Trainee Technician
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Trainee Technician / Engineering / Construction Industry
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is advertising a Trainee Technician position for an unnamed client. This is an entry-level opportunity within the engineering and construction testing sector, based in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, with nationwide site work.
- Location: Ellesmere Port, Cheshire (with nationwide travel)
- Salary: Starting on National Minimum Wage + Competitive Overtime Rates
- Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Experience: Entry-level, no experience required
Job Description
An excellent entry-level opportunity for a motivated individual to begin a career within the engineering and construction testing sector, supporting site-based projects nationwide with full training provided. If you’ve also worked in roles such as Trainee Engineer, Engineering Assistant, Junior Technician, or Site Technician, we’d like to hear from you. NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.
Duties
- Project Support: Assisting with long and short-term engineering and construction testing projects
- Site-Based Testing: Supporting daily on-site and laboratory testing
- Data Recording: Accurately recording, validating and checking test data
- Reporting Assistance: Assisting with analysis, reporting and certification
- Equipment Maintenance: Supporting calibration and maintenance of testing equipment
- Health and Safety Compliance: Adhering fully to all company health and safety requirements
- Team Collaboration: Working effectively within a small team
- Vehicle Checks: Completing routine vehicle checks
- Housekeeping: Maintaining tidy workspaces
- Policy Adherence: Following all company policies and procedures
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
- Computer literacy with experience using Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Full and valid UK Driving Licence (6 points or less, no active convictions)
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- Reliable, punctual and committed
- Willingness to travel nationwide and work away from home
- Flexibility to work additional hours on short notice
Desirable:
- Understanding of electrical, mechanical or structural engineering
- Previous site experience using tools or equipment
- Attention to detail and methodical approach
- Valid CSCS Card (preferred but can be obtained later)
- Relevant qualifications (full training provided)
Benefits
- 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays
- Pension scheme
How to Apply
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your application you consent to us sharing your details with our Client for this purpose.
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