Holly Graham

Studied at (university/ college): Liverpool John Moores University

Degree: Mechanical Engineering, 2:1

What attracted you to Sisk?

The travel opportunities and the wide range of projects and experience available.

How did you find the recruitment process?

The group activity was interesting and the factual exercise was good to get you thinking about different parts of the business. Well organised.

How are you supported through the programme?

We have a mentor who reads and improves the reports we write about our 8-month placements and they keep in touch constantly to ensure we are happy with our placement. The two projects I have been on also had a very supportive team on site.

Please describe in summary what your day/week looks like in your current/most recent placement you’d like to share?

I am on the Isle of Man Ferry Terminal, this is an amazing project as there is so much historical value working on the Docks of Liverpool. Learning for the archaeologists on site has been fascinating. I started the project towards the end of the enabling works stage, so currently my job consists of analysing groundworks and tidal data (how the tide is affecting the quay wall).

What have you found most challenging?

The first week starting on a project when you are getting your bearings of the site, but this is enviable and having a great site team makes it a lot easier.

Any tips for future applicants?

Always ask questions. Have fun. Ask for tasks, don’t wait to be given it!