Civil and Structural Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
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Company Babcock International
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Provider LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY
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Location WA3 6YF
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary £23,598.00 per year
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Sector Construction and the built environment
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Ref NAS-2000058437
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Application Deadline Date 08/12/2026
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Start Date 01/09/2027
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Positions Available 1
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Working Week Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Brief Description
Join our Cavendish Nuclear business and build a future that matters. Over this 5-year programme, you’ll study for a degree in Civil Engineering while supporting innovative nuclear projects that help safeguard people, protect the environment and support the UK's clean energy future.
Training to be Provided
- As part of your apprenticeship, you will study for a BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering at the Leeds Beckett University while developing practical experience in the workplace.
- You'll benefit from a blend of face-to-face teaching, laboratory workshops, reflective practice and formal assessments, helping you build the technical knowledge and professional skills needed for a career in civil engineering.
- A key element of the programme is experiential learning, which focuses on your role within the workplace and the projects you support. This enables you to apply your learning in a professional environment while developing the competencies and attributes expected of a professionally recognised Civil Engineer.
- Throughout the programme, you will work towards the integrated End-Point Assessment, which is completed through an independent review. Apprentices are required to attend the university on a day-release basis alongside their employment.
- By the end of the programme, you will have achieved the Level 6 Civil Engineer Apprenticeship Standard and graduated with a BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering degree, equipping you with the knowledge, skills and qualifications to progress your career in the industry.
Future Prospects
At the end of the programme, you will have acquired the skills and experience to move into a Civil and/or Structural Engineering role within Cavendish Nuclear.
You’ll also have the opportunity to build on your progress toward professional registration as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer, a recognised benchmark of engineering competence, which can support your journey into more advanced roles, such as Senior Engineer.
As a global organisation, Babcock provides countless opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. To support your growth, we’ve introduced the Babcock Role Framework, which outlines roles, career pathways, and development opportunities. With every job mapped to these frameworks, you’ll have a transparent view of the steps needed to reach Senior Engineer and beyond.
Vacancy Detail
- As a Civil and Structural Engineering Apprentice at Cavendish Nuclear, you’ll join a business that delivers vital engineering solutions across the nuclear sector. You’ll work on a variety of live projects, gaining exposure to everything from concept design through to construction and decommissioning. Whether you're helping to develop new build facilities or enhance existing infrastructure, your work will directly support national energy and security goals.
- Your day-to-day will vary depending on your placement. You could be based on-site at nuclear facilities or working from one of Cavendish Nuclear’s offices, each providing unique insights into how engineering solutions are delivered.
- Typical responsibilities include collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, performing technical assessments and safety evaluations, attending stakeholder meetings, and continuously learning through on-the-job experience and formal training.
- Depending on the project, tasks might involve 3D modelling, structural and civil design, seismic analysis, and structural inspections – all contributing to the safe and effective delivery of complex engineering solutions. No two days are the same, and every challenge helps you build the skills needed for a rewarding engineering career.
- Throughout the programme, you’ll be supported by experienced engineers and mentors who will guide your development and help you grow in confidence.
Other Information
Many of our programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions, which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), Security Check (SC) and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information clearance. For further details, visit GOV.UK and search ‘United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels’.