Job Description

The Civil Engineering and Groundworks Apprenticeship (CEGA) COURSE DETAILS:

The Apprenticeship lasts approximately 18 months, with the first 20 weeks spent at CETC undertaking specific training to ensure students are fully-qualified and ready to work on-site. As part of this, students will obtain the following certifications and licences, all essential for on-site employment:

• CSCS card
• CPCS card
• Dumper licence
• Roller licence
• Abrasive wheels certification
• Manual handling certification
• CAT and Genny training
• Banksman training
• Driver theory training

The Apprenticeship framework enables students to gain the practical skills and experience needed to work within a variety of commercial and industrial settings, including:

• Understanding technical drawings and plans
• Using surveying and levelling equipment
• Designing and installing temporary works
• Laying foundations for construction work
• Making and using concrete types
• Understanding various stone types and their uses
• Understanding and laying domestic drainage
• Installing edgings, kerbs and concrete finishes
• Laying paving slabs and block paving
• Safely working around existing services and surrounding environments
• Basic brickwork and installing ironwork
• Safe working with construction plant and machinery

A driving licence is preferable (but not essential) due to locations of sites and college. You will receive an extra bonus if you obtain your licence during your Apprenticeship.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities