Junior​/Trainee Civil Engineer

Position: Junior / Trainee Civil Engineer
Trant Engineering Ltd has a long history of engineering and construction excellence, delivering high quality EPC engineering and construction services throughout the UK and overseas. We successfully deliver complex turnkey engineering projects in sectors such as Process & Water, Energy, Defence, Oil & Gas and Nuclear.

We are looking for a motivated Civil Engineering Apprentice / Trainee Engineer to join our site-based engineering team at Fawley Oil Refinery in Southampton.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in civil engineering within a major industrial environment while working towards a recognised qualification.

Under the guidance of experienced civil engineers, you will learn how civil engineering supports the safe operation, maintenance, and development of refinery infrastructure.

Responsibilities

You will:

* Assist with civil engineering inspections of structures, foundations, pavements, drainage, and access ways

* Support maintenance and minor works projects across the refinery site

* Help collect site data, measurements, and condition assessments

* Assist with the preparation of drawings, reports, schedules, and work packs

* Observe and support contractors during civil works and site activities

* Learn how to read and interpret civil and structural drawings

* Support compliance with engineering standards, specifications, and site procedures

* Follow all health, safety, and environmental requirements at all times

Applicant should have:

* GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English (Grades 4–9 or equivalent)

* Interest in Civil Engineering and construction within an industrial environment

* Willingness to learn and work safely on a large operational site

Further qualifications (e.g A-levels, BTEC, or equivalent in Construction, Engineering, or Mathematics) and / or previous work experience, placement, or site exposure in a civil engineering environment would be a bonus.

This role is based on a safety critical industrial site. A strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards is essential. Full safety training and PPE will be provided.

What We Offer

* Paid apprenticeship / trainee salary

* Fully funded training and qualification

* Mentorship and structured development plan

* Opportunity to work at one of the UK’s largest industrial sites

* Clear progression into a permanent Civil Engineering role

Equal Opportunities;

Trant Engineering Limited is committed to equal opportunities for all and we do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, sex, disability or age