Graduate Civil Engineer in Snodland

Energy Jobline CVL; Snodland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An energy company in the UK is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to support crucial infrastructure projects aimed at securing water supply. Responsibilities include developing technical solutions, assisting project delivery, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should have a relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, excellent organisational skills, and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a starting salary of £27,000 and various benefits including holidays and a pension scheme.

Benefits

10% employer contribution to pension scheme

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible annual leave policy

Paid volunteering days

Cycle to work scheme

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Well-being related benefits

Qualifications

• Entry-level experience in civil engineering projects from placement or internship.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Help senior engineers develop technical solutions for capital projects.
• Assist the engineering team on various projects.
• Create project documents including scope, design, and health and safety paperwork.
• Conduct on-site visits to guide contractors.
• Monitor project status, informing the Project Manager.
• Communicate with stakeholders and manage approval processes.
• Take ownership of development in the graduate training programme.

Skills

Good engineering sense

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Education

Qualification in Civil Engineering (HNC, HND, or degree)

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Summary

Ready to dive into a career that makes a real difference? Looking to apply your civil engineering degree to projects that matter to millions of people? As we start out into our next major investment period (AMP8), you’ll work on a variety of schemes crucial for securing our region’s water supply – from upgrading water treatment works and pumping stations to redesigning parts of a 9,000‑mile network of underground pipelines. This is a fantastic mix of above‑ and below‑ground infrastructure projects that supports our capital delivery programme and delivers high‑quality drinking water to customers every day.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Help senior engineers develop technical solutions for capital projects.
• Assist the engineering team on a variety of projects to ensure smooth, on‑time delivery.
• Create key project documents – scope documents, design drawings, and health and safety (CDM) paperwork.
• Conduct on‑site visits to guide contractors and ensure work meets high standards.
• Monitor project status and inform the Project Manager of any issues affecting timelines or costs.
• Communicate with stakeholders and manage external approval processes.
• Take ownership of your development as part of the graduate training programme, tracking progress and building skills.

Qualifications

• A qualification (HNC, HND, or degree) in Civil Engineering or a similar subject.
• Good engineering sense and a solid grasp of industry standards and best practices.
• Great organisational and time‑management skills – you know how to get things done on schedule.
• Some entry‑level experience in civil engineering projects, perhaps from a placement or internship.
• Full UK driving licence, as you’ll be visiting our sites.

Benefits & Compensation

• Excellent stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10 % employer contribution.
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Life assurance.
• Well‑being related benefits.
• Starting salary from £27,000.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We recognize that the communities we serve are diverse and value creativity stemming from all backgrounds. South East Water is committed to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all through recruitment, employment, and career progression.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your CV on our careers website. You must have the legal right to work in the UK and will be required to pass background and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now!