Graduate

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Civil Engineer Graduate to join our SBIM team based in Bristol. Whether you are finishing university or looking for the next step in your career, this is a great place to develop your skills, confidence and future career.

Starting Salary: £30,000.00 per annum (Subject to review) 

Location: Severn Bridge Maintenance Unit, Aust, Bristol, South Glos BS35 4BD

Working hours per week: Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, 40 hours per week.

Start date: April 2027 

Our two-year Graduate Pathway will challenge and inspire you to reach your full potential and build your career, with a guaranteed permanent position to transition into on completion. Throughout the pathway, you will receive first-class mentoring and structured learning and development to support your professional and personal growth. We will also contribute towards a relevant professional qualification.

About the team:

Severn Bridges is working in partnership with National Highways on the Specialist Bridges Inspection & Maintenance contract of three bridges in Southwest England over a 15-year period.  

Covering the maintenance of three major structures; the 1.4km M5 Avonmouth Bridge, the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge which comprises three structures, the 2.1km Avon Viaduct, 948m Cable Stay and 2.077km Gwent Viaduct as well as the 1.6km M48 Severn Bridge, a suspension bridge that has second highest tidal range in the world at 14.5m. We are responsible for the cyclic maintenance and daily structure inspection checks.

What you will do:

• Undertake numerical analysis and assessment calculations to determine the structural load carrying capacity of a variety of structures.

• Propose strengthening and maintenance options.

• Plan and undertake bridge inspections to confirm structural details and condition.

• Develop innovative solutions to enhance inspection and technical capabilities.

• Prepare technical drawings and reports.

What you will bring:

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, keen to learn and ready to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative team. 

• Minimum 2:2 degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.

• Full UK driving licence.

• BPSS check requirement.

Please note that successful applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing, in line with our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.

Please upload your certificates, predicted grades or achieved qualifications with your application, as this information will be used during shortlisting. Any offer of employment is conditional upon meeting the required academic criteria. If you experience any issues uploading documents, please contact our People Services team.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.