Graduate Environmental Advisor

Costain Group; Camberley; Presencial; GBP 25.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Costain Group is a leading infrastructure company in the UK, offering a 2-year Graduate Development Programme (GDP) that blends technical development with leadership skills. You’ll work across the Thames Valley and Thames South regions, contributing to water and wastewater projects and connecting with fellow graduates through dedicated networks.

The GDP provides hands-on experience, with modules like Growing your Career and Group Coaching.

Formación

• Grad IOSH is required.
• IPD development expected.
• Degree with Environmental Management element is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assist and support the SHE, Contract Operational and Supply Chain teams in implementing the Group SHE Management System.
• Assist in developing skills to enable future delivery of training for contract teams to implement the System.
• Support delivery of Contract SHE requirements and annual SHE objectives.
• Engage with the Contract SHE Assurance programme to ensure compliance with company and statutory requirements.
• Assist with investigation of unplanned events and close out of assurance findings and share lessons.
• Support reporting, analysis and use of SHE data to inform Contract Leadership.

Conocimientos

Grad IOSH

IPD (IPD)

Educación

BSc Health & Safety Management

Environmental Management element (Desirable)

Descripción del empleo

About the role

To assist the Contract SHE functions and support the development of SHE solutions to enable the Contract / Operational Teams to implement the Group SHE Management System.
To gain experience, knowledge and develop relationships with stakeholders, whilst maintaining an independent and objective view of SHE Performance on the Contract.

About the project

Costain are working with Thames Water on a variety of water and wastewater projects and have fantastic opportunities for individuals to join our growing AMP8 delivery team, working predominantly across the Thames Valley and Thames South regions. There is a mix of projects ranging from smaller capital maintenance to large civil new build schemes.

Graduate Development Programme

By joining our 2-year Graduate programme, you’ll get the best of both worlds—great technical development and exciting opportunities to grow your personal confidence and leadership skills. You’ll be working alongside your team to deliver standout, best-in-class projects across the infrastructure sector, all while learning and building your career step by step.

The Graduate Development Programme (GDP) is also a fantastic chance to meet and network with other graduates joining us at the same time. You’ll connect with people across different projects and disciplines throughout the UK, creating a supportive community from day one. Throughout the 2 years, you’ll come together both in person and virtually to take part in engaging modules and activities such as “Growing your Career,” “Costain In Action,” and “Group Coaching.” These sessions are designed to inspire you, challenge you in the best way, and help you get the most out of your programme.

Your line manager will be fully on hand to support your learning, and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to talk through how you can put what you’re learning into your everyday work.

We also strongly recommend getting involved with our Graduate and Apprentice network (GRaAPs). It’s a brilliant way to meet other Early Careers members, discover what’s happening across different teams and projects, and explore areas of the business that genuinely interest you—helping you shape your future learning and direction.

And as a graduate, you’ll have the chance to help influence and shape future recruitment programmes and early careers opportunities—making a real difference to what comes next for future intakes.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support the SHE and Contract Operational and Supply Chain Teams and develop relationships with Stakeholders to successfully implement the Group SHE Management System
• Assist and develop skills to enable the future delivery of training, to allow the contract team to successfully implement the Group SHE Management System
• Assist and support the SHE, Contract Operational and Supply Chain Contractors in the delivery of the Contract SHE requirements
• Assist and actively support the delivery of the annual Contract and Group SHE Objectives
• Assist and actively engage with the Contract SHE Assurance programme to ensure compliance with company and statutory requirements
• Actively assist with the investigation of all unplanned events and close out of assurance findings, ensuring lessons are shared in accordance with the Group SHE Management System
• Assist with the timely reporting, analysis, and use of SHE data to support and influence the Contract Leadership Team

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Essential

• Grad IOSH

Desirable

• Work placement and / or relevant SHE experience in relevant industry / field
• Grad IOSH and registered for Initial Professional Development (IPD).

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Health & Safety Management / Health, Safety and Environmental Management or equivalent

Desirable

• Degree with an element of Environmental Management