Graduate Civil / Environmental Engineer – Water/Wastewater

Wellington Professional Recruitment; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Graduate Civil/Environmental Engineer to contribute to impactful wastewater infrastructure projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with Northern Ireland Water, gaining hands-on experience in the water and wastewater sector. Ideal for graduates eager to develop their skills in civil engineering, this position promises structured training and collaboration with seasoned professionals. Join a team dedicated to sustainable infrastructure and make a difference in public utilities while building a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related discipline required.
• Prior experience in the water/wastewater sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess foul sewer connection proposals and review engineering drawings.
• Coordinate CCTV surveys and approve 'As-Constructed' drawings.

Skills

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Professional Development

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Environmental Engineering

HND/HNC in related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Are you aGraduate Civil EngineerorEnvironmental Engineerwith a passion for sustainable infrastructure and public utilities? We have a fantastic opportunity for aGraduate Civil / Environmental Engineerto join a leadingEngineering Consultancydelivering professional design and project management services to thewater and wastewater industryinNorthern Ireland.About the Role:You'll be working on high-impact wastewater infrastructure projects as part of a long-term partnership withNorthern Ireland Water (NIW). With over 10 years of collaboration, our client has a strong presence in the delivery of water and wastewater network projects. The successful candidate will beco-located within NI Water premisesin eitherBelfast or Craigavon, working alongside an integrated engineering team.Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment of foul sewer connection proposals from developers.
• Review of engineering drawings and hydraulic calculations.
• Coordination and interpretation ofCCTV surveys.
• Approval of "As-Constructed" drawings for adopted infrastructure.
• Attendance at site meetings and inspections as needed.
• Engagement in sewer adoption activities underArticle 161.
• Site feasibility reviews and desktop development checks.
• MicroDrainageassessments for stormwater layouts (training provided).
• Structural assessment of geo-cellular storage tanks (training provided).

Candidate Profile:To be considered for thisgraduate civil engineering role, you should have:

• A degree or equivalent inCivil Engineering,Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline (e.g., BEng, BSc, HND, HNC).
• Prior experience (including placement) in thewater/wastewater sectoris desirable.
• Proficiency inMicrosoft Office(Word, Excel, Access).
• Familiarity withAutoCADand engineering design software (training available).
• A valid UK driving licence or access to transport for site visits.

Key Skills:

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering reports.
• Desire to develop professionally in thewater infrastructure sector.

Why Apply?This is an excellent entry point for a graduate looking to build a career incivil engineering, particularly within the growingwater and wastewater industryin the UK and Ireland. You'll gain experience on public infrastructure projects, receive structured on-the-job training, and work with experienced engineering professionals.To speak with one of our Civil Engineering Consultants and find out more about the role please callAnne MacEntee or Michael Knoxat Wellington Professional Recruitment.This vacancy is being advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd are those of an Employment Agency on behalf of our client.