Are you curious about the built environment?
Do you want to learn technical skills, get a degree funded by us and earn a salary the same time?
If so, read on...
We are looking for someone to join us as a Civil Engineering Apprentice. Whether you have recently left education or if you are looking to change career, this is an fantastic opportunity to join the team. Our degree apprenticeship programme offers you the opportunity to study for a degree, completely cost free, whilst gaining work-based practical experience. Not only will you be supported by a wide team of professionals you will also be assigned a workplace ICE (Institution of Civil Engineers) registered Mentor to support you through this opportunity in becoming a professionally qualified Civil Engineer.
You will be a highly motivated, resilient, logical thinker and in return, our apprenticeship offers structured development, providing the perfect foundations for your engineering career. The programme is for a period of up to five years and will give you valuable practical skills as well as academic knowledge from our educational partner, the University of Derby.
You can expect to:
- gain hands on experience by working on exciting and meaningful construction projects for our industry leading teams
- work within a team that has designed award winning engineering solutions
- gain work-based experience required for professional Incorporated Engineering (IEng) status with the ICE
- upon successful completion of your academic studies, you will hold a Level 6 ICE accredited BEng (Hons) Degree in Civil Engineering
- not pay a single penny for the Degree Apprenticeship tuition fees!
Entry requirements for the Degree Apprenticeship are as follows:
Minimum academic qualifications of at least 96 UCAS points or above at A-level or equivalent, to include Mathematics plus at least one further STEM-based subject such as Physics, ICT, Computing and Electronics.
Apprenticeship candidates will typically have at least three A-levels at Grades A*-C including Mathematics and Physical Science or their equivalent or will have completed a Level 3 Apprenticeship as a Civil Engineering Technician, plus five GCSEs at Grade A-C or 5-9 including Mathematics, English Language and Double Science or equivalent qualification.
As an Apprentice Engineer, you will help to contribute and resolve the impacts of historical mining through designing, procuring and overseeing the construction of civil engineering solutions.
You'll be part of our experienced and friendly Engineering team who pride themselves on their structured mentoring programme for professional development and valuable training. You will receive training and experience in a wide range of civil engineering disciplines including structural engineering and geotechnical engineering. You will also be working alongside environmental scientists and project managers to ensure that designs deliver sustainability and environmental improvements.
The post will involve hybrid working and it is anticipated that typically 3 days on average will be within the Mansfield office subject to working patterns and business requirements, with day release to the University of Derby (28 days a year). Visits to our construction sites across the country will be required which transport and accommodation will be provided for.
An apprenticeship offer will be subject to acceptance onto the Degree Apprenticeship at the University of Derby. Applications to this apprenticeship will need to be made through the Mining Remediation Authority who will coordinate the process between the three parties of prospective Apprentice, University of Derby and the Mining Remediation Authority.
You will be employed on a fixed term contract which will be subject to the ongoing successful completion of the apprenticeship programme and working in accordance with the values and behaviours of the Authority.
Your pay will be linked to your qualification and performance milestones throughout the life of the apprenticeship. Job responsibilities and competency levels will be updated each academic year to reflect the knowledge, skills and experience gained. A starting salary of £24,454 per annum, progressing to £34k + (based on current salaries) upon IEng award.
We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!
To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description.
Role location: Hybrid working (typically 3 days working out of our Mansfield office)
Schedule:
Application closing date: 6th July 2026
Sifting date: w/c 6th July 2026
Assessment day: 13th July 2026
(If you are not available for the assessment day, unfortunately we will not be able to consider you for the role).
Security:
Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.
Why join us?
Make a real difference with flexibility, long‑term security and support for life outside work.
At the Mining Remediation Authority, you’ll do meaningful work that improves people’s lives and protects the environment, while building a sustainable and balanced career.
- Flexibility that fits your life – hybrid working and flexibility in how you manage your time
- Financial security for your future – including a pension with up to 29% employer contribution
- Time to recharge – 27.5 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to flex more days
- Support through life’s big moments – generous family leave and flexibility when you need it most
- Opportunities to grow – funded learning, development and professional subscriptions
- Wellbeing support you can use every day – including a monthly wellbeing allowance, confidential support and practical health benefits
Find out more about our full range of benefits and what it’s like to work with us here Life page
About us
At the Mining Remediation Authority, we make a real difference to people and places across Great Britain. From managing mining hazards to protecting the environment, our work keeps communities safe. We’re also playing an exciting role in the future of energy, helping to unlock mine water heat as a sustainable source to support the UK’s net zero ambitions. Our people are knowledgeable, collaborative and committed to doing the right thing for each other and for the communities we serve.
Why this matters
You’ll be joining an organisation that’s proud of the impact we make. We’re supportive, inclusive and genuinely care about delivering the right outcomes for communities across England, Scotland and Wales. Discover more about our work in our Business Plan
Inclusion matters to us
We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from everyone.
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and those from minority ethnic backgrounds who meet the minimum criteria.
If you need any adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] or call 01623 637000 we’re here to support you.
