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Trainee Technician

Employer:London Borough of Waltham Forest 

Reference:1293/50010518/ENV  

Salary:£14,475 - £27,672 per annum 

Hours:36 per week 

Working pattern:Full Time, Permanent position 

Location:Low Hall Manor Business Centre, 10 Argall Avenue, Leyton, London 

Closing date:30/01/2009 23:30 PM 

Waltham Forest is proud to be one of the five host boroughs for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The appearance of our streets and the safety and efficiency of our road network will have a major impact on the success of The Games.

We currently have some positions that would suit you if you recently finished full-time education, if you have existing engineering skills or are looking for an interesting change in career.

As a trainee you will be involved in traffic studies, design and construction of road safety schemes and highway maintenance. You will gain a broad experience and understanding of highway and traffic engineering. An opportunity will be provided to gain relevant qualifications on a day release basis and may eventually lead to a degree in Civil engineering.

You will need 5 GCSEs at grade A-C including Mathematics and English Language; an aptitude in technical drawing, science or ICT; willingness to learn; and good written and verbal communication skills.

Equal Opportunities

Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 strategic outcomes contained in its Corporate Equality Plan: • Promoting equality of opportunity • Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage • Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels • Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. For more information please visit: http://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/index/social.htm

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