CareerPlan

Ground Engineering Apprentice - Chesterfield (FY27)

Chesterfield, England, gbFull-time2026-10-13 → 2026-11-10
HybridNo visa sponsorship

Core

Support experienced geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists in desk studies, site investigations, data analysis, and ground model development for energy, water, nuclear, transport, and infrastructure projects.

Role type

Level 6 Degree Apprentice (Civil Engineering or Geoscience)

Builds

Ground investigation plans, geological interpretations, ground models, and interpretative reports

Domain

Geotechnical engineering and geology within infrastructure and energy sectors

Required skills

Geotechnical data analysis, geological interpretation, site investigation support, foundation assessment, slope stability analysis, retaining structure assessment, digital tool usage (OpenGround, Leapfrog), report writing

Preferred skills

Interest in geology and civil engineering, problem-solving, analytical thinking, teamwork

Technologies

OpenGround, Leapfrog

Responsibilities

Assist with desk studies and site investigations; Support planning and supervision of ground investigations; Analyse geological and geotechnical data; Contribute to ground model development and interpretative reports; Assist with assessments of foundations, earthworks, slope stability, and retaining structures; Participate in site visits and fieldwork activities

Seniority

Apprentice, early career