Apprentice Civil Engineer (Level 4) - Sizewell, Suffolk - 2026 - Leiston

Balfour Beatty PLC; Leiston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an Apprentice Civil Engineer in Leiston, UK. In this role, you will assist in planning and constructing vital structures like roads and bridges while pursuing a Level 4 qualification. With structured training and a supportive environment, you'll gain the skills necessary for a successful career in civil engineering and enjoy numerous future opportunities.

Benefits

Structured training

Salary and benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• A Levels or equivalent are required.
• Willingness to learn both on-site and in the office.
• Ability to work towards a Level 4 Civil Engineering Senior Technician qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and constructing roads, bridges, and buildings.
• Learn how to design, build, and maintain structures safely.
• Work towards achieving a formal qualification in Civil Engineering.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

A Levels or equivalent

Job description

As an Apprentice Civil Engineer, your job is like helping plan and construct things like roads, bridges, and buildings. You'll work on-site and in the office, learning how to design, build, and maintain these structures whilst ensuring everything is built correctly and safely.

For our Level 4 Apprenticeship, you'll need A Levels or equivalent, typically 2 A Levels. This programme is designed for those looking to step into higher-level roles that demand specialised knowledge and increased responsibility.

During your Apprenticeship, you'll work towards achieving a Level 4 Civil Engineering Senior Technician qualification which typically as a duration of 3 years with further opportunities to progress upon completion.

What makes Balfour Beatty a great place to work? Is it the limitless career opportunities, our inclusive culture, the scale and complexity of our projects or working alongside the industry's finest experts? Hear from our colleagues across the UK, US and Hong Kong on why you should shape a career at Balfour Beatty. Visit our website to find out more and explore our exciting career opportunities: www.balfourbeattycareers.com #ShapeEverything, We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK's largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

Would you prefer to learn by 'doing' with a support network around you and access to a development programme that will give you the skills and confidence to become anything you want to be, all whilst taking home a salary?

If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, 'I helped build that' then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together., Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you'll receive structured training and support from day one, and a formal qualification. Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job-it's a pathway to a promising future.