Apprentice Design Technician

Job description

Description
At Network Plus, we are committed to developing the next generation of talent. As an Apprentice Design Technician, you will gain practical experience supporting our design team while developing your skills in technical drawing, surveying and utilities design.

Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will learn to use AutoCAD, gather information on site and produce drawings that meet our clients' standards. You will receive training and guidance as you build your confidence and take on more responsibility.

No previous design, AutoCAD or water industry experience is required. A full driving licence and access to your own car are essential, as the role involves regular travel to sites.

What You'll Learn

How to use AutoCAD to create accurate technical drawings.
How to gather and record site information using GNSS/GPS surveying equipment.
The engineering principles and design processes used in clean water and wastewater projects.
How to follow client asset standards and drawing specifications.
How to communicate with colleagues and clients and manage work to agreed deadlines.

About the Apprenticeship

You will combine practical workplace experience with structured apprenticeship learning. Our experienced team will support you as you develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to build a career in design within the utilities sector.

Key Responsibilities
Attend site visits and surveys alongside experienced colleagues to gather information for detailed designs and as-laid drawings.
Learn to produce as-laid drawings using AutoCAD, following client asset standards and procedures.
Work with internal teams to obtain information and help complete drawings within agreed timescales.
Support the arrangement of client walk-off meetings and attend with colleagues.
Assist the design team in preparing technical drawings, plans and general arrangements.
Learn to create private land notice plans in accordance with client processes and specifications.
Provide regular updates on your work to the Design/Commercial Manager.
Support the design team with administrative tasks, record keeping and document management.
Complete apprenticeship learning and assessments, applying your dev...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-10-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English