2026 UK Advanced Apprenticeship Programme: Civil (Belfast)

2026 UK Advanced Apprenticeship Programme: Civil (Belfast)

Industry focus: Civil, Building services, Administration, Information technology

Are you ready to start your career journey with purpose, passion, and possibility? Our apprenticeships offer more than just a job - they're an opportunity to shape your future.

Eligible candidates should have (or be working towards) GCSEs and be able to undertake an advanced level apprenticeship (level 3).

Minimum eligibility: at least three passes at GCSE Grade C (or 4) including Mathematics and English Language. Applicants who have already completed a similar level 3 course are not eligible.

Job Description

As a paid apprentice you will gain hands on experience working on real world civil engineering projects, supporting the Energy team on the design and delivery of infrastructure that enables the UK's transition to Net Zero. You will produce technical drawings, models and documentation using industry standard software, working with engineers and multidisciplinary teams. The programme lasts three years, combining on site work with classroom learning (in person or virtually) at the HLA in Civil Engineering course at Belfast Met.

Responsibilities

• Support the Energy team in the design and delivery of infrastructure projects.
• Produce technical drawings, models and documentation using industry standard software.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Attend classroom based learning and apply knowledge to real projects.
• Adopt best practices for quality, safety and sustainability in civil engineering.

Candidate Specification

• Proactively takes initiative and works efficiently and independently.
• Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Delivers high quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity.
• Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.

Benefits

• A competitive salary with bi annual salary reviews.
• Contributory pension up to 7% of salary.
• Flexible benefits scheme to suit individual needs.
• Access to training and a three year soft skills development programme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all.