Job Description

Job Details:

Job Reference:

HCC622969

Salary Range:

25,186 - 26,244 per annum

Work Location:

Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)

Hours per week:

37 (part time hours will be considered)

Contract Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

16 February 2026

Interview Date:

2 March 2026

The Role:

Join Hampshire Engineering Services as a

Technician Degree Apprentice

and play a key role in delivering essential infrastructure projects across highways, structures, and water. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while earning a degree and building a career in

civil engineering

.

What you'll do:

As a

Technician Apprentice

, you'll support Senior Engineers and Engineers throughout the project lifecycle--from design to construction.




Your responsibilities will include:

Design

- Identify and propose solutions, prepare technical reports and produce designs for schemes using computer aided software, such as AutoCAD, Civils 3d, Info Drainage.

Implementation

- To prepare contract documents and to ensure the construction of works on site is to programme and within the project budget. To provide technical support throughout the construction period.

Project Management

- To support the programming of activities for schemes and thereafter implement, monitor and control progress to achieve completion to programme.

Financial Control

- To prepare estimates and monitor and review project costs, including works and fees of internal and external consultants, to ensure completion within the agreed budgets.

Communication

- To liaise with project client, project team, internal/external consultants, contractors and the public, face to face, by telephone and by email. To prepare reports, as required.

Training

- To maintain and update personal technical expertise in new methods and technology. To assist with the training and development of other Technicians.

Apprenticeship Information:

While working as a Technician, over the next five years, you'll complete a Level 6 Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship at the University of Portsmouth. The programme includes an end-point assessment by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), leading to Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status.

What we're looking for:

We are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice educated to Level 3 in engineering or stem related subject (or equivalent).

Why join us?

We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.



If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!



To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our benefits package.

Additional Information:

Technician - Degree Apprentice Candidate Pack

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

John Dimond, Group Engineer on john.dimond@hants.gov.uk


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