Apprentice River and Coastal Civil

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Civil Engineering (Ground Engineering) apprentice to join their Glasgow office. You will work towards a UK Level 6 qualification while getting hands-on experience in geotechnical designs and team projects. The role offers a structured early careers program with mentorship and opportunities for professional growth. Candidates should have 120 UCAS tariff points and an interest in ground engineering. Join us for unlimited learning and development potential.

Benefits

Structured approach to Continuous Professional Development

Mentorship within the Jacobs Apprenticeship community

Qualifications

• A minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points or equivalent.
• Interest in ground engineering.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Learn new skills using specialist software.
• Assist in delivering multi-disciplinary projects.
• Support construction and ground investigation site work.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamworking skills

Flexibility and proactivity

Problem-solving skills

Empathy and listening skills

Education

120 UCAS tariff points or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are excited to be looking for a Civil Engineering (Ground Engineering) apprentice to join our Glasgow office. You will work towards achieving a UK Level 6 qualification at the University of Strathclyde or Glasgow Caledonian University. Want to know what it's like to be an apprentice working at Jacobs? Meet our UK Apprentices! https//www.jacobs.com/newsroom/news/world-where-you-can-meet-our-uk-apprentices. What will you get? Recognised throughout industry as a benchmark of good practice, our Early Careers Programmes offer a structured approach to Continuous Professional Development. You'll learn technical, behavioural and business skills to set you up for a successful career. As a member of the Jacobs Apprenticeship community, a mentor will support you with your learning as well as opportunities to network across Jacobs. We want you to have unlimited learning opportunities and space for growth so you can fulfil your potential.

Responsibilities

You will be supported in learning new skills using specialist software, learning design principles and standards and assisting in delivering - and adding value to - our projects. You will gain experience working on multi-disciplinary projects undertaking geotechnical designs and calculations, producing technical drawings and supporting construction and ground investigation site work. You will be assigned a dedicated mentor to guide you and oversee your development.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points or equivalent
• A keen interest in ground engineering
• Strong communication and teamworking skills
• A flexible and proactive self-starter who's passionate about developing new skills
• The ability to adapt and prioritise whilst juggling work and study priorities
• Enthusiasm and curiosity to apply your skills to solve real‑world problems
• Empathy and listening skills to help you truly understand our clients' requirements
• A well‑rounded person - worked in a bar? Been captain of a sports team or volunteered for a charity? Tell us - we're looking for people with interesting stories and experiences!
• You must have the permanent right to work in the UK