Digital Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - UK

Murphy Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction company is offering a Digital Engineering Technician Apprenticeship in Cannock. This office-based role includes travel and day release study. Candidates must have GCSE Maths and English. The apprenticeship focuses on digital engineering techniques with a supportive team. Benefits include professional development investment, holiday entitlement, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discretionary annual bonus

Above market rate contributory pension scheme

Life assurance and health screening

Subsidised canteen facilities

Access to wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• No previous experience required, but readiness to learn is essential.
• Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of drawings, models, and visualisations.
• Communicate complex concepts to project team members.
• Participate in study and skills development within the workplace.

Skills

Positive mindset

Can-do attitude

Education

GCSE Maths and English at grade A*-C / 4-9 (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Digital Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - UK

Role: Digital Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - UK

Start date: September 2026

Office based role with travel to sites and various projects. Day release apprenticeship study at the workplace.

About Us
Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Murphy operates in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, providing engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. Murphy employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives globally.

Role and Programme

The Digital Engineering Technician Apprentice will work alongside the team of Digital Coordinators and technicians as part of the discipline design teams. They will be guided by mentors to produce deliverables to support the delivery of drawings, models and visualisations across a multidisciplinary team. The apprenticeship covers various digital engineering techniques and aspects within an industry that has a growing demand on data automation, information management and BIM. The Apprentice will be a key member of the team, using engineering principles to communicate complex concepts to project team members. The apprentice will be supported by line managers to achieve goals through study and by gaining skills within the workplace.

Qualifications and Entry Requirements

What qualification will I receive through the apprenticeship?

• As part of this apprenticeship, you will follow the Digital Engineering Technician Level 3 apprenticeship standard which takes 3 years to complete.

What you’ll need to be considered

• GCSE Maths and English at grade A*-C / 4-9 (or equivalent)
• You don’t need previous experience, but you need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude
• Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note that we do not provide sponsorship.

Locations

Where will I be based on the apprenticeship?

• Cannock Office, Hawks Green Lane, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 7LH
• London Office, Kentish Town, Hiview House, Highgate Road, London, NW5 1TN
• Warrington Office, 1 Bridge Court, Yew Tree Road, Stonecross Business Park, Golborne, Warrington, WA3 3JD

Values

• One Family, One Team, One Murphy
• Always Deliver
• Respect, Integrity & Accountability
• Never Harm
• Continually Improve

What you’ll get in return

• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development.
• A diverse and inclusive culture with opportunities to participate in events and Murphy’s inclusion initiatives.
• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days per year; holidays increase with length of service.
• Two days per year to donate time to a charity of your choosing.
• Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review.
• Above market rate contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus.
• Extra weeks of holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus.
• Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations.
• Other benefits include retail discounts, cashback, discounted gym memberships and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Access to Murphy Wellbeing resources and support services.

Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process consists of two stages:

• Application including a CV
• In-person interview

We are committed to equal opportunity and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss adjustments, please contact [e-mail].

Note: If a high volume of suitable applications are received, opportunities may close early. Please submit your application as soon as possible.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.

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