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Trainee Civil EngineerEmployer:

Wirral Metropolitan Borough CouncilSalary:

£24,413 plus benefitsLocation:

Mallory, 2 Alice Ker Square, Hybrid WorkingContract:

PermanentWorking Pattern:

Flexible Hours/Full TimeHours:

36 hours per week.DBS Check:

NoClosing Date:

03/05/2026 at 23:59Reference:

NS/26/333956Wirral Council is a values‑driven organisation where employees are empowered to “#Be The Difference” and help create fairer opportunities for . Set in one of the happiest and most scenic areas in the UK, the Council offers an inspiring place to live and work, with a strong commitment to supporting staff and delivering ambitious plans for the borough’s future. Joining Wirral Council means becoming part of a dedicated, forward‑thinking team that is truly valued and encouraged to thrive.Apprentice Assistant Engineer Kick‑Start Your Career as a Level 6 Flood & Coastal Risk Management Apprentice!Ready to make a real difference to communities and the environment? Join us as a Level 6 Apprentice and start your career with purpose, impact, and plenty of support along the way.This fixed‑term apprenticeship gives you the chance to earn while you learn —working towards a respected Level 6 qualification while developing hands‑on skills alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.As part of our Flood and Coastal Risk Management team, you’ll help shape a safer, more resilient future by:Contributing to forward‑thinking strategies and technical studiesSupporting vital investment and maintenance schemesHelping assess how future developments could influence flood riskApplying technical guidance and policy to real‑world challengesEvery day brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact. If you’re enthusiastic, curious, and ready to get involved in work that protects people and places from the impacts of flooding and coastal change, this could be the perfect first step in your career.Please note that the successful candidate will be expected to undertake a Level 6 Apprenticeship. If you would like to have an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Mike Cockburn, Climate Emergency & Environment Assistant Director on: mikecockburn@wirral.gov.uk We believe in giving you the flexibility to work where you’re most productive. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, combining the benefits of remote work with the collaboration and connection of in-office days, twice a week.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.

All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.

Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility criteria

for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-...

. For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigrati... This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstancesIf you are a Wirral , are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on info@involvenorthwest.org.uk

or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing recruitment@wirral.gov.uk Working at Wirral You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us.We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to to apply for roles with us.We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact recruitment@wirral.gov.uk Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.

It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances. Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.

Forms received via the post will not be processed. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.

Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page. The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now. We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role. How to applyPlease apply online by clicking the link belowFurther information on this vacancyInformation for Applicants

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