Apprentice Planner

Summary

Our Water and Wastewater team provide a range of utility infrastructure services for some of the UK’s largest network owners and operators. This role will work closely with our experienced planners who are responsible for ensuring each aspect of the project is robustly planned, programmed and communicated.

Annual wage

£13,312 to £23,795.20 a year

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You will start on a competitive starting salary, which will be reviewed annually.

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 18 November

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

This role will allow you to develop your construction technical knowledge, communication skills and expertise in the use of planning software.

As a vital member of the team, you will be responsible for:

Providing general administration support as requested by manager
Assist with scheduling construction plans to ensure they are delivered safely, on budget and on time.
Monitor progress against plans to ensure management have the information needed to make decisions to keep projects on track.
Assist in the communication of plans and make a positive contribution to delivering projects safely, to the required standard on time and on budget.
Provide updated planning records and information as required.
Ensuring that the procedures and requirements as detailed within the Company Procedures and Quality Manual are implemented at all times
Liaising with staff and operatives effectively and with respect
Any other duties as assigned

Where you’ll work

Brookfield House

Selby Road, Garforth

Leeds

LS25 1NB

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

SMART TRAINING AND RECRUITMENT LIMITED

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.

Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.

Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.

Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.

Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.

Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.

Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.

Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

As part of your Apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto the Business Administrator Level 3 qualification with one of our training partners. You will be fully supported through a variety of methods such as virtual workshops, learning materials, and one-to-one support from your tutor or coach. They will also meet regularly with you and your line manager to ensure you are progressing through your programme.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

5 GCSEs including English and Maths (grade 4-9/C-A*)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Logical
Team working

About this company

United Living is a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. We help our customers and the communities they serve benefit from resilient infrastructure, affordable homes, and improved living spaces that are fit for the future. We employ over 1400 people and work with a broad range of public and private sector clients. United Living Group is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future. This role is based in our Infrastructure Services business, who deliver critical resilient infrastructure that improves daily life by partnering with our clients to achieve sustainable outcomes for their customers and communities.

https://unitedliving.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

You will be fully supported to continue your professional development upon completion of this programme.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

United Living Group

Rebecca Harrison

apprenticeships@unitedliving.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000281576.

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Closes in 2 days (Sunday 3 November)

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Company’s application instructions

If you are ready to be part of our expanding team and contribute to our success, please visit our website and click the I’m interested button and submit an application. You will be required to submit a CV and if successful will be invited into interview to meet the team.

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