Web Development Apprentice

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of internal web applications and automation tools
• Support the maintenance and enhancement of existing business systems
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Learn to design, build, and consume APIs and web services
• Work with version control and development pipelines
• Collaborate with wider IT and business teams to deliver practical solutions

Requirements

• A genuine interest in software and web development
• Basic understanding of programming or web technologies (via study, personal projects, or coursework)
• Strong problem-solving skills and high attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and take constructive feedback

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to C#, ASP.NET, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, or SQL
• Experience with Git or other version control systems
• Completion of any personal or academic coding projects

Benefits

• Hands-on experience working on real-world business projects
• Mentorship from an experienced senior developer
• Structured learning and development opportunities
• Discretionary bonus and life assurance (4x salary)
• Generous pension and employee assistance programme
• 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Array of perks via Salary Extras

About the Company

Joseph Gallagher Limited is a leading family-owned civil engineering and tunnelling contractor. Founded in 1982, we deliver expertise across a wide range of construction and specialist services, with client satisfaction and quality at the core of everything we do. We are committed to a culture of safety and wellbeing through our award-winning LIFE programme.