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Apprentice project engineer

Salford
Permanent
NG Bailey
Project engineer
Posted: 3 February
Offer description

As an NG Bailey apprentice you will:

* Learn about our award‑winning approach to working safely
* Work in our offices and on construction sites
* Be prepared for early starts and travel away from home
* Develop strong working relationships with experienced engineers, site teams and project managers
* Have a strong support network giving you the chance to build your confidence, skills and professional judgement

This role is designed to develop over time. You will start with core processes and supervised tasks, building technical knowledge and responsibility as your competence and confidence grow.


You will learn to:

* Develop a technical understanding of electrical and/or mechanical building services systems installed in commercial and complex buildings
* Read, understand and work with technical specifications, drawings and schedules
* Work with engineers and BIM teams to coordinate designs and resolve technical queries
* Raise and manage RFIs and understand the importance of clear audit trail
* Prepare and deliver RAMS to support safe installation activities
* Support the procurement process, including requesting quotations, assessing technical compliance and placing orders
* Attend project meetings with clients, designers, contractors and internal teams
* Prepare information for progress reports, programme updates and cost control
* Work with your project team to monitor installation progress against the programme and identify risks, solutions and opportunities
* Learn how to manage change, including the importance of early warning notices and their impact on time and cost
* Support commissioning activities and ensure systems are delivered and handed over in line with quality standards and completed drawings
* As you gain experience, manage small sections of a project and take responsibility for meeting agreed targets and deadlines


We are looking for people who:

* Are keen to learn and develop technical and professional skills
* Share our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence
* Are organised, well prepared, and demonstrate good timekeeping and attendance
* Can communicate clearly in writing and in person
* Enjoy working as part of a team but can also act independently when required
* Can follow instructions, manage competing priorities and work under pressure

You will attend college on block release to complete the Level 4 Building Services Engineering Senior Technician apprenticeship and regularly attend in‑house training and development as part of the programme.


To apply you need:

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade C/4 or above in English Language, Maths, Science and 2 other subjects.

Plus, have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) 2x A Levels grade C (or equivalent such as BTEC Extended Diploma, Level 3 Diploma, Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship) in STEM subjects.


Please note, to be eligible for an apprenticeship you:

* Must be able to complete the apprenticeship within the required time, including the End-Point Assessment.
* Must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England.
* Must be ordinarily resident in the UK or its territories for at least 3 years before starting the apprenticeship.

Further eligibility details can be found online at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory eligibility checks.


Ready to apply?

If you are applying for this role, take a look at our application hints and tips for guidance on what good looks like. We receive a lot of applications, find out how you can make yours stand out.


What happens next?

If we like what we see on your application, you will be invited to undertake a telephone interview. If we then wish to progress your application further, you will be invited to attend an assessment centre at which we will shortlist for final interviews.

PLEASE NOTE THIS VACANCY MAY CLOSE BEFORE THE ADVERTISED CLOSING DATE IF A LARGE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. EARLY APPLICATION IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED.

NG Bailey is an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants will receive equal treatment within their application and selection process.

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