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Apprentice

Balfour Beatty PLC

Apprentice

Salary Not Specified

Balfour Beatty PLC, Abbey Dore, County of Herefordshire

  • Full time
  • U
  • Remote working
  • Apprenticeship programme

Posted 3 weeks ago, 14 Apr | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 940e12dd4b304d82bf70779e788c1e52

Full Job Description

  • Carry out tasks assigned in a safe & professional manner which may include, but not limited to Highway Operations (Highway repairs, Minor Civil Engineering works, Jetting of drainage systems, Installation & maintenance of Traffic Management), Grounds Maintenance Operations (Grass cutting/strimming, Hedge cutting, Shrub pruning, Border work, Weed control & General landscaping) and other related tasks required by the contract.

  • Ensure allocated tasks are performed and carried out to the required standards.

  • Support the contract in other activities such as On Call, Winter Service Operation, and emergency incidents

  • Carry out point of work risk assessments for all tasks

  • Ensure that all Health & Safety policies and procedures are adhered to and the Golden Rules are followed all times

  • Ensure that all other complaints and incidents are passed to the Public Realm Supervisor.A

  • Report any deficiencies in plant, equipment or damaged infrastructure

  • Embrace and support a culture of continuous improvement, through effective communication involving open discussions, feedback and exchange of new ideas and best practice.

  • Ensure all required paperwork is regularly submitted to the Supervisor for input to the monitoring and reporting system.

    Desirable - Hold a full UK drivers licence at the time of joining

  • Eligibility to live and work in the UK at the time of joiningA

  • Manual Handling competencyA

  • Ability to work as part of a team and/or individuallyA

  • Ability to work outside of normal working hours / be on paid standby

    Are you looking to start your career after your studies? Our Early Careers programme gives you the opportunity to challenge yourself and be part of the solution to make the world work better.


    • The Early Careers programme we offer has been carefully developed by the business so that you will become the best professional you can be. We want to bring out the best of your abilities whilst giving you a deep insight into the world of Infrastructure Engineering so then you can be the catalyst for change.

    You'll learn. You'll gain skills. You'll explore our business and our sectors having real control over where you go and what you experience next. And you'll do it all as part of a busy community of Apprentices, Year in Industry students and Graduates., Our team will review applications and if shortlisted for a role with us, you will be contacted by one of our amazing recruiters. They will be keen to hear about your interests and enthusiasm to join Balfour Beatty and will talk you though the next steps.

    Stage two: In-person or online interview

    This is the final stage of our recruitment journey and is where we get to meet you in person, either in one of our offices, or online via Teams.

    For us, the most exciting part as we love hearing all about you. We also want to ensure you are getting the most out of your recruitment journey, so it's important you are curious and ask us questions too!, We are more than construction. Every day, our projects change the way the world looks and improve the way it works. And because we do more, you will too! So don't hesitate, our application window is open until midnight on19th April 2024. If you think you can make a difference here at Balfour Beatty then apply today!

    To hear more about our programme, clickhere

    At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. Our Smart Working policy enables employees to work flexibly where operationally possible and we would be happy to explore this with you.

    To find out more about our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, visit our website athttps://www.balfourbeatty.com/how-we-work/diversity-and-inclusion/

    As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with disabled people and people with long-term health conditions, to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.