The Digital Technician will provide hands‑on support to digital tools, technologies, and ways of working used across engineering and project environments.
This role is designed for someone at the start of their digital career, offering structured on‑the‑job learning, mentoring, and increasing responsibility as capability grows.
The role contributes to enabling safe, efficient, and collaborative delivery through the effective use of digital solutions.
Digital Support & Operations
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Support the setup, operation, and day‑to‑day running of digital tools and environments (e.g. collaboration spaces, digital platforms, and emerging technologies).
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Assist with basic troubleshooting of hardware, software, and digital systems, escalating issues when required.
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Ensure digital equipment, spaces, and systems are prepared, maintained, and used correctly.
Data & Information Handling
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Assist with capturing, storing, and organising digital information in line with agreed standards.
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Support basic data quality checks and version control.
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Follow data protection, information security, and governance requirements at all times.
Project & Team Support
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Provide digital support to project teams, engineers, and other stakeholders as required.
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Assist with preparing digital materials, demonstrations, or collaboration sessions.
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Communicate clearly with colleagues to understand digital needs and support requests.
Learning & Development
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Actively engage in structured learning and development activities aligned to the role.
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Build foundational knowledge of digital engineering tools, data, and processes.
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Apply learning directly within the role, demonstrating continuous improvement over time.
Health, Safety & Compliance
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Work in accordance with health, safety, security, and quality requirements.
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Report hazards, incidents, or system issues appropriately.
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Promote safe and responsible use of digital technologies.
Essential
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Interest in digital technology, IT, or data‑enabled ways of working.
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Basic IT literacy (e.g. Windows, Microsoft 365, file management).
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Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
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Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach.
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Organised, reliable, and able to manage time effectively.
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Comfortable working in an office or technical environment.
Desirable
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Exposure to digital tools, data, or technology through education, hobbies, or work experience.
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Awareness of digital or engineering environments.
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Problem‑solving mindset with attention to detail.
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
Be rewarded.
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.
