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Trainee AutoCAD Designer

Wernick Hire, the UK's largest and longest standing National provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation, is looking for a talented individual to join their team.

We are recruiting for a full time Trainee Designer to join our small team in Chawston Bedfordshire.

Established since 1934, The Wernick Group continue to be a family run and owned company who have more than doubled their profits in the last 5 years. We believe that our success has been driven by the quality and dedication of our workforce. Our business is full of people with enthusiasm and vision coupled with friendliness and a real can-do spirit.

Important Information
Location: Wernick Hire - Chawston , Chawston Lane, Chawston, Bedford, England, Bedfordshire, MK44 3BH
Date Posted: 1st May 2024
Closing Date: 2nd May 2024
Industry: land / Property and Construction
Job Type: Full time
Salary: Based on Experience

About the role

Who we are looking for:

  • You should be familiar with 2d AutoCAD and Revit (Revit not essential) and have a working knowledge of Microsoft office applications.

  • Be a ‘can do’ person with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • You will have a good technical ability, be a quick learner with strong attention to detail and be passionate about accuracy.

  • We will provide training so you can learn technical information relative to modular buildings. It would be desirable if you have an awareness/basic knowledge of building regulations but not a necessity.

  • Work well under pressure in our busy office.

  • Good timekeeping.

Job responsibilities:

  • Your responsibilities will include interpreting spreadsheet schedules or hand drawn sketches to produce high quality presentation drawings for modular buildings, small cabins layouts, large multi story buildings, elevations, foundation pad layouts and site plans.

  • Amend, review and issue drawings, record amendments and maintain files.

A full driving license and own transport is essential due to our rural location.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company. 

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.

What you will need

Required criteria

  • Driving License and own vehicle to commute to the depot
  • Familiar with 2d AutoCAD software
  • Excellent technical ability
  • Good timekeeping
  • Be able to work well under pressure
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desired criteria

  • REVIT Software
  • Basic Knowledge of building regulations
  • Experience of designing modular buildings

Wernick Group Limited

The Wernick® Group of Companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934, growing from a humble maker of poultry crates to become Britain’s largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation.

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Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?

Rich Heritage, Progressive Future: As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.

Diverse Opportunities: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.

Commitment to Excellence: At Wernick, excellence isn’t just a goal; it's our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.

Continuous Investment in People: We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.

Simplicity and Efficiency: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.

Environmental and Social Responsibility: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.

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Clear path to progression: We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That’s why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.

With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.

Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.

The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands-on experience as you become a member of our team.

The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.

Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.

By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources they need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.

Our benefits

Your Future with the Wernick Group

At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that’s building the future of construction. Join us in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to quality, and let's be 'Altogether Stronger'.

Vacation, Paid time off

Retirement plan and/or pension

Employee development programs

Employee discounts

Free parking

Referral bonus

Competitive salary

Life insurance

Long service recognition

Employee Assistance Scheme

Wellbeing Scheme

Shopping Cashback

Work With Charities

Social Opportunities

Annual Rise

Profit Share

Employee Recognition Scheme

On the job learning

Progression opportunities

Access to Health & Wellbeing app

Long service awards

Service recognition increases to annual leave

Trainee AutoCAD Designer

The Wernick® Group of Companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934, growing from a humble maker of poultry crates to become Britain’s largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation.