Degree Apprentice Civil Design Engineer in Batley, gb

Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.

Where will you be working?

At M Group Water we help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards.

We’re problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The successful candidate will enrol onto the Level 6 Civil Engineering Degree (Design) Apprenticeship, with one of our partner universities.

Over 5 years, you will work towards a BEng/BSc in Civil Engineering, as well as working towards becoming qualified as an Incorporated Engineer with the Institution of Civil Engineers.

Activities you may be involved in include:

CAD design work

Drafting scheme documents

Prepare technical drawings

Familiarise and work across supporting teams

Assist and support in site inspections, surveys and setting out activities

Support and assist the planning, delivery and supervision of civil engineering works on water and wastewater infrastructure projects

Liaison with local and public authorities

Ensure all work aligns with company health, safety, environmental and quality policies

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

As a Degree Apprentice you will be recruited on a permanent contract and after completing your apprenticeship and professional accreditation with the Institution of Civil Engineers, becoming an Incorporated Engineer, you will have the knowledge, experience and professional membership to progress and be rewarded with a great career at M Group.

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

A-Level Maths or BTEC Level 3, Level 3 Extended Diploma, including Maths, or Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction or Engineering Technician or HND in similar fields.

Maths GCSE Grade 6 required

Great communication skills and a willingness to learn

A collaborative approach and a drive to make a difference

A full UK/EU driving licence and willingness to travel

You'll be enrolled on to

Evolve & Thrive

our structured development programme designed to help graduate and degree apprentices to build the skills, experience and confidence needed to become one of M Group's future leaders. Throughout your journey, you'll broaden your knowledge, develop your professional capabilities and benefit from a supportive network that empowers you to achieve your full potential.

As an M Group Graduate or Degree Apprentice, you can look forward to:

Tailored development opportunities

including face-to-face development events, virtual workshops and team-building experiences. These opportunities are designed to strengthen your leadership, communication and collaboration skills while helping you build connections across the business.

A structured learning journey

covering a range of topics including leadership, communication, commercial awareness, sustainability, project management and AI, helping you develop the skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Networking opportunities

with graduates, degree apprentices, business leaders and colleagues from across M Group, enabling you to build meaningful relationships and expand your professional network.

Professional development support , with access to guidance, resources and support to help you work towards relevant professional qualifications and achieve your long-term career ambitions.

A strong support network

from our Early Careers Team, business leaders and peers across the organisation, providing encouragement, insight and practical support throughout your development journey.

At M Group, we're committed to helping you grow and succeed, providing the experiences, connections and opportunities you need to thrive in your career and make a lasting impact.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include;

Contributory pension scheme

Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

Employee assistance programme

My Rewards portal, access to 1000’s of retail discounts

Life assurance

Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes

Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave

Reward and recognition scheme

Recommend a friend – get rewarded for introducing people to us!

In addition, this role offers;

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

About us

We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. We’re one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs.

Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours.

We’re

responsible

and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet

We’re

open

and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations

We’re

together

and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts

We’re

ambitious

and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for life

Whether you’re a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development.

It’s an exceptional time to be a part of M Group.

Please note:

Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.

For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3 rd

party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding.

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