Highways Civil Engineering Apprentice x2

Fixed Term Contract up to 3 years – Full Time

Location: Lynton House, Ilford, IG1

As soon people walk out of their front door they see, feel and use the Redbridge highway network.

Do you want to help shape, be part of, and contribute to the development of Redbridge helping our communities to help them travel around the borough for work or play safely and efficiently? Our objective is to create a safe and seamless network of travel whether you are walking, cycling, driving, or using public transport.

Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse, and exciting east-London borough with fantastic facilities for our residents. We have developed innovative ways to build our communities and transform our Council. This is an exciting time for the London Borough of Redbridge; and our team is at the heart of supporting residents in East London.

Our Highways Civil Engineering Apprentice role offers you the chance to start your career in highways and be involved in shaping the way people travel around our network and ensuring that our roads, pavements, structures and road network are safe for our residents and commuters. Being part of a front-line services impacts on your local community with the ability to rotate within the directorate between our Road Safety & Traffic Engineering team, Highways Engineering team and Streetworks team you will get a fantastic opportunity to experience the full depth of highways and transportation.

At Redbridge Highways, we are passionate about pushing boundaries and embracing new and innovative solutions that make a real difference in the lives of our residents. Our high-performing team is known for its creativity and resilience, continuously exploring new methods and technologies to enhance our borough’s infrastructure.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, ensures you have the support and resources needed to grow your career and achieve your goals, fosters a collaborative environment, and is dedicated to making Redbridge a better place for everyone.

As part of the Highways Civil Engineering Apprenticeship you will be supported to undertake and achieve a Level 3 nationally recognised qualification. The apprenticeship will be fully funded by the council, and you will be given time off for study as required for the duration of the apprenticeship which is typically between 2 and 3 years depending on any previous qualifications achieved.

Once you complete your apprenticeship there is the potential to move through the career progression levels within the team and continue your career with us.

You will also need to demonstrate an awareness for detail, familiar with Microsoft IT packages and be computer savvy with an ability to break problems down into simple parts and a willingness to learn from the wealth of experience the team has. Above all, you will show a passion for the work we are doing and the drive to achieve great results with a willingness to learn.

To apply for this post please visit www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs or copy the following link into your browser:

https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107…

All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.