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About this apprenticeship opportunity

We are excited to be looking for a Regulated Water Civil Engineering apprentice to join our Newcastle office. You will work towards achieving a UK Level 6 qualification at Northumbria University.

Jacobs has secured multi-year contracts and projects with leading clients in the water sector throughout UK and Ireland. We need a range of skills to deliver these fantastic opportunities and are therefore recruiting apprentices from all disciplines who are looking to grow their careers in the water sector. We embrace flexible working and welcome candidates based throughout the UK and Ireland.

You will join our team of over 1,000 water professionals, working on a range of high-profile projects and become a part of a world-leading company with excellent career prospects. You will work with teams who have a successful track record in delivering projects specialising in water/wastewater networks, water/wastewater treatment, asset management, integrated catchment management, network modelling and project/programme management. You will work within a multi-disciplinary structure, striving for technical excellence, delivering your projects for agreed timeframes and budgets.

Due to unprecedented demand in the water sector, our teams are currently working on programmes of work for the major water companies in the UK. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will be providing innovative and sustainable solutions in the:

• Design of water treatment plants, pumping stations and distribution networks to supply drinking water
• Design of wastewater treatment plants and drainage network assets to meet the challenge of improving the quality of our rivers
• Design of pressure and gravity pipelines
• Design of site layouts in markets as diverse as water, datacentres and energy and power
• Preparation of feasibility studies for new water and wastewater assets including for the regional transfer of water across the UK within the RAPID SRO programme

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in which staff can pursue their interests and develop new skills, whilst contributing to our growth strategy. In ensuring we do things right, we will support the development and expansion of our technical capabilities in areas where our clients need it, not just now but in the future. In challenging the accepted, we will continue to aim higher whilst delivering high quality technical work in a cost-effective way.

Jacobs prides itself on having a diverse and inclusive team and we are looking for talented apprentices to work on a wide range of projects, and we offer excellent career progression while enabling you to play your role in protecting our environment and making a lasting impact. Whatever you decide to do, our friendly teams will be on hand to help you along the way.

Here's what you'll need

• A minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points including Grade B in A-level Mathematics or equivalent
• A keen interest in civil engineering and regulated water management
• Strong communication and teamworking skills
• A flexible and proactive self-starter who’s passionate about developing new skills
• The ability to adapt and prioritise whilst juggling work and study priorities
• Enthusiasm and curiosity to apply your skills to solve real-world problems
• Empathy and listening skills to help you truly understand our clients’ requirements
• A well-rounded person – worked in a bar? Been captain of a sports team or volunteered for a charity? Tell us – we’re looking for people with interesting stories and experiences!
• You must have the permanent right to work in the UK

What will you get?

Recognised throughout industry as a benchmark of good practice, our Early Careers Programmes offer a structured approach to Continuous Professional Development. You’ll learn technical, behavioural and business skills to set you up for a successful career. As a member of the Jacobs Apprenticeship community, a mentor will support you with your learning as well as opportunities to network across Jacobs. We want you to have unlimited learning opportunities and space for growth so you can fulfil your potential.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging.

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