Apprentice Civil Site Engineer (Graduate Level Apprenticeship)

Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship with AmcoGiffen in South Wales delivering hands-on infrastructure projects across rail, drainage, and environmental works while studying towards a funded engineering degree through on-site training and academic study

Are you currently exploring your post‑school options and deciding between university or starting your career in industry?

Are you looking for an opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining real on‑site experience alongside a recognised degree qualification?

This is an outstanding opportunity to begin your Civil Engineering career with AmcoGiffen, combining hands‑on project experience with structured academic study through a Degree Level Apprenticeship.

In Return

• Competitive apprentice salary

• Fully funded Degree Level Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)

• Company contributory pension scheme

• Life insurance

• Medicash Health Cash Plan & Rewards

• Employee assistance programme

• Up to 3 paid volunteering/community impact days per year

• Cycle to work scheme

• Holiday purchase scheme

• Celebration vouchers and employee recognition schemes

• Support with professional subscriptions

• Structured training, mentoring and clear career progression pathways

• A safe, inclusive and supportive place to work

• Employee forums that provide a platform for your voice to be heard

Business Unit

You will be based within a busy, fast‑paced project environment in South Wales, contributing to civil engineering works across the rail, energy and environmental sectors.

The Wales region delivers a broad portfolio of infrastructure projects for key clients, working across frameworks and standalone schemes that support regional development and community resilience.

Typical projects may include:

• Civil engineering infrastructure and earthworks

• Rail and transport‑related civil assets

• Drainage, environmental and flood mitigation schemes

• Structures, highways and public realm works

• Asset maintenance and capital delivery projects

This varied workload provides excellent exposure to different stages of the civil engineering project lifecycle.

The Role

As an Apprentice Civil Engineer, you will become an integral part of our site and engineering teams, working alongside experienced engineers and construction professionals while studying towards your degree.

You will develop a strong technical foundation through a combination of practical, on‑site experience and formal academic learning, gaining the skills and confidence required to progress as a professional Civil Engineer.

Your day‑to‑day activities may include:

• Assisting engineers with site engineering duties and setting‑out activities

• Supporting quality inspections and ensuring works meet required standards

• Preparing daily site records and reports for project teams

• Monitoring health, safety and environmental compliance on site

• Assisting with temporary works, method statements and risk assessments

• Liaising with site teams, subcontractors and supervision staff

• Supporting the delivery of projects that positively impact local communities

By the end of your apprenticeship, you will have achieved a recognised degree qualification alongside substantial real‑world industry experience.

Training & Qualification

You will study towards the Civil Engineer (Degree) Apprenticeship, typically delivered through part‑time / day‑release university attendance alongside your role.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will:

• Be passionate about building a career in Civil Engineering

• Be motivated, proactive and eager to learn

• Have strong communication, organisational and IT skills

• Be willing to commit to a Degree Level Apprenticeship alongside full‑time employment

• Due to the safety‑critical nature of this role and the operational requirements associated with working on rail infrastructure, applicants must be aged 18 or over by the time the role commences in September 2026 (or be approaching their 18th birthday at that time).

No previous industry experience is required – we are looking for enthusiasm, potential and the right attitude.