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About the team

We have a dedicated Design teams which can provide a multitude of design services from concept design through to construction.

The Design teams are at the forefront of establishing cost-effective, risk-based solutions that meet the demands of our industry leading water company. Design teams shape the direction of travel we take in delivering our £180 million pound capital delivery programme which is the main source of our workload.

We have a team of 120 designers working within the Engineering and Sustainability Design department and typically you will find that Civil Engineers lead the development of the project. For that reason, they need to attain a strong understanding of other departments and discipline areas to be successful.

What you'll do

You will be involved in a wide range of activities that are needed to successfully deliver a design solution. You will interface with various departments and meet with external customers to define the solution to take forward.

You will obtain essential skills, knowledge and experiences in the areas of:

  • hydraulics
  • geotechnical design
  • construction
  • structural design
  • planning and environment
  • regulatory influences
  • waste and water process treatment
  • mechanical and electrical considerations
  • digital design, including 3D and 2D outputs
  • estimating.

If you demonstrate the necessary drive and diligence required to be successful, you will be given the opportunity to take on increasingly complex challenges with the mentoring and support of a dedicated, professional team.

We have a successful track record in developing well-rounded young engineers and we are passionate about developing the design staff of the future.

Skills and values we are looking for

  • Communication.
  • Teamwork.
  • IT/digital.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Organisation.
  • Problem solving.
  • Presenting.
  • Numeracy.
  • Logic.
  • Analytical.
  • Creative.
  • Initiative.

Where you'll work

This role is mainly based at our Operations Centre, Bath, but you will also be expected to visit other sites. To attain the unique knowledge and experience, you will be assigned to various departments during the duration of the apprenticeship.

What you'll need

  • A drive to succeed and have resilience when you experience a mistake or knockbacks.
  • Be friendly and approachable.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Have a zest to learn and take on new challenges.
  • Be accurate and conscious in the work you will deliver.
  • Treat people with respect and listen to people’s ideas and suggestions.
  • Be an effective communicator.
  • Enjoy problem-solving.
  • A good team player.
  • Demonstrate strong ethics and an affinity for minimising environment impact.

Further information

Duration

  • Five and a half years plus end point assessment.

Qualifications you'll gain

  • Civil Engineering Level 6 Apprenticeship.
  • BEng in Civil Engineering.

Training provision

  • Training will be delivered by UWE (Bristol).
  • One day per week at university.