Graduate Civil Engineer (Ref 29719)
Posted 3 days 10 hours ago by Environment Agency
Change the World and Your Future
Join the Environment Agency, where your passion for engineering and the environment can make a real impact. Climate change is reshaping our world, and you can be at the forefront of solutions that protect communities, wildlife, and natural resources. This is your chance to launch a career that combines purpose, innovation, and real-world impact.
About Us
The Environment Agency is dedicated to protecting and improving the environment across the UK. We work with local communities and partners to reduce flooding risks, ensure water supply, and set environmental standards. Every day, we tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time and you could be a part of it.
Your Role as a Civil Engineering Graduate
As a Civil Engineering Graduate with us, you ll play a crucial role in reducing flood risks and supporting our journey to becoming a carbon net-zero organisation by 2030. Our Graduate Training Scheme is a structured, hands-on programme that spans 4-5 years, giving you the skills, experience, and network to kickstart an extraordinary career. Here s what you can expect:
- Diverse Placements: With 6-12 month rotations across different teams, you ll get to work on everything from asset management to project planning and site supervision.
- Flexible Pathways: Your journey is tailored to your interests. Whether you want to focus on hands-on engineering, strategic planning, or project management, we help you shape your future.
- Learning & Development: Accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), our programme guides you toward Incorporated (IEng) and Chartered (CEng) status.
Teams You ll Work With:
- Asset Performance: Help maintain critical flood defences, assess assets, propose solutions, and manage small construction projects.
- Partnerships and Strategic Overview (PSO): Contribute to future flood defence projects, conduct financial benefit assessments, and engage with partners and communities.
- Programme and Contract Management (PCM): Lead projects that protect communities, gaining experience in financial management, contract negotiation, and supplier coordination.
Throughout the programme, you ll work alongside expert engineers and receive mentorship and support from our professional development advisors.
What We re Looking For
Are you passionate about making a difference? If you re a graduate with a background in Civil Engineering (ideally with an MEng or BEng degree) and have an ICE-accredited degree, we want to hear from you. Successful candidates will hold, or be prepared to obtain, a full UK driving license within six months.
To thrive with us, you ll need:
- Curiosity and a willingness to learn from diverse placements
- Strong people skills and the ability to collaborate effectively
- Leadership potential and problem-solving abilities
Why Choose the Environment Agency?
Not only do we offer an impactful career, but we also provide a benefits package to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. Here s a snapshot of what you can enjoy:
- Generous Annual Leave & Flexible Work Arrangements
- Excellent Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme for Wellbeing Support
- Shopping & Leisure Discounts, and Interest-Free Loans for Bikes and Season Tickets
The Environment Agency is committed to inclusivity and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of any age, gender, or background. Ready to make an impact with us? Find out more about our work, culture, and the benefits of joining the Environment Agency here
Click APPLY NOW to submit your application. Closing date for applications: 5 th January 2025
Shortlisting will take place in January 2025 with interviews in February/ March 2025. Successful candidates start in September 2025