering solutions.

- Work closely with other departments such as product management, marketing, manufacturing, and quality assurance to ensure seamless integration of engineering projects and responsiveness to client needs.

- Manage resources effectively, including personnel and budget, to optimise productivity and project success.

- Establish performance metrics and conduct regular evaluations of engineering team outputs to ensure high standards of quality and efficiency.

- Encourage a culture of innovation within the team, exploring new technologies, methodologies, and improvements to existing processes.

- Ensure that engineering practices comply with industry regulations, safety standards, and quality assurance protocols.

- Work alongside Maintenance Engineers during difficult breakdowns if necessary.

Requirements:

Engineering Manager experience

FMCG Experience

Lean qualification (preferably)

We are considering candidates from all backgrounds. If you meet these requirements and you're interested in this role, please click ''Apply now'' and submit your application!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Permanent
£45,000 to £48,000 Salary
Monday to Thursdays 8am - 4pm and Fridays 8am - 2pm
Aylesford
25-day holiday plus Bank Holiday
Work Pension

Hays Recruitment are seeking an experienced Engineering Team leader in manufacturing for our client in Kent.

This role is to lead the Engineering Team's activities to maintain and improve the reliability of the process. We are looking for someone who has worked in manufacturing before and has a proven track record.
Outline of key Responsibilities:

• Utilisation of the engineering team to carry out planned, scheduled and unplanned maintenance.
• Support/advise the Engineering Co-ordinator on the final planning of the Engineering Work Schedule.
• Plan engineering work prior to scheduling.
• Agree Maintenance plan with Production Planning.
• Follow the agreed schedule to complete planned engineering work.
• Attend daily production meetings.
• Day to day resource management - holidays/sickness/timekeeping
• Review and ensure company CMMS asset data is maintained.
• Seek out opportunities to improve efficiencies in engineering.
• Support and develop the engineering skills and knowledge within the team.
• Lead the engineering team with 6S / C.I. initiatives.

We are seeking someone who has the ability to work within a team and lead that team on day-to-day duties. Experienced mechanical/electrical engineer working in an operational/ manufacturing/technical environment. NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and BTEC Higher qualified with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience. Able to identify areas of improvement within a team and to coach/ mentor to achieve required results. Demonstrate discretion and ensure confidentiality of system information.Ability to understand engineering based on KPI's, good communication skills, time management skills - ability to plan and execute work within agreed timescales, able to identify priority tasks and adjust own priorities to suit.
If you believe this role is suitable for you or would like to know more about the role then please do not hesitate to contact me.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Civil Engineering Apprentice Technician

Ashford, Kent

Are you ready to start an exciting, varied, and fast-paced career in engineering? Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn in a fascinating industry, and be given development opportunities to help you on your way?

Project Centre, part of Marston Holdings, is a leading design, engineering, and landscape architecture consultancy whose highly talented people are passionate about creating places that are attractive, innovative, sustainable, and safe. Our approach to integrated design produces award winning results that have won significant industry recognition and includes being awarded CIHT's Employer of the Year in 2021.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Civil Engineering Apprentice Technician to join our team based in Ashford to help deliver highways & transportation engineering services.

This entry level role will involve the following tasks:

• To assist in the delivery of a range of Transportation & Highway projects relating to developing drawings and designs (Concept, Preliminary & Detailed Design stages) in accordance with standards & guidelines.
• AutoCAD drawings, site surveys, analysing data and preparing reports.
• To actively pursue on the job and formal training opportunities that complement PCL business needs and your personal development plan (including development with professional institution).
• Be flexible and undertake any duties as and when required to assist in the operations of PCL.
• Adhere to PCL Quality Assurance systems and procedures.
• Satisfy all requirements from the chosen Training course and provider.
• Work towards successful completion of your apprenticeship.
• Comply with Health & Safety legislation and policies.

The role will develop the successful candidate's skills and experience in:

• Design of Highways and Transportation Projects.
• A range of Site Surveys.
• Preparing reports and technical notes.
• AutoCAD (Computer-Aided Design) software drawing production.
• Data analysis and evaluation.
• Professional development with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

What we are looking for:

This position is ideally suited to school leavers at GCSE or A-Level (or equivalent) who can demonstrate the following:

• An enthusiastic and can-do attitude
• Exceptional organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Interest in in Highways and Transportation related projects
• Microsoft Office Package - Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• IT design software skills - AutoCAD.
• Any work experience within the engineering sector

What's in it for you?

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Salary of £22,308
• Full training & development
• Hybrid working - 3 days a week in the office + one day attending university.
• Private healthcare
• Staff benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail shopping, travel, and socialising to health & wellbeing.
• Yearly Professional Membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package NB this is subject to eligibility.

If this sounds like the job for you, please apply....

New starters will be subject to clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and a County Court Judgment check. In addition, the post holder is expected to keep the Company updated if their personal circumstances change.

Marston Holdings are proud members of the 5% Club demonstrating their commitment to Earn and Learn opportunities within the workplace, and Platinum Accredited Investors in People.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Where you’ll work: This role will be based at our Gravesend and Tonbridge campuses.Your hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday), 35 weeks per annum (term time).Your pay: Your pay: £15,739.70 salary + £2,937.70 holiday pay. Total annual package of £18,676.81 (Including the summer pay award).North Kent College (including Hadlow College) is proudly rated as an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider, with ‘Outstanding’ learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024). With four campuses across Kent and 4,000 students, we strive to equip the young people who study here with an inclusive and innovative education experience to enhance their future career prospects, which, as noted by Ofsted, is supported through our high-quality, industry standard facilities. Each and every staff member plays a key part in delivering the success of our learners’ experience, and we want those who join our curriculum and support teams to share our passion in achieving this.Working within our Building Services Engineering curriculum area, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitability qualified, experienced, and passionate individual to join the team as a Technician.The postholder will be responsible for providing technical support for the delivery of Building Services Engineering courses (including Air Con, Electrical, Plumbing and Refrig), as well as preparing learning materials for practical sessions and providing assistance to the wider Construction & Engineering department as required.In return, we have a generous benefits offer - This includes enhanced holiday pay, as well as enrolment onto the Local Government Pension Scheme. You’ll also benefit from free parking and have access to a range of onsite facilities, including a nursery, gym and a restaurant / coffee shop.For a full job description, including a person specification, please see the attached document.The closing date for applications is Wednesday 31st July 2024.North Kent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff have a responsibility to share and maintain this commitment. In line with the requirements of ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, appropriate safeguarding checks (including an enhanced DBS check) will be undertaken on all individuals selected for appointment. Posts at the College, a specified establishment where the work gives opportunity for contact with children, are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to complete and submit prior to their interview a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Further guidance / information from the Ministry of Justice can be found on GOV.UK.

Civil Engineering Apprentice Technician
Kent, Ashford

Are you ready to start an exciting, varied, and fast-paced career in engineering? Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn in a fascinating industry, and be given development opportunities to help you on your way?

Project Centre, part of Marston Holdings, is a leading design, engineering, and landscape architecture consultancy whose highly talented people are passionate about creating places that are attractive, innovative, sustainable, and safe. Our approach to integrated design produces award winning results that have won significant industry recognition and includes being awarded CIHT's Employer of the Year in 2021.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Civil Engineering Apprentice Technician to join our team based in Ashford to help deliver highways & transportation engineering services.
You will be working towards the Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Level 3.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• To assist in the delivery of a range of Transportation & Highway projects relating to developing drawings and designs (Concept, Preliminary & Detailed Design stages) in accordance with standards & guidelines.


• Activities may include AutoCAD drawings, site surveys, analysing data and preparing reports.


• To actively pursue on the job and formal training opportunities that complement PCL business needs and your personal development plan (including development with professional institution).


• Be flexible and undertake any duties as and when required to assist in the operations of PCL.


• Adhere to PCL Quality Assurance systems and procedures.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Satisfy all requirements from the chosen Training course and provider.


• Work towards successful completion of your apprenticeship.


• Comply with Health & Safety legislation and policies.

The role will develop the successful candidate's skills and experience in:

• Design of Highways and Transportation Projects.


• A range of Site Surveys.


• Preparing reports and technical notes.


• AutoCAD (Computer-Aided Design) software drawing production.


• Data analysis and evaluation.


• Professional development with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

What we are looking for:

This position is ideally suited to school leavers at GCSE or A Level (or equivalent) who can demonstrate the following:

• Minimum of GCSE grade 4-9 in Maths and English


• BTEC Level 2 in Engineering is desirable


• Some work experience or shadowing in an engineering environment would be an advantage


• Interest in Highways and Transportation related projects


• Knowledge of software-based engineering and drawing e.g. AutoCAD and other similar 3D software.


• Good understanding and use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel.)


• Commitment to continued education and improvement through on-the-job learning and training


• An enthusiastic and can-do attitude


• Exceptional organisational skills


• Excellent written and verbal skills


• Ability to work to deadlines

What's in it for you?

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays


• Salary of £22,308


• Full training & development


• Full time, office based role


• Gaining a Level 3 Civil Engineering qualification after 36 months of training


• Private healthcare


• Staff benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail shopping, travel, and socialising to health & wellbeing.


• Yearly Professional Membership.


• Cycle to work scheme.


• Enhanced maternity and paternity package NB this is subject to eligibility.

If this sounds like the job for you, please apply....

New starters will be subject to clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and a County Court Judgment check. In addition, the post holder is expected to keep the Company updated if their personal circumstances change.
Marston Holdings are proud members of the 5% Club demonstrating their commitment to Earn and Learn opportunities within the workplace, and Platinum Accredited Investors in People.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Civil Engineering Apprentice Technician

Ashford, Kent

Are you ready to start an exciting, varied, and fast-paced career in engineering? Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn in a fascinating industry, and be given development opportunities to help you on your way?

Project Centre, part of Marston Holdings, is a leading design, engineering, and landscape architecture consultancy whose highly talented people are passionate about creating places that are attractive, innovative, sustainable, and safe. Our approach to integrated design produces award winning results that have won significant industry recognition and includes being awarded CIHT's Employer of the Year in 2021.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Civil Engineering Apprentice Technician to join our team based in Ashford to help deliver highways & transportation engineering services.

This entry level role will involve the following tasks:

• To assist in the delivery of a range of Transportation & Highway projects relating to developing drawings and designs (Concept, Preliminary & Detailed Design stages) in accordance with standards & guidelines.
• AutoCAD drawings, site surveys, analysing data and preparing reports.
• To actively pursue on the job and formal training opportunities that complement PCL business needs and your personal development plan (including development with professional institution).
• Be flexible and undertake any duties as and when required to assist in the operations of PCL.
• Adhere to PCL Quality Assurance systems and procedures.
• Satisfy all requirements from the chosen Training course and provider.
• Work towards successful completion of your apprenticeship.
• Comply with Health & Safety legislation and policies.

The role will develop the successful candidate's skills and experience in:

• Design of Highways and Transportation Projects.
• A range of Site Surveys.
• Preparing reports and technical notes.
• AutoCAD (Computer-Aided Design) software drawing production.
• Data analysis and evaluation.
• Professional development with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

What we are looking for:

This position is ideally suited to school leavers at GCSE or A-Level (or equivalent) who can demonstrate the following:

• An enthusiastic and can-do attitude
• Exceptional organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Interest in in Highways and Transportation related projects
• Microsoft Office Package - Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• IT design software skills - AutoCAD.
• Any work experience within the engineering sector

What's in it for you?

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Salary of £22,308
• Full training & development
• Hybrid working - 3 days a week in the office + one day attending university.
• Private healthcare
• Staff benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail shopping, travel, and socialising to health & wellbeing.
• Yearly Professional Membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package NB this is subject to eligibility.

If this sounds like the job for you, please apply....

New starters will be subject to clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and a County Court Judgment check. In addition, the post holder is expected to keep the Company updated if their personal circumstances change.

Marston Holdings are proud members of the 5% Club demonstrating their commitment to Earn and Learn opportunities within the workplace, and Platinum Accredited Investors in People.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.