At a Glance
- Tasks: Train as an Engineering Technician, working on exciting civil engineering projects.
- Company: Hackney Council, committed to diversity and community improvement.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, earn while you learn, and achieve professional qualifications.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with a focus on personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while kickstarting your engineering career.
- Qualifications: Level 2 qualification in Maths and English required; Level 3 or A Levels preferred.
The predicted salary is between 18500 - 25000 £ per year.
Hackney Council – Apprenticeship opportunity for a Civil Engineering Technician role.
Responsibilities
The Apprentice Engineering Technician will train as an Engineering Technician through a structured 3‑year programme covering a broad range of Civil Engineering activities. Working across four specific areas – Traffic Management, Road Safety, Cycling and Public Realm Improvements – the apprentice will assist in planning, programming, designing and implementing projects from the team’s work programme, ensuring alignment with council policies and objectives.
Qualifications & Eligibility
Applicants must already hold at least a Level 2 qualification or GCSE A*–C / 4–9 in Maths and English. Those with Level 3 or A Levels may enter at Level 4. Applicants with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), a statement of special educational needs (SEN) or a learning difficulty assessment (LDA) will be assessed individually. Applicants who already hold an equivalent Civil Engineering qualification are not eligible.
- Current resident of the London Borough of Hackney
- Current student at a Hackney education institution (school, college, university, PRU/alternative provision, Adult Learning provision)
- Former student at a Hackney secondary education institution who completed at least one GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualification there within the last 8 years
- Current or former recipient of Hackney leaving care services
Applicants must hold a British passport or have permission to live in the UK and have resided in the UK for at least the last three years. For EEA residents, settled or confirmed settled status is required. Applicants must provide evidence of meeting all eligibility criteria.
Training Outcomes
On completion of the apprenticeship the candidate will achieve or be close to achieving the Technical Membership of the Institute of Civil Engineers.
Anti‑Discrimination Statement
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Social and economic circumstances are also recognised as a source of disadvantage. The council welcomes applications from disabled people and seeks to promote diversity, inclusion and equality for all applicants.
Application Information
Closing date for applications: 28 June 2026 (22:59). Interview date: to be confirmed.
Apprentice Engineer employer: London Borough of Hackney
Hackney Council is an exceptional employer, offering a structured apprenticeship programme that not only equips you with vital skills in Civil Engineering but also fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture. With a strong commitment to diversity and employee growth, apprentices will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects that directly impact the community, all while working in the vibrant and dynamic environment of Hackney.
