Civil Engineering Trainee – Steel Structure Works (UAE National)

Vanderlande Industries GmbH; Dubai; On-site; AED 44,640 - 78,120; Full time

Job summary

Vanderlande Industries GmbH is seeking UAE National students pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering for the Civil Engineering Trainee – Steel Structure Works position. The role involves supporting engineering and project teams in site-related technical activities, including inspections, documentation, and project execution within airport logistics. Candidates should have a strong interest in steel structures, and basic AutoCAD skills will be a plus. This position offers valuable industry experience alongside experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Must be a UAE National with Family Book.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings is advantageous.
• Familiarity with site activities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Engineering and Project teams in site and technical activities.
• Assist with reviewing structural steel drawings and documentation.
• Support site inspections and installation activities.
• Help track project updates and site coordination.
• Coordinate with contractors and suppliers as needed.
• Assist in quality and safety compliance activities.

Skills

Interest in steel structures

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Eagerness to learn

Education

Pursuing degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Together we make a difference

We are a leading provider of innovative, high-performance solutions for airport logistics. Our portfolio includes products and services for baggage and cargo handling, advanced software for the digitisation of logistics processes, and a comprehensive range of maintenance and support services. Our major clients include renowned airports and airlines around the world.

We are looking for motivated UAE National students pursuing Civil Engineering degrees who are interested in gaining practical exposure within steel structure works, site engineering, and project execution activities in a dynamic engineering environment.

Role Overview

The Civil Engineering Trainee – Steel Structure Works will support the engineering and project teams in day-to-day technical and site-related activities while gaining practical exposure to structural steel works, site coordination, inspections, technical documentation, and project execution activities within airport logistics projects.

This opportunity is ideal for students looking to gain industry experience and practical engineering exposure alongside experienced professionals.

What are my responsibilities

• Support the Engineering and Project teams in daily site and technical activities.
• Assist with reviewing structural steel drawings, layouts, and technical documentation.
• Support site inspections, installation activities, and progress reporting related to steel structures.
• Assist with tracking project updates, snagging items, and site coordination activities.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams when required.
• Support preparation of reports, checklists, and project documentation.
• Observe and assist with quality and safety compliance activities on site.
• Follow company safety, quality, and operational procedures at all times.

What do you need to qualify for the role?

• UAE National (Family Book required).
• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Interest in steel structures, construction, and engineering project environments.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings and site activities is an advantage.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or related engineering software is a plus.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a practical engineering environment.
• Fluent in English.