Trainee Technician

Waltham Forest in east London is undergoing major transformation with a significant amount of investment coming into the borough through new developments, regeneration and infrastructure improvements.

We are a high achieving borough and invite an enthusiastic, highly motivated and exceptional graduate in civil engineering or a similar discipline to join our ambitious team to deliver the substantial programme of major projects, including our successful £30million bid for Mini Holland to radically change neighbourhoods by placing cycling and public realm improvements at the heart of our schemes.

Waltham Forest Highways is committed to providing a high quality service to the residents of the borough and we are looking for a highly motivated person to become a valuable member of the team under the award winning Trainee Development Programme.

The post is ideally suited to a graduate although applications from non-graduates will also be considered on the merits of their academic qualifications and other achievements. You will initially be working on traffic management and highway improvement related schemes on our Highway Network including major programme delivery.

Interview Dates:  6^th and/or 13^th September 2019

 

Equal Opportunities
Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population.

We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace.

The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives contained within the Waltham Forest Council Equality Plan 2012/2015:

- Promoting equality of opportunity

- Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage

- Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels.

- Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all.

Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.

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