Engineering construction technician | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Engineering construction technicians install, service and repair machines and equipment in buildings, factories and industrial plants.

  • Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities using calculator or computer.  
  • Read and review project blueprints and structural specifications to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements.  
  • Draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects and to ensure
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Engineering construction technicians typically work around 40 to 42 hours per week.

As a Engineering construction technician you will typically work evenings / weekends.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely
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    * from ONETonline
    Average salary
    28,205 GBP *
    per year
    18,000 GBP
    32,000 GBP
    Starting
    5+ Experience
    * data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
    Average salary for Engineering construction technician

    • 29,372 GBP
    • 24,771 GBP
    Average salary for part-time Engineering construction technician
    Average salary for full-time Engineering construction technician

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    Salary over time for Engineering construction technician

    Salary for this role has increased over time
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    Future outlook for Engineering construction technicians

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    Balanced outlook
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    1% yearly wage growth (on average)
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    38% chance of automation in the future

    Engineering construction technician - Your future job?


    Which qualifications do I need?

    Find out what you need to know in order to become a Engineering construction technician and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

    In terms of people already doing this job:

    • 30% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma
    • 28% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree
    • 21% of people in this role have a Diploma of Higher Education or equivalent

    You could take a college course, which would teach you some of the skills needed for the job and may help you to find a trainee position with a company. Relevant courses include:

    • Level 2 Certificate in Engineering
    • Level 2 Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
    • Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Construction Maintenance
    • T level in Design, Surveying and Planning

    If you want to specialise in design work, you could take a course in computer aided design.


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    What soft skills do I need?

    Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Engineering construction technician.
    Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
    Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
    Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
    Mathematics Using mathematics to solve problems
    Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively

    What technical skills do I need?

    Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Engineering construction technician. Check that you know:
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    Computer aided design CAD software
    2
    Development environment software Microsoft Visual Basic
    3
    Electronic mail software Email software; IBM Notes
    4
    Map creation software Bentley Systems InRoads Suite; Digital terrain modeling software; ESRI ArcGIS software
    5
    Spreadsheet software Microsoft Excel
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    Things to highlight for your Engineering construction technician interview

    Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

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