Degree Apprentice Site Engineer
Morgan SindallExpected closing date: Sunday, 31 January 2027
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Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 6 Apprenticeship in Site Engineering, gaining on-the-job experience and working towards a professional qualification.
- Start date September 2027, with salary progression and benefits including potential company car and health care.
- Requires 5 GCSEs (A*-C) including English and Maths, plus A-levels or equivalent (approx. 64 UCAS points).
- Based in Cardiff on project sites, with flexibility for occasional remote working.
About the Role
This is a project-based position with flexibility for occasional remote working.
About Morgan Sindall Construction
Morgan Sindall Construction is a leading UK construction company working on projects in education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, leisure, and public sectors. They are committed to talent development through apprenticeships, graduate programmes, and placements.
What will I be doing as an Apprentice Site Engineer?
This programme supports you from the start, potentially beginning with a Level 4 apprenticeship or a Level 6 apprenticeship if you have already achieved HNC/HND level in construction studies.
You will gain on-the-job experience and support towards a professional qualification.
A typical day involves:
- Working on construction sites, assisting with surveying and setting out engineering and building works.
- Ensuring quality control requirements are met and recorded.
- Operating and promoting high standards of Health & Safety and environmental compliance.
What we can offer you!
- Salary: Starting in line with the national living wage for 2027, with progression of up to 5% every 6 months over 2-4 years.
- Benefits: Company Car, Car Allowance, or Travel Allowance. Private Health Care Cover with Life Assurance (up to 4x basic salary).
- Awards: Monetary award (£500-£1000) upon completion of a recognised academic or professional qualification/membership (e.g., technical institution membership, degree, or apprenticeship).
- Wider Benefits: Mental Wellbeing and Employee Support, People Portal for high street discounts, Holiday plus scheme, Long Service Awards, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 30 after 8 years), Sharesave Plan, Incentive Scheme, Pension Scheme, Enhanced Family Leave, Flexible Working.
How we will support and help grow your career
- You will be supported by experienced colleagues to gain the necessary experience and exposure to achieve your professional qualification.
- Encouragement of innovation and challenging the status quo.
What are we looking for?
- Enthusiasm for a career in construction engineering.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs A*-C (9-4) including English and Maths. A-levels or equivalent at Level 3 with approximately 64 UCAS points (may vary by provider).
- Ability to drive to remote site locations.
- Ideally, some exposure to a construction/engineering environment.
- Entry requirements may be amended based on university or college provider requirements.
Training:
- Day or block release at a further/higher education establishment.
- 20% off-the-job training and 80% on-the-job.
- Structured internal development programme covering personal and technical themes.
What can we offer you?
- Be part of a passionate, dynamic team in a challenging and fast-paced construction environment.
- A culture that is inclusive, supportive, team-focused, and values trust and commitment.
How to Apply
Apply to join an organisation that values uniqueness and supports employee goals.