Purpose of the Post.
Receive experience and support in the workplace to complete an apprenticeship and gain qualifications in the field
The apprentice will provide a service that supports the management, inspection and maintenance of the trunk road network by taking part in engineering, structural and environmental tasks across specialist teams.
 
Responsibility for Resources. e.g. staff, finance, equipment
None, except for normal office equipment, e.g. computer.
 
Main Duties.
The primary purpose of the North and Mid Wales Trunk Road Agent is to ensure that civil structures of the trunk road network—such as bridges, walls, tunnels and associated assets—are inspected, maintained and managed safely and in accordance with Welsh Government technical standards.
The Structures Civil Engineering Apprentice role is an opportunity for the apprentice to gain broad practical experience across engineering, structures, tunnels and network management teams in supporting the maintenance, inspection and management of the trunk roads.
The main duties of the role will be to:
Supporting the work of the Network Management Unit, the Tunnels and Technology Unit and the Business and Projects Unit by participating in technical tasks and inspections.
Learn how to manage safety risks on the trunk road network and identify deficiencies or hazards in assets.
Taking part in vital inspections, highway inspections and maintenance work across North and Mid Wales.
Helping to maintain highway structures, including bridges, walls and tunnels.
Supporting project planning, project management and live operations by observing the work of the Traffic Officer Service.
Develop civil engineering skills such as design, AutoCAD, surveying quantities and supporting contract procurement.
Participate in operational and administrative tasks that ensure that the network is managed effectively and in accordance with Welsh Government standards.
Follow the Council's policies on health and safety, equality, data protection and carbon reduction.
 
Special Circumstances. e.g. need to work unsocial hours, special work arrangements, etc.
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