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Senior Engineering Manager Permanent contractSalary from £83,753 + £7,500 flex allowance + Up to 30% Bonus + BenefitsGreat journeys happen at London Gatwick. Where will your career take you?The buzz, the energy, the sheer magic of travel… you can feel it in the air all around you. Here, you'll be part of an energetic team and a vibrant community. We can help you thrive in a career that's a world away from the everyday. What is the role?The Senior Engineering Manager - Operations holds primary accountability for providing leadership and management to the operational engineering teams including Shuttle, Specialist Systems, Life Safety &amp; Controls and HVAC. Holds ultimate responsibility for maintaining a safe and stable operation whilst ensuring compliance and regulatory standards are met. Responsible for all contract management and financial decisions related to the engineering operations department.What will you do?<ul><li>Accountable for the maintenance and reliability of the engineering operations asset base worth circa £350million.</li><li>Direct line management responsibility of 4 reports with a total team of circa 68 FTE.</li><li>Responsible for the Shuttle safety authorisation to operate and safety certificate in line with ROGS (Railways &amp; Other Guided Systems) to meet the requirements of the ORR.</li><li>Accountable for ensuring that all of Gatwick's X-ray screening equipment remains compliant in line with the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 &amp; CAA requirements.</li><li>Responsible for engineering's safety improvement plan and setting EHS objectives for engineering each year.</li><li>Sets yearly targets and objectives for each department in line with the business objectives.</li><li>Responsible for managing all contracts and department budget ensuring Eng. OPS financial targets are achieved.</li><li>Accountable for ensuring all core service standards are achieved by minimising asset downtime.</li></ul>Do you have what we're looking for?<ul><li>Strong people leadership and influencing skills to communicate with all levels of the business and external stakeholders including government and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Proven knowledge &amp; understanding of working with unions and employee relations engagement.</li><li>Proactive leadership to promote a strong health and safety culture, ensuring processes and procedures are fit for purpose. Protecting employees and contractors.</li><li>Commercially balanced - value: cost, process and people.</li><li>Experience of negotiating complex service contracts and meeting departmental budgetary targets.</li><li>Strong understanding of ROGS (Railways &amp; Other Guided Systems), Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 and BS 9999.</li><li>Good working knowledge of Safe Systems of Work and regulatory and statutory compliance (e.g. electrical, confined spaces, hot works, etc.)</li><li>Experience of working with a CMMS and asset management processes including planning, KPIs (including CSS), PDRs, and asset management/replacement</li></ul>What's in it for you?We value our people and reward every employee fairly with a highly competitive package, enhanced by a discretionary annual bonus, free staff parking, discounted rail travel to work, share matching scheme and more. We offer a rewarding world of flexible benefits you can tailor to the things that matter to you most.There's also plenty of opportunities for career progression, as well as training to support your personal and professional development. At London Gatwick we're also very well connected, just 30 minutes from central London and directly linked to over 100 towns and cities. Whether you prefer to travel by cycle, electric car, or train, we aim to make your journey to work as convenient and cost-effective as possible. What's it like to work at London Gatwick?At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.London Gatwick supports an inclusive recruitment process, enabling you to perform at your best. Please make us aware as part of your application should you require any reasonable adjustments.Click apply now to start your career journey with London Gatwick.You can find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our careers site <a href="https://www.gatwickairport.com/company/careers.html" target="_blank">Careers at London Gatwick </a>

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Senior Engineering Manager

Engineering Sustainability Manager Permanent contractSalary from £60,539 + £4,750 Flex allowance + Up to 20% Bonus + BenefitsGreat journeys happen at London Gatwick. Where will your career take you?The buzz, the energy, the sheer magic of travel… you can feel it in the air all around you. Here, you'll be part of an energetic team and a vibrant community. We can help you thrive in a career that's a world away from the everyday. This role takes an office first hybrid approach here at London Gatwick, with three days a week in the office, two days remote, managed around the needs of the business.What is the role?Responsibility for the driving sustainable practices within Gatwick's Engineering function to address commitments through Gatwick's sustainability policies and procedures. Through continual improvement, innovative thinking, and harnessing changing technologies, this role will support and energise the wider Engineering function to excel in the sustainability sector.Delivery and sponsorship of projects relating to Engineering's sustainability commitments will be a key part of the role and requires effective communication across different levels within the business to ensure benefits are realised in a timely and effective way.What will you do?<ul><li>Drive and prioritise sustainability activities and maintain momentum to achieve a best-in-class sustainability position</li><li>Utilise best practice industry standards to ensure Gatwick's sustainability solutions are fit for purpose</li><li>Sponsor and project manage projects to deliver beneficial outcomes for the business</li><li>Establish a culture of continuous improvement within the sustainability sector for maintenance and Engineering projects.</li><li>Provide technical guidance and expertise to all GAL departments in the design, construction, operation and maintenance of engineering systems and infrastructure.</li><li>Own and deliver a communications rhythm to bring the Engineering function on the journey to a more sustainable future</li><li>Coordinate with delivery teams to ensure successful design outcomes are being realised and handed over to operational teams</li><li>Balance the need to design fit for purpose solutions whilst maximising the best whole life cycle benefits.</li></ul>Do you have what we're looking for?<ul><li>Educated to Degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline</li><li>Proven proactive leadership to promote health and safety culture</li><li>Strong people leadership and influencing skills to communicate across the business and with external stakeholders</li><li>Proven in depth working knowledge of safety management policies, procedures, and practices</li><li>Experience in delivering strategic outcomes associated with ESG agendas in complex, large, multi-faceted organisations</li><li>Demonstrable experience of successful delivery in an operational environment</li><li>Proficient understanding of Health Safety &amp; Environmental associated with construction and operational environments, including CDM</li><li>Adept at communicating at all levels and across different teams and stakeholders</li><li>In-depth knowledge of current specific Statutory Regulations, British Standards, emerging technologies/processes, and industry best practice.</li></ul>What's in it for you?We value our people and reward every employee fairly with a highly competitive package, enhanced by a discretionary annual bonus, free staff parking, discounted rail travel to work, share matching scheme and more. We offer a rewarding world of flexible benefits you can tailor to the things that matter to you most.There's also plenty of opportunities for career progression, as well as training to support your personal and professional development. At London Gatwick we're also very well connected, just 30 minutes from central London and directly linked to over 100 towns and cities. Whether you prefer to travel by cycle, electric car, or train, we aim to make your journey to work as convenient and cost-effective as possible. What's it like to work at London Gatwick?At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.London Gatwick supports an inclusive recruitment process, enabling you to perform at your best. Please make us aware as part of your application should you require any reasonable adjustments.Click apply now to start your career journey with London Gatwick.You can find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our careers site <a href="https://www.gatwickairport.com/company/careers.html" target="_blank">Careers at London Gatwick </a>

Engineering Sustainability Manager

Graduate Civil Engineer - Projects, Graduate Programme (3 years Fixed Term Contract)£33,500 salary, £2,000 welcome bonus, £550 Flex allowance plus up to 10% bonus and benefitsThis position does not offer visa sponsorship. Deadline for applications: 15th December 2025. We encourage early applications, as we may close the application window ahead of the deadline if we receive a high volume of strong candidates. Don't miss out—apply early to ensure you don't miss this opportunity.Have you recently graduated from 2024, 2025 with a 2:1 (or projected for 2026) or above in a Master's degree in a relevant Civil Engineering?Are you interested in a programme that will facilitate professional development and exposure to real life Construction projects in a 24/7 live operational environment. Providing a route to Chartered status, with substantive opportunity to progress into roles such as Field Engineer or Project Engineer at the end of the scheme. Great journeys happen at London GatwickWhere will your career take you?The buzz, the energy, the sheer magic of travel… you can feel it in the air all around you. Here, you'll be part of an energetic team and a vibrant community. We can help you thrive in a career that's a world away from the everyday. What is the Graduate Programme?Lasting 3 years, the programme will be involved in live projects that delivers strategic growth, by building our future infrastructure. As passenger numbers rise, it's vital we grow our infrastructure capacity and deliver our sustainability goals. Focused on civil work within an airport environment.You will play a part in this growth working across field and project engineer teams across a wide variety of business areas and projects that cover every aspect of the airport ecosystem. Surface access, car parks, terminal buildings or out on our airfield.You will gain a unique insight into the inner workings of our business rotating across Construction and Field / Project Engineering and experiencing different roles and programmes. With the convenience of being on an amazing single campus. As well as giving you exposure to innovative projects in a fast paced environment this role can also offer you: <ul><li>A foundation for a career in engineering and support route to Chartership </li><li>Opportunity to build your portfolio of skills and experience by exposure across different projects </li><li>High environmental and safety standards </li><li>Developing your design management, construction management and project management skills </li><li>Working on £multi-million projects and be involved from inception through to design, construction, handover and completion. </li><li>Being part of a supportive and collaborative team</li></ul>What else will you gain?<ul><li>A development programme that builds on your commercial awareness, wider skills and development. </li><li>Insights into Aviation and its impact and associated industries, including sustainability and commerciality.</li><li>A programme aligned and accredited with engineering institutions such as ICE to satisfy the requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status</li><li>The opportunity for internal progression into Field or Project Engineering roles</li></ul>Do you have what we're looking for?<ul><li>Minimum 2:1 Master's degree (graduated 2024, 2025, or projected for 2026) in Civil Engineering, or includes these subject modules covered as a core discipline. </li><li>Driving licence</li><li>Keen interest in the Construction sector and being involved in active construction projects</li><li>Logical thinker with an aptitude for problem-solving</li><li>Highly numerate, with an understanding of Data analysis</li><li>Ability to prioritise and work at pace</li><li>Creative, innovative, curious to find a better way</li><li>Team working- you'll enjoy working in a team environment, sharing ideas, and collaborating with colleagues as well as other graduates</li></ul>What's in it for you?We value our people and reward every employee fairly with a highly competitive package, enhanced by an:<ul><li> annual bonus,</li><li> share scheme,</li><li>pension, and lifestyle insurance.</li></ul>There's also plenty of opportunities for career progression, as well as training to support your personal and professional development. At London Gatwick we're also very well connected, just 30 minutes from central London and directly linked to over 100 towns and cities. Whether you prefer to travel by cycle, electric car, or train, we aim to make your journey to work as convenient and cost-effective as possible. What's it like to work at London Gatwick?At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.Click apply to start your career with London Gatwick.Selection Process<ol><li>An online application that will involve a CV – Deadline for applications: 15th December 2025. We encourage early applications, as we may close the application window ahead of the deadline if we receive a high volume of strong candidates. Don't miss out—apply early to ensure you don't miss this opportunity.</li><li>Online assessment - an online chat tool to demonstrate your strengths and relevant values and behaviours</li><li>On review of your full application and completed assessment, should you be successful you will be invited to a virtual 1st stage screening call with our Graduate recruitment partner Sanctuary Graduates</li><li>If successful at screening, your application will be shortlisted and then if successful on final selection for the next stage, you will be invited to an assessment centre which consists of group and individual activities as well as an interview with the opportunity to meet managers and teams here at London Gatwick. The assessment centre dates are currently to be confirmed but will take place in likely February 2026. </li></ol>

Graduate Civil Engineer - Projects (Graduate Programme)

Engineering Technician Permanent contractSalary from £43,393 + Shift Allowance + Up to 4% Bonus + BenefitsGreat journeys happen at London Gatwick. Where will your career take you?The buzz, the energy, the sheer magic of travel… you can feel it in the air all around you. Here, you'll be part of an energetic team and a vibrant community. We can help you thrive in a career that's a world away from the everyday. What is the role?To conduct planned and reactionary, maintenance and intervention tasks on all plant and equipment which make up the baggage systems in Gatwick Airport. To ensure that duties undertaken are of a high standard and to maximise operational uptime. This is a shift-based position which includes night and weekend working.This role is critical in supporting the Baggage operations at Gatwick, with key assets including Complex Conveyor Systems, Sortation Machines, Carousels, Scanners, PLCs and IT based Control Systems.What will you do?<ul><li>Undertake planned preventative/corrective maintenance, mindful of asset performance and operational requirements.</li><li>Ensure all engineering and operational records are updated to meet business, regulatory and manufacturer requirements.</li><li>Pro-actively undertake and support performance improvement activities/programmes.</li><li>Take responsibility for safety, including others as part of a legal responsibility such as the wearing of PPE, completing mandatory training and the reporting of accidents, incidents and near misses.</li><li>Developing skills and knowledge to maintain and operate existing and new assets to ensure they are maintained in a manner which keeps them performing at a required level</li><li>Undertake role specific training required for the role</li><li>Working in passenger facing areas, as well as back of house areas (check in zones, baggage halls, comms rooms, security etc.) across the airport campus.</li><li>Working collaboratively. This role has no direct reports.</li></ul>Do you have what we're looking for?<ul><li>Advanced modern apprenticeship (Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic) or equivalent.</li><li>Core skill/bias of Electrical/Mechanical Engineering to at least ONC level (Level 3)</li><li>Technical experience working in a maintenance environment.</li><li>Ability to understand and interpret electrical and mechanical schematic drawings.</li><li>Understanding and proven experience in a relevant engineering discipline</li><li>Able to carry out system performance improvements</li><li>Knowledgeable of 17th Edition IEE wiring regulations</li><li>The owner of a driving licence</li></ul>What's in it for you?We value our people and reward every employee fairly with a highly competitive package, enhanced by a discretionary annual bonus, free staff parking, discounted rail travel to work, share matching scheme and more. We offer a rewarding world of flexible benefits you can tailor to the things that matter to you most.There's also plenty of opportunities for career progression, as well as training to support your personal and professional development. At London Gatwick we're also very well connected, just 30 minutes from central London and directly linked to over 100 towns and cities. Whether you prefer to travel by cycle, electric car, or train, we aim to make your journey to work as convenient and cost-effective as possible. What's it like to work at London Gatwick?At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.London Gatwick supports an inclusive recruitment process, enabling you to perform at your best. Please make us aware as part of your application should you require any reasonable adjustments.Click apply now to start your career journey with London Gatwick.You can find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our careers site <a href="https://www.gatwickairport.com/company/careers.html" target="_blank">Careers at London Gatwick </a>

Engineering Technician

Location: Crawley, United KingdomThales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.2026 Hardware Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Electro-Mechanical Degree ApprenticeshipStart Date: 07 September 2026Salary: £24,000 per annumEmployee type: PermanentLocation: CrawleyWorking Schedule: 37 hours a week, Monday – Thursday 8 hours a day, Friday 5 hours (Flexible start time between 07:00 and 09:30)Are you passionate about engineering? Do you have an inquisitive mind? Are you looking for an employer who will sponsor you through a Level 6 Apprenticeship, whilst providing valuable and exciting on-the-job experience within a global, innovative and industry-leading organisation? If so, read on to see what Thales has on offer…What the role has to offer:<ul><li>Earn while you learn</li><li>Job specific training experience</li><li>Recognised qualifications</li><li>Permanent role from day one</li><li>Tuition fees for university or approved training providers are fully covered</li></ul>This exciting Hardware Apprentice role will develop your skills by the designing and implementation of the engineering solutions in accordance with programme and product requirements. Typical tasks will range from requirements management via the design and development cycle, to test, integration and validation of complex products and systems.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Design, implement and test engineering solutions in accordance with Thales procedures</li><li>Attendance at project reviews</li><li>Creation of functional and physical system architectures</li><li>Preparation of engineering specifications, interface control documents &amp; test documentation</li><li>Deliver tasks on time and to the required quality</li><li>Work as a team-player asking for guidance and direction where necessary</li><li>Develop knowledge and skills within the engineering discipline</li><li>Effectively communicate engineering issues related to own tasks</li></ul>Through our degree apprenticeship you’ll be making the most of your talents, getting to understand engineering from the ground up; and doing so with the help of one of the biggest and best names in the industry.&nbsp;&nbsp; We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are motivated, committed and keen to learn. A self-starter who is able to manage their time, show initiative and has a genuine interest in engineering and Thales. Successful candidates will show self-discipline and an aspiration to achieve a degree qualification.Apprentice Programme:As a Hardware Engineering Apprentice you will be studying towards a BEng in Electro-mechanical Engineering at the University of Nottingham.Delivered over 5 years via a blended learning model, your study will combine on campus taught lectures, with online and work-based learning. You can typically expect to study on campus for a minimum of 4 weeks per academic year, delivered in 1 week blocks. At the end of the programme, and following End Point Assessment, you will have achieved a (fully funded) accredited BEng in Electro-mechanical Engineering, as well as a Level 6 Electro-mechanical Degree Apprenticeship qualification.Requirements:<ul><li>3 A Levels (BBB) including Mathematics (Citizenship Skills, General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted), Or BTEC Extended Diploma in an engineering discipline at MMM or above or Level 3 apprenticeship in a relevant discipline, or an engineering T Level at Merit or above</li><li>5 GCSES grade A-C (4-9) including English and Maths</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays)</li><li>Company Pension</li><li>Health Care Cash Plan</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>Discount Portal</li><li>Performance-related pay uplifts</li><li>80 Hours Volunteering a year (first two years)</li></ul>Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2026.&nbsp; Induction week for all Graduates and Apprentices will take place from Monday 7 September - Friday 11 September 2026.Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Thursday 12 February 2026, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2026 with details of next steps.PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS.&nbsp; WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY.Recruitment Process:For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate, or an Apprentice, please visit <a href="https://thales.connectr.co.uk/futuretalent" target="_blank">Thales Future Talent - Connectr</a>.Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, all of our roles are subject to security restrictions.&nbsp;All successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the UK, and&nbsp;will be required to go through Government security clearance at BPSS Level and to obtain full Security&nbsp;Clearance (SC) in line with the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) requirements below, prior to starting with us.This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment.&nbsp; Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. As part of the vetting process you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity, eligibility to work in the UK, time spent abroad over the last 5 years, as well as employment and / or educational history.For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/nationa%E2%80%A6" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/nationa…</a>Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact <a href="mailto:resourcing.ops@uk.thalesgroup.com" target="_blank">Resourcing Ops</a> for mid to senior roles, or the <a href="mailto:suppearlycar@uk.thalesgroup.com" target="_blank">Early Careers Team</a>&nbsp;for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now!

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2026 Hardware Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Electro-Mechanical Degree Apprenticeship: Thales

Location: Crawley, United KingdomThales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.2026 Systems Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Degree ApprenticeshipStart Date: 07 September 2026Salary: £24,000 per annumEmployee type: PermanentLocation: CrawleyWorking Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday)Are you passionate about engineering? Do you have an inquisitive mind? Are you looking for an employer who will sponsor you through a degree, whilst providing valuable and exciting on-the-job experience within a global, innovative and industry-leading organisation? If so, read on to see what Thales has to offer…What the role has to offer:<ul><li>Earn while you learn</li><li>Job specific training experience</li><li>Recognised qualifications</li><li>Permanent role from day one</li><li>Tuition fees for university or approved training providers are fully covered</li></ul>The role will develop your engineering skills to become a confident, positive and flexible engineer, with well-honed technical knowledge gained from the academic commitments.&nbsp; You will support the team to deliver systems and equipment solutions to deadlines and within budget, including participating in systems requirements and design work, project reviews, system test and possibly site and platform visits for surveys, installations or trials.As a Systems Engineering Apprentice you will develop the key skills and experience in the following:<ul><li>Develop an understanding of the required behaviours and codes of practice of a professional engineer</li><li>Understanding complex systems by working on different roles and tasks on on-going projects</li><li>Familiarity with the Systems Engineering Lifecycle and activities</li><li>Familiarity with System Engineering tools and methods for requirements capture, requirements management and system design</li><li>An understanding of systems test activities including Integration, Validation, Verification &amp; Qualification (IVVQ) and the associated processes and tools</li><li>A methodical and structured approach to problem investigation</li></ul>Apprenticeship Programme:Through our degree apprenticeship you’ll be making the most of your talents, getting to understand engineering from the ground up; and doing so with the help of one of the biggest and best names in the industry.As a Systems Engineering Apprentice you will be enrolled onto the Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Programme at Warwick University, following the Product Design and Development pathway. Delivered via a blended learning model, this programme combines the best of both with on campus delivery plus virtual coaching and online resources. The first 2 years on programme will be common across all pathways and will provide a broad engineering skill set including mechanical, electrical, electronic, materials and design, plus computational. In Year 3 and Year 4 learners will move to their specialist pathway. For the duration of this 4 year programme you will combine university studies with practical application, working within our Systems function in Crawley.Requirements:<ul><li>112 UCAS tariff points at A Level including a grade B in Maths and at least 1 further STEM subject (Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Electronics)</li><li>5 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A-C) including English and Maths</li></ul>Please note that applicants who already hold a relevant degree will not be eligible for this programme.Benefits:<ul><li>201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays)</li><li>Company Pension</li><li>Health Care Cash Plan</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>Discount Portal</li><li>Performance-related pay uplifts</li><li>80 Hours Volunteering (first two years)</li></ul>Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2026.&nbsp;Induction week for all Graduates and Apprentices will take place from Monday 7 September - Friday 11 September 2026.Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Thursday 12 February 2026, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2026 with details of next steps.PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS.&nbsp; WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY.Recruitment Process:For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate, or an Apprentice, please visit <a href="https://thales.connectr.co.uk/futuretalent" target="_blank">Thales Future Talent - Connectr</a>.Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, all our roles are subject to security restrictions.&nbsp;All successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the UK and&nbsp;will be required to go through Government security clearance at BPSS Level and to obtain full Security&nbsp;Clearance (SC) in line with the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) requirements below, prior to starting with us.This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment.&nbsp; Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. As part of the vetting process, you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity, eligibility to work in the UK, time spent abroad over the last 5 years, as well as employment and / or educational history.For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/nationa…</a>Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity, and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact <a href="mailto:resourcing.ops@uk.thalesgroup.com" target="_blank">Resourcing Ops</a> for mid to senior roles, or the <a href="mailto:suppearlycar@uk.thalesgroup.com" target="_blank">Early Careers Team</a>&nbsp;for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now!

2026 Systems Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Degree Apprenticeship: Thales

Summary:Ready to dive into a career that makes a real difference? Looking to apply your civil engineering degree to projects that matter to millions of people? As we start out into our next major investment period (AMP8), you'll have the chance to work on a huge variety of schemes crucial for securing our region's water supply. You’ll get involved in everything from upgrading our water treatment works and pumping stations, to helping redesign parts of our vast, 9,000-mile network of underground pipelines. It’s a fantastic mix of above and below ground infrastructure projects. This isn't just a desk job. You'll be right at the heart of our capital delivery programme, providing vital technical support on these projects. From start to finish, you'll see how your work helps us deliver top quality drinking water to our customers every day. As our new Graduate Civil Engineer, you'll be based in Snodland, reporting to a Senior Civil Engineer. You'll learn from the best, contributing to key engineering tasks, ensuring project quality, and making sure we meet all safety and design standards. It's a fantastic opportunity to build your skills in a supportive team and launch your career in the water industry.<h4>Main Responsibilities</h4><ul><li>Help our senior engineers come up with smart technical solutions for our capital projects.</li><li>Work alongside our engineering team, assisting on a variety of projects to make sure everything runs smoothly and on time.</li><li>Get hands-on with creating key project documents, including scope documents, design drawings, and important health and safety (CDM) paperwork.</li><li>Get out of the office for on-site visits, where you'll help guide our contractors and check that work meets our high standards.</li><li>Keep an eye on things and let the Project Manager know about any issues that might affect project timings or costs.</li><li>Chat with different stakeholders and handle the process of getting the external approvals we need for our projects to go ahead.</li><li>Take charge of your own development as part of our graduate training programme, tracking your progress and growing your skills with our support.</li></ul><h4>What you'll need</h4><ul><li>A qualification (HNC, HND, or degree) in Civil Engineering or a similar subject.</li><li>Good engineering sense and a solid grasp of industry standards and best practices.</li><li>Great organisational and time management skills – you know how to get things done on schedule.</li><li>Some entry-level experience in civil engineering projects, perhaps from a placement or internship.</li><li>A full UK driving licence, as you'll be visiting our sites.</li></ul><h4>It will be a bonus if you have</h4><ul><li>Experience using design software like AutoCAD.</li><li>A keen interest in the UK water industry.</li><li>Membership (or you're working towards it) with a professional body like the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).</li></ul>#LI-DNI​ We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.Benefits package:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency.Compensation package:Starting from £27,000

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Graduate Civil Engineer

Summary:Are you an experienced Civil Engineer looking for a role that offers real purpose and impact? We're looking for a Civil Engineer to join our team, working on vital water infrastructure projects that make a genuine difference to people's lives across the South East. This is a chance to use your expertise to help us deliver safe, clean drinking water to our customers, from the very beginning of a project to its successful completion. You'll be part of a supportive team, working on exciting, varied projects and shaping your own technical deliverables.Main responsibilities<ul><li>Review and check project scopes to make sure they'll achieve the right outcomes.</li><li>Provide technical solutions and support on capital projects, producing key documents like design drawings, CDM documents, and job specification packs.</li><li>Check other people's work for technical quality.</li><li>Mentor our brilliant Graduate Civil Engineers and apprentices, helping them to grow and develop their skills.</li><li>Liaise with both internal and external teams to get project approvals.</li><li>Visit sites to carry out audits and provide guidance to contractors.</li></ul><h4>What you'll need</h4>Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>An HNC, HND, or degree in Civil Engineering or a similar discipline.</li><li>Experience in a similar Civil Engineer role, with the ability to manage your own deliverables.</li><li>A strong awareness and understanding of industry standards and specifications.</li><li>A solid understanding of CDM 2015 and how to apply it to projects.</li><li>Experience in the design, construction, or maintenance of infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets.</li><li>The ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.</li></ul>It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>An HNC, HND, or degree in Civil Engineering or a similar discipline.</li><li>Are working towards or have Chartership.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of CIWEM standards and specifications.</li><li>Experience in the utility industry, especially with potable water.</li><li>An understanding of NEC contracts.</li></ul>Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time.​ We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.Benefits package:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency.Compensation package:From £40,000

Civil Engineer

Summary:Are you a curious and experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a role with real purpose? Do you want to apply your skills to exciting, complex projects that deliver clean, safe drinking water to communities across the South East? You'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team where your expertise is valued and you get to see the tangible impact of your work every day. You'll be involved in all stages of our capital engineering projects, from initial idea through to commissioning, playing a vital role in providing an essential service. Although this role offers flexible/hybrid working (office/home), you will be expected to travel to any location or site within South East Water’s supply areas, as required, as part of the project(s) you are working on e.g. pre-construction and construction phase elements such as scoping or Contractor progress/design review meetings, defect reviews etc.Main responsibilities<ul><li>Development of technical solutions and coordinating work with multi-disciplinary teams {Process, Civil and Mechanical)</li><li>Production of technical reports and the ability to work independently and as a team member to carry out checking, reviews and approval of complex electrical detailed designs, to include calculations, specifications, reports and drawings.</li><li>Analysis of options and selection of technical solutions as appropriate.</li><li>Ensuring contractors designs comply with the latest company specifications and other relevant industry specifications (Wimes, IET wiring regulations etc.) and legislations.</li><li>Development of outline scheme designs</li><li>Assistance in preparation of scheme programmes, estimates and tender documentation</li></ul>You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>HNC or a Degree in Engineering or equivalent training in the relevant area.</li><li>Working towards becoming an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer with the IET.</li><li>Extensive experience in water utilities would be advantageous.</li><li>Ability to work closely with others.</li><li>Technically competent knowing when to refer to others when required.</li><li>Good technical report writing and editorial skills, and good oral communication.</li><li>Detailed knowledge of PLC systems, HMI’s, Variable Speed Drives, Harmonic filtration, data networks, telemetry systems and Standby Generator systems.</li><li>Competent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite - knowledge of Google Workspace would be beneficial.</li></ul>​ We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.Benefits package:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency.Compensation package:£42,000 - £52,000 DoE

Electrical Design Engineer

Summary:Do you have a proven track record in ensuring environmental compliance and promoting sustainable practices in engineering projects? Are you skilled at navigating complex environmental regulations and engaging with specialists and stakeholders? Do you enjoy conducting environmental assessments, writing contract documents, and auditing construction works for compliance? As Environmental Performance Officer Engineering, you will act as key support to the Environmental Performance Team to ensure all environmental aspects of projects are managed from the initial design stage, through to construction across the capital works programme for engineering, working to reduce the overall environmental impact of development, ensuring compliance, promoting good practice and sustainable practices. You will work directly with the engineering delivery team, consultants and Contractors for assessment of engineering works, desktop assessment and writing of contract documents. SEW sites and infrastructure are across a range of landscapes including protected designated Sites of Scientific Interest, habitats for protected species and Areas of Outstanding Beauty, so will require experience in how to mitigate works in these areas, and engaging with specialists, stakeholders and consultants when required for further input. The role will also include auditing of construction works with compliance that will be reported to on a monthly basis. There is an opportunity for you to specialise in Invasive Non Native Species and Strategy.Main Responsibilities<ul><li>Environmental desktop appraisal and sign off of elements of the Investment Delivery Process on behalf of the business ‘client’ (Assets). This will involve providing environmental advice on how the project should proceed and likely environmental sensitivities of a project.</li><li>Liaison with environmental regulators obtaining consents and advice where necessary and reporting back to the business.</li><li>Engage with technical specialists where required and provide practical solutions to the project team based on results.&nbsp;</li><li>Working with Engineering Project teams to identify ways to minimise environmental impact in delivery and practical solutions to works, providing forecast costs and timings.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Auditing / site inspections to ensure compliance with regulation &amp; internal standards. Reporting on KPI's (against 25 year Environment Plan commitments)&nbsp;</li><li>Assist in rolling out training programmes and competencies required for Project teams.&nbsp;</li><li>Reporting to regulators and stakeholders such as water industry bodies and neighbouring water companies.&nbsp;</li><li>Promoting sustainability, circular economy and environmental&nbsp; goals across the business.&nbsp;</li><li>Management and mentoring of apprentices / graduates within team and wider environment team.&nbsp;</li></ul>You'll need:Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Degree in environmental based subject or equivalent experience in a similar role.&nbsp;</li><li>Management of environmental aspects and risks across a wide range of settings. Ability to determine pragmatic outcomes which minimise harm to the environment and communicate these to the business. </li><li>Passion for the environment with the ability to work closely with colleagues, contractors, stakeholders, regulators and members of the public. </li><li>People management skills, direct management of a small team and wider management of regulator, stakeholder and contractor relationships.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrable experience within a relevant environmental field. </li><li>Experience of working within a process environment, particularly in relation to incident response.</li></ul>It will be a bonus if you have:Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Chartership or working towards chartership of a professional body such as CIWEM, CIEEM, CIWM or Institute of Water.&nbsp;</li><li>Specialist subject background ie Archaeology / arboriculture / EIA / Protected species licence holder or experience working with protected species mitigation.</li><li>Ability to mentor and inspire members of the team. </li><li>Report writing and data presentation skills. </li><li>Experience in habitat restoration and management techniques essential, in particular experience of survey and working in woodland, chalk grassland and heathland habitats.</li><li>Preferable experience working with protected species mitigation on sites.</li><li>Experience in Biodiversity net gain.</li></ul>Benefits package:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul> We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul> If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency.Compensation package:Salary starting from £31,733 dependent on experience.

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