Environmental Degree Apprentice Kier Group

We're looking for an Environmental Degree Apprentice to join our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks team based in Bridgwater, Somerset, working towards a Level 6 apprenticeship as an Environmental Practitioner.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 06 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £18,525.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday - 8:00am to 5:00pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    55 Months

  • Possible start date

    02 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    19 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Degree
    Level 6 (Degree with honours)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000245949

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

You'll work closely with our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks team to design, build and maintain vital infrastructure across water, energy, and telecoms sectors.

Your day to day will include:

  • Assisting the team with general environmental management duties
  • Carrying out environmental inspections on site, whilst maintaining the inspection programme
  • Contributing to the provision of environmental awareness training
  • Collating environmental and sustainability data to report to the business division and Kier Group
  • Monitoring and analysing energy, waste and water use on site, ensuring we adhere to environmental regulations and legislation
  • Attending university during pre-determined day release to attend lectures and meet other students on your course

The training you will be getting

As an Environmental Degree Apprentice you'll have the opportunity to gain practical experience whilst you study towards a BSc with our university partner, UWE Bristol, all tuition fees covered by us.

You will recieve an accredited BSc Environmental Sciences degree (or equivalent degree title): 330 credits of which must be successfully completed prior to EPA Gateway

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Continued progression within the Environmental team at Kier, including potential chartership and further opportunities to study.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Level 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Level 4) Essential
A Level or equivalent x2 A Level - any subject (Grade C) Essential

About the employer

Did you know Kier has been placed in the government’s top 100 apprentice employers? You can trust us to help shape your future. Kier Group has long believed that we all have the potential to shape our world – and leave a lasting legacy. So bring your talent and ambition to our team and you’ll be given the scope and opportunity to achieve just that - investing in your own future, building your expertise and contributing to a diverse culture that’s helping shape the world of tomorrow.

Employer

Kier Group

Address

Saltlands Lane,

Bridgwater,

Somerset,

TA6 3JG

You must have JavaScript enabled to view a map of the location

Training

Training provider

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND, BRISTOL

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Environmental practitioner (Degree)

Level 6 (Degree with honours)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 06 May 2024