Graduate Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water industry seeks a Project Support Engineer for a 1-year training role that offers hands-on experience in project delivery. Responsibilities include assisting project teams, managing documentation, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in engineering and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Prior work or placement in engineering, manufacturing, or project management.
• Knowledge of construction safety and CDM regulations essential.
• CAD experience and understanding of engineering drawings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams in delivering projects following health and safety regulations.
• Review contracts and coordinate with departments to meet deadlines.
• Update Project Manager on project status and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Computer skills

Tools

MS Office

Project

ERP systems

Job description

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This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and training (approx. 1 year) in project delivery, with the potential to progress to a various engineering pathways upon successful completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Support: Assist project teams in delivering projects, adhering to company health, safety, quality, and environmental systems.
• Documentation & Coordination: Review project contracts, specifications, and schedules; coordinate with departments to meet deadlines and ensure smooth project execution.
• Communication & Reporting: Update Project Manager on project status, report any cost or timeline variations, and communicate effectively with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Meetings & Progress Monitoring: Organize project reviews, maintain schedules, and prepare progress reports. Attend client meetings, both in the UK and Ireland, when required.
• Contract Management: Ensure compliance with contract terms, manage variations, and minimize warranty claims.

Training & Development:

• Gain knowledge for progression to Project Engineer through on-the-job experience and formal training.
• Participate in regular reviews to monitor personal development progress.
• Promote health and safety, supervise subcontractors on-site, and assist in developing Construction Phase Plans.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations, review RAMS, and manage material delivery to site.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience: Prior work or placement in engineering, manufacturing, or project management.
• Skills: Strong communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and computer skills (MS Office, Project, ERP systems).
• Health & Safety: Knowledge of construction safety, CDM regulations, and site rules.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel and occasionally stay overnight within the UK and Ireland.
• CAD experience and an understanding of engineering drawings and wastewater treatment processes.
• The role involves working at office, workshops, supply chain premises, and construction sites within the water industry. Accommodations may be made for employees with disabilities.