Engineering
Ground Engineering Apprentice - St Albans (FY27)
AECOM
Location
St Albans
Salary
Competitive
Duration
4 years
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
Level 6
Start date
Rolling recruitment — applications reviewed continuously for immediate or advanced offer starts
Vacancy reference
REF59668N
Minimum grades
GCSE Maths and English grade 4/C or above, 5 GCSEs grade 4/C or above. Three A-Levels including Maths and a physical science at grade C or above
Disability Confident
✓ Yes
About the role
As a Ground Engineering Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists whilst studying towards a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in either Civil Engineering or Geoscience. You will gain practical experience across a variety of ground engineering projects, developing the technical knowledge necessary to build a successful career within the industry. You will assist with desk studies and site investigations, support the planning, procurement and supervision of ground investigations, help analyse geological and geotechnical data, contribute to the development of ground models and interpretative reports, assist with assessments of foundations, earthworks, slope stability, and retaining structures, use industry-leading digital tools such as OpenGround and Leapfrog, participate in site visits and fieldwork activities across the UK, collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams, and develop your technical and professional skills through a structured apprenticeship programme.
Requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above, including Mathematics and English. Three A-Levels (or equivalent such as BTEC Level 3 in Civil Engineering), including Maths and a physical science at grade C or above – required for Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship. A genuine interest in geology, geotechnics, civil engineering and the built environment. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Enthusiasm for learning and professional development. Ability to work effectively within a team. Right to work in the UK.
Skills
Desk studiesSite investigationsGeological data analysisGeotechnical data analysisGround modellingFoundations assessmentEarthworks assessmentSlope stability analysisRetaining structure assessmentOpenGroundLeapfrogProblem-solvingAnalytical skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationTeamwork
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · Mathematics · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · Any · Grade 4
Essential
A Level · Mathematics · Grade C
Essential
A Level · Physical Science · Grade C
Desired
BTEC Level 3 · Civil Engineering · Grade C
Training & development
Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in either Civil Engineering or Geoscience. GEO Grounding in-house technical training academy focusing on modules including Desk Study, Geological Interpretation and Geomorphology, Ground Investigation (Design and Site Supervision), Ground Model Development, Parametric Assessment and Geotechnical Design.
Additional training
2-year Graduate Development Programme (GDP) combined with extensive portfolio of projects worldwide. Module attendance followed by trainer-student discussion workshops to enhance learning.
Company benefits
Wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs. Hybrid work options with flexibility to work from AECOM office, remote location or at a client site. Access to industry-leading technology and thinking. Transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.
Things to consider
Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected on a rolling recruitment basis for either immediate or advanced offer starts. Please include a covering letter with your application, detailing all predicted and/or obtained academic grades, the dates you are able to work (to/from), and the locations you are interested in. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. A Fortune 500 firm with Professional Services business revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Nearly 52,000 employees globally.
Website
www.aecom.com