Trainee Admin / Engineering Assistant / CAD Operator
Location: LS6
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, 4.30pm Friday finish
Kick-start Your Career in Engineering & Design
This is a great opportunity for a school leaver or someone at the very start of their career to join a growing contracting business and learn on the job. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with technology and want a role where you can build practical skills with real career progression, full training and support will be provided.
The Role
You'll work closely with a team of Project Managers, supporting live projects while developing both technical and office-based skills. You'll learn how to use CAD software, manage project information and gain a strong understanding of how engineering projects are delivered from start to finish.
What You'll Be Doing
Supporting Project Managers with day-to-day administrative tasks
Creating, updating and managing project documentation and reports
Learning to produce and amend CAD drawings (full training provided)
Organising technical drawings and project information accurately
Communicating clearly with suppliers and customers
Helping track project timelines and progress
Building knowledge of engineering and design systems
What We're Looking For
GCSEs or A-levels, including a good level of Maths and Science
Strong written English, with the ability to produce clear and accurate documents
Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Well organised, reliable and detail-focused
An interest in engineering, design or technical work
Good communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude
Training & Progression
Full training in CAD software such as AutoCAD
Ongoing mentoring from experienced professionals
Salary & Benefits
Competitive entry-level salary
20 days holiday, increasing by one day per year up to 25, plus bank holidays
Private health insurance
Company pension scheme
Ongoing training and development
Ideal for someone looking to turn strong Maths, Science and communication skills into a practical, long-term career.
Please email your CV to (url removed), click apply or call Rachel on (phone number removed)
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