Ports Engineering Apprentice - Plymouth (2027 Start)
AECOM
- Location
- Plymouth, England, United Kingdom
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Entry
- Posted
- 2h ago
About this role
Ports Engineering Apprentice - Plymouth (2027 Start) Full-time State/Province: Glasgow City Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Limited Business Line: Transportation Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: UK - Glasgow - 177 Bothwell Street Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
About the Role AECOM is looking for enthusiastic and motivated apprentices to join our Ports Engineering teams. You’ll support a diverse range of projects involving the planning, design and development of maritime and coastal infrastructure, helping to deliver safe, resilient and sustainable solutions for ports, harbours and waterfront environments. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and other technical professionals in multidisciplinary teams, gaining practical experience across the project lifecycle. Through on-the-job learning, formal training and mentoring, you’ll develop your technical skills and knowledge while working towards a recognised qualification and building a career in Ports Engineering. What You’ll Do As a Ports Engineering Apprentice, you’ll work closely with experienced engineers who will provide guidance and support as you develop your skills. Your responsibilities will grow as your knowledge and confidence develop, giving you increasing exposure to live projects and technical work. You’ll gain experience using industry-standard engineering, design and modelling software, as well as digital engineering and BIM tools, depending on project requirements. Your work may include: Assisting with the preparation of engineering drawings, plans, models and supporting documentation. Supporting the design and development of port, harbour, marine and waterfront infrastructure. Assisting with the preparation of technical calculations, specifications and design information. Helping to collect, analyse and interpret site, survey and engineering data. Supporting the assessment and development of solutions for existing and new maritime infrastructure. Participating in site visits, surveys and inspections to gather information and understand existing conditions. Assisting with technical reports, presentations and other project deliverables. Working collaboratively with engineers, designers and other technical professionals across multidisciplinary project teams. Supporting project administration and maintaining accurate project records. Developing your understanding of relevant engineering standards, guidance, legislation and industry best practice. As you progress through your apprenticeship, you’ll be encouraged to take on greater responsibility and contribute more independently to project tasks and technical deliverables. You may also have opportunities to work alongside other engineering disciplines, providing exposure to a broad range of infrastructure and development projects.
Qualifications
This role is ideal for school leavers with GCSEs, A-Levels or equivalent qualifications who can demonstrate: A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above,