Ardmore Point Ltd
Trainee Geotechnical Assistant
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Trainee Geotechnical Assistant
We are looking to appoint a Trainee Geotechnical Assistant to join our geotechnical team, based in our Glasgow office.
Role Overview:
You will work on exciting projects, learning to assist with geotechnical works on site using innovative technology and how to process data in the office. You will follow the company's structured training program and undertake on-the-job training led by experienced engineers, giving you the unique opportunity to earn whilst you learn.
We offer an interesting career with excellent opportunities to progress your career within the geomatics sector. The ideal candidate will have an interest in outdoor activities and a passion for a career as a surveyor.
Responsibilities:
As a Trainee Geotechnical Assistant you will:
- Work on site with experienced engineers conducting ground investigation surveys using innovative technology and processing data in the office
- Undertake on-the-job training and earn whilst you learn
- Undertake tasks within the office environment to assist with project completion e.g. processing surveying data, instrument checks, organizing and loading equipment, data input
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Attend and contribute effectively to training and development days to assist your progression through the program - day release college in Civil Engineering is available
Requirements
The Person:
- A keen interest in outdoor activities or previous experience working outside
- A minimum of 5 GCSE's including Maths & English to Grade C level/ Grade 4
- Candidate must be over 18 years of age due to the regular overtime worked over 40 hours per week and employment law regulations
- Good practical and problem-solving skills
- Logical thinker with an ability to deal with figures
- Ability to work successfully as part of a team
- Able to demonstrate and understand the importance of health and safety at work
- Willing to travel regularly with some overnight stays to complete projects
- Full UK clean driving licence
- Able to commute to our Glasgow office daily
- Right to work in the UK
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Benefits
What we can offer you:
- 30 days holiday
- Company sick pay
Training & Development:
- Ongoing support to complete our in-house training
- The opportunity to gain HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualifications
- The opportunity to develop key skills and competencies to succeed in a career in Geotechnical Engineering
This is a full-time role with office hours of Monday to Friday from 8.00 - 5.00 (4pm finish on Friday),
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