At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn to build and maintain roads while gaining hands-on experience.
- Company: West Lothian Council offering a supportive apprenticeship programme.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn with a competitive salary and training.
- Other info: Open to West Lothian residents, promoting diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in construction with real-world skills and training.
- Qualifications: National 4 in Maths and English or relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 24227 - 29611 £ per year.
Job Advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year,
7.5% Shift Allowance, Fixed Term until September 2029 Are you interested in a career in the construction and maintenance of roads and footpaths within West Lothian, with the opportunity to ‘earn whilst you learn’?
West Lothian Council's Roads & Transportation Services are offering exciting 3-year Modern Apprenticeship opportunities to receive an extensive and varied training programme.
Areas covered in this apprenticeship are: - setting up of work, drainage works, surfacing of roads and footpaths, kerb laying, winter service and much more.
You will be required to attend college on day or block release and demonstrate the motivation and commitment required to combine on-the-job training with college studies.
Successful applicants will have achieved or expect to achieve National 4 or above in Maths, English and preferably studied a relevant subject, or be able to demonstrate a comparable level of knowledge and expertise in roadworks gained by works experience or through roadworks training schemes and initiatives.
We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
These training opportunities are open to West Lothian Residents only.
Apprentice Road Worker, Whitehill Service Centre, 507.08 - WEL10608 employer: West Lothian Council
West Lothian Council is an excellent employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees can thrive while contributing to vital public services. With a strong focus on compliance and governance, the role of Business Support Officer provides opportunities for professional growth and development within the public sector, ensuring that staff are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their roles. The Council's commitment to high standards of information governance and employee engagement makes it a rewarding place to work.
