Trainee Joist Designer at Robertson Group

Elgin, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Timber Engineering, Technical Competence, Drawing Completion, Specification Accuracy, Client Liaison, Report Production, Problem Reporting, Training Identification, Methodical Approach, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Computer Literacy, Initiative, Teamwork, Numeracy, Pressure Management

Industry

Construction

Description

Overview Some see a blueprint. We see an adventure. Role: Trainee Joist Designer Location: Elgin Challenges. Opportunities. Solutions. At Robertson, we see them our way. We’re bold enough to ask questions. Brave enough to look at things differently. Confident enough to be ourselves. Join us and you’ll join the UK’s largest family-owned construction, infrastructure and support services business. And as Trainee Joist Designer, you’ll be part of a team that’s doing incredible things – for ourselves, for the built environment around us, and for a truly sustainable future. Your new role About the role Ready to head into the world of work? A Traineeship could be your ideal start to the next phase of your career. You’ll learn about the job, on the job, whilst we support you through further studies, so you’ll gain qualifications as well as work experience and skills. As a Trainee Joist Designer, you will be responsible for: Be familiar with company policies and procedures and act appropriately to a working office environment. Be technically competent with the joist details & software. Completing drawings, specification and any other documentation to the required standards within previously agreed timescales. Ensuring all drawings and specifications are checked for accuracy and approved before issue. Liaise directly with the Client (as requested by the Contracts Manager for supply and erect), noting all relevant conversations and acting on/passing this information to the relevant person/file within the Company. Ensure all written and computer work/input is completed accurately and within required timescales and that records are maintained. Produce reports as required by the Design Office Manager/Senior Joist Designer accurately and within relevant timescales. Attend meetings timeously as and when required given suitable notice. Report any job-related problems/issues to the Design Office Manager/Senior Joist Designer. Identify any relevant training needs to the Senior Joist Designer. Complete training set by Senior Joist Designer. About you As a Trainee Joist Designer we understand this may be one of your first roles so we’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in Timber Engineering. Experience within this sector would be great however if you can demonstrate the ability to work on your own initiative and demonstrate a methodical approach with excellent written and verbal communications skills this could be the role for you. We will support you through your Traineeship to develop and progress in your chosen career path. What we need from you HNC/HND (or currently working towards or prepared to) Complimentary relevant experience Ability to work under pressure Methodical approach Numerate Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Good written and verbal communication skills Computer literate Willingness to learn What's in it for me Our Principles - The Robertson Way Our principles are our roadmap to achieving positive outcomes and delivering on our purpose. They influence daily decisions around what we do and how we do things, creating an environment of growth, innovation and high performance. We listen Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard. We are professional Our mix of prudence and diligence, care and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver. We take responsibility Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters. We are determined to succeed Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit. We are one team We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson. For more information on our principles and culture, please visit: https://www.robertson.co.uk/careers/culture Benefits of working with Robertson: In return, we offer a wide range of rewards and employee benefits such as: 33 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time or FTC positions, increases with length of service) Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Life Assurance Cycle to Work Scheme Discounts (gym memberships, restaurants, days out etc.) with Hapi Rewards App Annual Flu Vaccine Access to E-Learning Health & Wellbeing Support Life Management & Financial Support Diversity & Inclusion: When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. That’s why we’re working hard to create an environment where everyone can feel welcome, and where we can all be ourselves. We encourage applications from people of all races, ages, genders, religions, sexual orientations and more - so whoever you are, we hope you’ll see things our way, too. Apply now If you’ve got what it takes to look at things differently, to find new perspectives, and to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary, we’d love to meet you. To apply for this role and to start seeing things our way, submit your CV. This role will be subject to pre-employment screening, including references. The level of screening may vary depending on role responsibilities and will be discussed at interview.

Responsibilities

As a Trainee Joist Designer, you will be responsible for completing drawings and specifications accurately and within agreed timescales. You will also liaise with clients and ensure all documentation is checked for accuracy before issuance.