Civil Engineering Apprentice - Higher / Advanced
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Company: Devon County Council
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Location: Devon, EX2 7NL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £24,796.00 per year
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000026660
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Application Deadline Date: 31/05/2026
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Start Date: 01/08/2026
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Positions Available: 5
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Working Week: Full-time, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, flexible working options available.
Brief Description
This role is to fulfil the duties required to be undertaken as a Advanced or Higher Level Apprentice (Civil Engineer) and to support the work of a wider Civil Engineering team. The post holder will demonstrate the drive and initiative to work in an independent and flexible manner, with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Training to be Provided
Civil Engineering Technician Level 3.
Training will take place with Exeter College, where you will be based at the Future Skills Centre. Training typically takes place once a week.
Future Prospects
Devon County Council has a great retention rate for apprentices. The successful candidates will be able to apply for permanent roles within the Council after their training.
Vacancy Detail
- Assist with the design, implementation and maintenance of highway and bridge-related schemes and other engineering projects, including the preparation of contract drawings and bills of quantities, under supervision
- Assist with the preparation of reports, studies and estimates
- Assist with surveys, inspections and investigations for highway improvement and maintenance schemes and other engineering projects. Such as Traffic Regulation Orders and preventative maintenance schemes
- Assist with monitoring contractors’ site activities as directed by more experienced staff
- Undertake duties in accordance with Directorate Health and Safety policies