Trainee Assistant Engineer - Council HQ - Internal Only
- Location:
- Scottish Borders Council HQ, Main Building, Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0SA
- Salary:
- £33,600.95 - £36,867.70 per year
- Contract Type:
- Permanent
- Position Type:
- Full Time
- Hours:
- 35 hours per week
- Work From Home:
- Hybrid
Job Details
Grade: 7A
Hourly Rate: £18.41 - £20.20
Salary: £33600.95 - £36867.70 per annum
Contract Duration: Permanent
Role Purpose
Scottish Borders Council are implementing an exciting and innovative programme in Roads Maintenance Training. We are keen to attract and develop a motivated, knowledgeable and dedicated team within the Roads Asset Section and are therefore improving access to training opportunities for those who wish to pursue a career within Infrastructure & Environment Service as a Trainee Assistant Engineer
Successful applicants will be given the training and experience required to develop towards an Assistant Engineer post within the Roads Asset Team and will contribute to the delivery of a service which manages the Councils Infrastructure Assets, primarily carriageway, footway and drainage. Thereby fulfilling the Council’s statutory obligations, and to meet the needs of the Council, Elected Members and the general public.
This profile is indicative of the nature and level of responsibility associated with the post. It is not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake such other duties as may be required by your manager to meet the needs and responsibility of the Service and the Council.
Throughout the whole programme, trainees will undertake any study deemed necessary to gain documentary evidence of comprehensive Continuing Professional Development. You will be required to sign a Training Agreement if accepting the post and comply with the Council’s Statement and Guidelines on Support for the Training and Development of Employee. This will involve a commitment to remaining in the employment of Scottish Borders Council for a period of two years following completion of the programme and repaying any cost should you leave during the traineeship.
Appointment to the Qualified Post of Assistant Engineer
Only on the successful completion of the above traineeship programme of academic study and on the job training, will the trainee will be considered for the allocation to the post of a qualified Assistant Engineer within the Roads Asset Team of Scottish Borders Council. This will depend on the availability of these posts once qualified.
Additional Duties & Responsibilities
Ensure that all work and outputs comply with and promote equal opportunities and diversity.
Take reasonable care for the health and safety of oneself, other employees and anyone else who may be affected by the work activities carried out. Work in accordance with policies, procedures, information, instructions, and/or training received.
Essential
• Successful completion of Modern Apprenticeship in a relevant Roads, Asset or Infrastructure discipline.
and/or
• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering with relevant working experience.
with
• SVQ 3 Construction Contracting Operation: Site Technical Support (SCQF level 6)
A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post.
* If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role.
Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries may be made to Scott Learmonth by telephone on 01835 825587 or by email at scott.learmonth@scotborders.gov.uk
Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.
Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.