Apprentice Project Controls Technician

Job Purpose

Job Title: Project Controls Technician Apprentice

Location: This role is home based with a local hub for team working in any of these locations: London, Milton Keynes, Birmingham, Newark, Leeds, Ellesmere Port or Burnley

Advertised Salary: £22,095

Closes to applications: 19 May 2024 at 23:59hrs

Who are we?

We're the charity who look after and bring to life 2,000 miles of waterways across England and Wales, because we believe that life is better by water. Every role across the Trust plays its part in transforming our canals and rivers into spaces where local people want to spend time and feel better, bringing wellbeing benefits to millions.

We are delivering a substantial increase in investment on our waterway infrastructure to improve its resilience, given the growing impact of climate change, which demands that we make improvements in our approach and how we organise the development, planning and delivery of our work. We are expanding our new Programme Management Office (PMO) to improve the standards of programme delivery and provide governance, oversight and assurance around the delivery of our expanded work programme in line with industry best practice.

Knowledge, Skills/Qualifications & Experience

About the role

You will form part of our Programme Management Office (PMO) team in our Infrastructure and Programmes Directorate who programme manage an annual c£95m of investment across the Trust's broad range of assets. This equates to c.80 major projects and c.700 minor projects per annum. The PMO is uniquely placed to give an overarching view of all the projects and programmes that are being delivered with I&P.

The role will be working principally within the Programme Controls & Planning teams to manage, report and deliver change to the agreed programme whilst ensuring we remain compliant with process and governance.

You'll also have exposure across all the PMO specialities, including our Cost Intelligence, Risk Management, Programme Planning and Performance & Assurance teams.

• Provide reporting support to the Programme controls team as part of the monthly cycle and ensuring reporting deadlines are met
• Provide compliance data and insight for where this has not been met
• Support the reporting, development and refinement of programme level KPIs
• Support the Performance & Assurance team in reviewing policy and guidance and ensure this is kept up to date in line with review cycles
• Supporting with Post Project Appraisals process and the implementation of best practise for project delivery
• Support the Risk Manager in reviewing, updating and mitigating project and programme risks
• Support the Cost Intelligence team with cost estimating and final accounting analysis
• Support internal enquiries associated with the programme
• Comply with Canal & River Trust's Health & Safety policy and defined standards, report incidents, accidents and near misses

• Displaying the Trust values and behaviours always

About the Apprenticeship

Our apprentices complete a Project Controls Technician Apprenticeship. Details of the apprenticeship can be found here: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/pro...

As a Trust apprentice, you will complete your apprenticeship training both on and off-the-job, including regular attendance at our chosen training provider. All college related travel costs are paid for by the Trust.

Whilst on-the-job, you will work with supportive colleagues to get the best out of your apprenticeship experience.

After the Apprenticeship

We are fully committed to support all of our apprentices during their training. We truly value their contribution to the Trust and plan our recruitment to match progression opportunities. Once the apprenticeship is completed and your work is to a satisfactory level, we aim to offer ongoing employment opportunities with us.

What skills and abilities do I need to have?

We look for candidates who live and breathe our values; Caring, Open, Local, Inclusive and Excellence and have a willingness to learn, enthusiasm and dedication. We are looking for potential.

We are looking for someone who is inquisitive, enjoys working with data and is a keen problem solver. An eye for detail and a good grasp of understanding processes and how they fit into the big picture would be beneficial

What qualifications do I need to have?

Ideally grade A-C or grade 9-4 in Maths, English and Science GCSE (or equivalent) already achieved or on target to achieve.

What qualifications or experience would potentially help me more?

An interest or connection to finance, financial management, risk management, programme planning, reporting or data and data insight.

A grasp of data, data modelling and Power BI gathered through work experience of volunteering would be beneficial but is not essential.

Inclusive and supportive employer

At the Trust we care passionately for our waterways, and as importantly, for those who look after and use them. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do as a Trust. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we are a part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community.

All candidates will be treated on the basis of their merits, skills and abilities and solely by being assessed against the requirements for the job.

Our aim is, at all times, to care for our people, and earn the confidence, trust and advocacy of our customers, partners, and those in the communities in which we work. We pride ourselves on, and are committed to, a workplace that reflects our values, embraces diversity, and enhances our reputation as a responsible and trusted custodian of the waterways in our care.

Read more about our commitment to Diversity Here

How do I apply?

Please click to apply and complete the application form fully - there is no need to submit a CV.

It is very important that you make use of the Personal Statement section of our application form and tell us all about your motivations & interest, any transferable experience and why you want to come and work for the Canal & River Trust

Closes to applications: 19 May 2024 at 23:59hrs

What We Offer

In addition to our competitive apprenticeship wage, we can offer;

• High quality qualifications including training on top of the apprenticeship
• Fantastic experience with hands-on training giving you a real chance to put your skills into practice and helping you to gain more confidence in a supportive working environment
• Opportunities to take part in exciting projects around England and Wales
• The chance to meet other apprentices, making friends for life
• Disability Confident and Time to Change (mental health support) Employer

When you join the Canal & River Trust you become a member of an engaged team working to preserve our heritage for future generations. Come and share your passion and knowledge with a team that makes a difference to millions of people every day.]]>