Building services design technician
Support engineers, surveyors and architects on construction projects
A building services design technician provides assistance to engineers and other construction professionals in the development of cost-effective technical and sustainable design solutions involving the production of three-dimensional models, calculations, specifications, reports and drawings, taking into account, where appropriate, prefabrication techniques. As a building services design technician apprentice, your work will include systems such as renewable technologies, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, drainage, lighting, power, controls and lifts. Buildings and infrastructure take on many forms, from newly built facilities to the refurbishment of premises for every sector of industry. You’ll work under supervision in a design consultancy, at a contractor, or with a manufacturing company.
Duration: 36 months
Relevant school subjects: Science and DT
Entry requirements: Five GCSEs, including maths, English and science
Achievement upon completion: Level 3 (Advanced)—equivalent to A-levels at grades
Potential salary upon completion: £24,000 per annum
Find out more: www.apprenticeshipguide.co.uk
