Bridgwater, United Kingdom
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We're looking for a Civil Engineer Degree Apprentice to join our Natural Resources, Infrastructure team working on our prestigious Bridgwater Tidal Barrier project based in Bridgwater, Somerset, working towards a Level 6 apprenticeship in Civil Engineering. Within this role you can enjoy 26 days annual leave, 24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme, and even more https://jobs.kier.co.uk/benefits/ This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on an apprenticeship. Whilst working towards a recognised qualification, you'll be able to put your learnings into practice in your day-to-day role, helping you progress within your chosen career. https://www.kier.co.uk/who-we-are/our-business-divisions/ Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Hours: 40hrs per week Salary: £22,000 - with salary earning potential of £35k+ upon completion of the course! Start date: September 2026 How does a degree apprenticeship work? As a Civil Engineer Degree Apprentice you'll have the opportunity to gain practical experience whilst you study towards a BEng Civil Engineering with our university partner Coventry, all tuition and accommodation fees covered by us. You'll work closely with the Natural Resources, Infrastructure team to design and deliver projects that are key to the UK's infrastructure Your day to day will include: * Responsible for maintaining setting out and dimensional control, to ensure accurate construction of the work. (Initially assisting the project engineer and then taking them over once competent). * Assisting in managing systems to enable the progress of work to be reviewed against time, quality, dimensions and quantity with the site teams and project engineer. * Taking responsibility for regularly checking the setting out points and benchmarks and checking that all setting out instruments and measuring equipment are delivered to site with a calibration certificate and recorded accordingly. * Be aware of the provisions of the Kier Health and Safety Management System and to assist in its implementation to ensure a safe working environment. * Attending university during pre-determined block weeks to attend lectures and meet other students on your course. What are the benefits for you? * Practical experience: gain valuable hands-on experience in your field. * Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills. * Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network. * Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths.
