AutoCAD Technician

Aptus Utilities Limited; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility company based in Bolton is seeking a CAD Technician for a full-time permanent position. The ideal candidate will produce detailed drawings, keep accurate records, and ensure communication with relevant authorities. Required skills include knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, along with strong reading, writing, and arithmetic abilities. The role offers various employee benefits including gym discounts and additional time off for community service. Interested applicants should send their CV to the specified email address.

Benefits

Cashback plans for eye-care, dental & prescriptions

Gym, fitness and retail discounts

Extra day off for charity work

Mentoring and ongoing guidance

Employer Assistance Program for health support

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.
• GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in Maths and English is needed.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is essential.
• Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and comprehensive detailed drawings for the design team.
• Produce accurate As-laid drawings of laid mains and services.
• Ensure that relevant people and authorities are updated with latest records.
• Create and maintain drawing logs.
• Keep the electronic filing system up to date with latest plans and information.

Skills

Knowledge of AutoCAD

Microsoft Office skills

Professional communication skills

Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills

Education

GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in Maths and English

Job description

'Aptus is a great place to develop and enhance your knowledge in CAD and the Utility sector, the investment into employees is seen throughout the company. Something I like about my job role is the variety of work as no design is the same. The team I work with are very friendly and helpful. We have many qualities, which come together and create a great team and environment, making it a pleasure to come to work every day'.

-Tom - CAD Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and comprehensive detailed drawings for the design team
• Produce accurate As-laid drawings of laid mains and services
• Ensure that relevant people and authorities are updated with latest records
• Create and maintain drawing logs
• Keep the electronic filing system up to date with latest plans and information
• Create and modify documents using Microsoft Office

What we ask from you

• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required
• GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in Maths and English
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is essential
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work within timescales and to deadlines
• Evidence of interest in, and commitment to, the success of the Aptus Limited
• Understanding of and commitment to the company values

What we can offer in return

• Benefits include cashback plans including eye-care, dental & prescriptions, to name just a few..... please click on our benefits brochure to view further details
• Gym, fitness and retail discounts
• Donate a Day - we will gift you an extra day off each year to do something for charity or within the community
• Mentoring and ongoing guidance, not only to settle you into your role, but throughout your career with Aptus
• We promote physical and mental health and provide additional support to our employees via our Employer Assistance Program all year round

Job Type: Full time, Permanent Position

Office Location: Unit 19‑20, Barrs Fold Road, Wingates Industrial Estate, Bolton, BL5 3XP

What's next?

Please send your CV and contact details to [e-mail]. If you are shortlisted for this role, you will be contacted by a member of our People Team or Hiring Manager, who will usually arrange a short telephone interview before arranging a face‑to‑face interview.