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Civil Engineering Technician - Apprenticeship

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    SDS (STRUCTURAL DESIGN SOLUTIONS) LIMITED
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    Ref: #APP-2439371
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    Castlebar, Co. Mayo,
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    No of positions: 1
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    Apprenticeship
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    Published On: 17 Apr 2026
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    Closing On: 31 May 2026

We have 2 positions available on our Level 6 Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship with a start date of August 2026.

This is a 2 year programme in conjunction with ATU Sligo or Galway. Our apprenticeship consists of 4 days working and 1 day of on-line learning every week, all facilitated from our Castlebar office. Apprentices are also required to attend ATU Sligo or Galway for the first week of each semester and once a month to complete labs/workshops. Apprentices will be assigned a mentor who will guide and assist them throughout their apprenticeship and provide them with technical expertise and skills to ensure learning outcomes are achieved. You will be using CAD/BIM packages and developing skills by working through projects from concept to completion.
Attendance at all scheduled training and achieving the various certifications involved, is a mandatory requirement for you to successfully complete the programme. On completion, a Higher Certificate in Civil Engineering (Level 6) on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) will be awarded.

Why should you choose this apprenticeship? 
•    Interest in technical drawing and 3D modelling, practical and hands on engineering. 
•    An apprenticeship is an opportunity to earn a salary as an employee while gaining valuable knowledge and skills. 
•    You will learn both on-the-job and in a college setting while being paid throughout. 
•    Apprenticeship is a fantastic way to get started in a career, gaining practical, on-the-job experience and skills along with a qualification which is on the National Framework of Qualifications and is recognised internationally. 

Entry Requirements 
• At least 18 years of age in September 2026 
• QQI Level 5 (or equivalent) 
• Pass Grade in Maths at Level 5 (or Equivalent) 
• Solid literacy, verbal, and numeracy skills 
• Good computer skills 
• CAD or DCG experience an advantage
For more information please see apprenticeship.ie
Note: As part of the national apprenticeship system, there are formal requirements for approval of an employer's suitability to train apprentices and for registration of apprentices. Advertising on this site does not guarantee that Employers are approved to recruit and train for apprenticeship positions.
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