Unit 1 Professional Communication

1А Applying for a Job

1. Work in small groups and answer these questions:

1. Have you got a job? If yes, do you like it?

2. If you need to find a (new) job, what should you do?

3. What factors are the most important ones for getting a job?

2. Read the advertisements and find out the main requirements for the jobs.

CASE Consultants is a Civil & Structural Engineering Practice founded in Torquay in 1988. Our busy Practice has enjoyed a challenging & expanding workload acting for Clients throughout the South West, on a variety of public & private sector projects up to £20m. We are seeking to expand the Practice & have the following vacancies:

Chartered Civil / Structural Engineer

Self motivated, chartered or near chartered engineer with at least 5 years design experience required to work on a variety of commercial, industrial & residential projects. Good communication skills & financial awareness are essential.

Graduate / Incorporated Engineer

Ambitious engineer required with sound design experience of general building structures. Candidates should possess a good degree and be keen to develop through ongoing training within the Practice.

AutoCad Technician

Experienced engineering technician required to prepare structural details for a range of new build & refurbishment projects. Experience of steel frame & reinforced concrete detailing would be beneficial.

Salary negotiable depending on experience. Full / part time positions considered.

Mechanical Engineer

This is a unique opportunity to work for a large and diversified global mining organisation operating both open cut and underground projects. Due to an increase in project numbers and scope, an opportunity has now become available for a Mechanical Engineer to join the team working on various projects around Australia.

This role will involve reporting to the engineering superintendent along with managing the mechanical engineering tasks, maintenance planning and execution of works in accordance with mining budgeting plans.

In this role, the mechanical engineer will:

• Maintain compliance with legislative and environmental requirements and ensure risk assessments have been utilised.

• Plan and coordinate the work in an efficient manner which may require liaising with contractors.

• Provide technical support in the preparation of execution plans, method statements and temporary work designs, including supporting calculations to meet project specifications.

• Check drawings, designs, materials and equipment for conformity with project specifications.

• Manage the maintenance planning and daily project inquiries.

The successful applicant will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering

• 2-5 years experience within the mining industry

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills coupled with the ability to manage personnel on site

• Beneficial to have strong project management and planning skills

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to be organised and multi-task