Sandberg is a civil engineering consultancy with a particular focus on construction materials. We are currently seeking a Technician to assist our departments in undertaking testing and inspection work. The role would be based in our labs at Clapham and includes some site work in London and the UK.
Annual wage: £19,750 a year
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Training course: Civil engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.00pm. Friday, 8.00am - 3:30pm. Each day 30 minute unpaid lunch break
36.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 01 September 2026
Duration: 3 Years
Positions available: 1
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
The role will be split between site work and work in our offices at Clapham. Your involvement in the first year will be with our Metallurgy and Steelwork Inspection departments, from there you will spend time in each of our other departments including the Construction Materials, Building Inspection and Investigation departments and Geology. In all cases full training will be given and the level of involvement in the different areas will grow as training and competence develops. In addition to building on general laboratory techniques, you will learn to perform specific tests along with sample preparation techniques, mechanical testing and measurement of properties. Additionally, there will be site based work where you will develop inspection techniques, gain experience in further testing types as well as the practicalities of site testing and taking site notes.
Lab Based
Site Based
The role will give you real insight into the use of materials within construction, and the issues that can arise. This is an initial apprentice position, and it is expected that with Sandberg support and encouragement, you will be willing and able to move into a permanent role following this.
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
SOUTH THAMES COLLEGES GROUP
Civil engineering technician (level 3)
You will attend South Thames College for your off the job training.
Apprentice will develop the necessary Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours to be a competent Civil Engineer.
Knowledge
Skills
Behaviours
GCSE or equivalent in:
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Our Apprenticeship scheme provides a perfect way to earn a wage while you gain vital work experience and a nationally recognised qualification. You will be fully supported and mentored through your apprenticeship and be given protected time to complete your course work. Start building your future with an apprenticeship, and the sky’s the limit!
Sandberg is a privately owned organisation able to provide wholly independent professional and technical services to all concerned with the quality and performance of materials. We have some of the best specialised staff and consultants, whose professional ability and integrity is evident in every aspect of their work.
On completion you will receive a national qualification and will have satisfied the requirements for registration as an Engineering Technician by the relevant professional engineering institution in accordance with the requirements of the Engineering Council as the registration body. A number of Apprentices who have completed this apprenticeship with South Thames College have progressed onto the Higher and Degree Apprenticeships.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SANDBERG LLP
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000030525.
Closes on Thursday 04 June 2026
