Job Description

7091 Glasgow Permanent

We're looking for bright and motivated individuals who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.

Role Overview

The Technician Engineer and Site Engineer are part of the Engineering Job Family and Technical Function, which is there to ensure technical excellence, assurance and performance across all projects and opportunities from pre-project, early engagement and work winning through to detailed delivery. All of our engineers are part of our Engineering Enterprise and are aligned with our overall strategy to maximise DfMA, Digital Engineering, and Early Engagement.



A Professional Apprenticeship Technician Engineer will progress through the role of Engineering Technician into Site Engineer over the period of the programme. You will work within the site engineering team under the guidance of Site and Section Engineers, alongside site supervisors and managers. You will also safely and effectively manage a set of tasks and are technically responsible for their outcome.



They will work predominantly on site assisting in the technical management and delivery of major construction projects.

Key Deliverables and Accountabilities of a Technician Engineer

Follows safe working practices including wearing personal protective equipment and demonstrating a duty of care to yourself and others


Understands the necessity to comply with approved methods of working Provides dimensional control for a section of the works Undertakes as built surveys for a section of the works and presents results in a format that can be included in project records if required Raises Non-Conformance Report (NCR) for all non-conformances and reports potential non-conformances to line manager Maintains quality control records in accordance with the Inspection & Test Plan Assists site engineers with filing of drawings and other construction information Completes relevant site records as required by senior members of staff (e.g., diary sheets) Assists site engineers with materials quantification and testing Reads and understands method statements and makes sure that site operations follow these methods accurately reporting any variances to supervisors Has an understanding of the procedures that govern Temporary Works & Lifting Effectively communicates basic technical information in a timely & accurate manner Interrogates design information and determine if there are sufficient details to construct the works. Raises concerns with supervising engineers Has a basic knowledge of how to operate the 3D model and its use in relation to the project

Location

Monklands Replacement Project



Lanarkshire, Scotland

Apprenticeship Level

BSc/B.Eng Civil Engineer graduate apprenticeship

Apprenticeship Provider

Laing O'Rourke collaborate with trusted and approved training providers (Universities) for our apprenticeship delivery. Allocation of training provider will be based on achieved academic grades.

Entry Requirements

Typically, applicants will have 4 Highers (minimum B grades) including Maths or equivalent qualifications. The programme has been designed to meet the needs of learners with a range of vocational and academic qualifications including the potential for progression from:


Foundation Apprenticeships in a related discipline Recognition of vocational qualifications and experiential learning

Applicants must also


Have strong numeracy and literacy skills Be flexible as you may be required to work away Be eligible to work in the UK. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Our Application Process

We are committed to providing a clear and supportive recruitment journey. Here is what you can expect when applying for one of our apprentice opportunities:

CV Submission

Submit your CV for review. We will assess your application against the entry criteria for the role you are applying for.

Online Assessment

You will complete a series of assessments designed to understand how you approach workplace situations, your preferred ways of working, as well as exercises to evaluate your critical thinking and numerical reasoning skills.

Video Interview

At this stage, you will be invited to record responses to two questions set by our hiring team. You will have sufficient time to prepare and ensure you present yourself confidently.

Assessment Centre

Our in-person assessment centres, held at a LOR office, provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills through a combination of individual tasks, short interviews, and group activities. This is also a chance to experience our culture first-hand.

Outcome

We aim to provide feedback and communicate the outcome of your assessment centre within two weeks.

Application Deadline

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible so you don't miss the opportunity to be considered.

Accessibility and Support

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support with your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

The

Professional Apprenticeship Programme will commence in September 2026

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PRIVATE MEDICAL INSURANCE

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LIFE ASSURANCE

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PERSONAL ACCIDENT AND INJURY INSURANCE

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