Assistant Civil Engineer

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS - Please ensure you meet these before applying:

• Unrestricted right to work in the UK (we do not offer visa sponsorship)

• Civil Engineering degree (BEng/MEng) or equivalent

• 2-3 years post graduate UK construction/civil engineering experience

• Full UK driving licence

About the Role

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious civil engineer technician at the beginning of your career to accelerate your skills within a complex, operational port environment. You'll work on diverse infrastructure projects ranging from quayside structures and pavements to drainage systems and utilities - all within a live, 24/7 operational setting that presents unique engineering challenges.

As a Civil Engineering Technician, you'll take genuine ownership of projects from inception through to completion, supported by our experienced Engineering leadership team. This isn't a graduate training scheme - you'll be managing real projects with budgets, programmes, and contractor interfaces from day one.

Typical projects include:

• Quayside and marine structure repairs and upgrades

• Internal road and pavement reconstruction & repair programmes

• Drainage and utilities infrastructure works

• Structural inspections and remedial works

• Port estate development projects supporting operational growth

This role requires regular site presence across the Port of Tilbury estate. Due to the operational nature of the port environment, regular remote working is not available. You must be within commutable distance of Tilbury.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Take ownership of civil engineering projects from feasibility through to practical completion

• Manage project programmes, budgets (typically £50k - £500k)

• Coordinate with operational teams to schedule works around 24/7 port activities

Technical Responsibilities

• Produce and update technical drawings using AutoCAD

• Develop scopes of works and review contractor designs and method statements

• Apply engineering principles to solve practical problems in a live operational environment

CDM and Safety Compliance

• Act as Client representative under CDM 2015 regulations

• Ensure contractors comply with port safety requirements and permit-to-work systems

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience and Qualifications:

• BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering (or closely related discipline)

• 2-3 years UK construction or civil engineering project experience working with contractors on site

• AutoCAD proficiency - able to produce and modify civil engineering drawings

• Full UK driving licence - site travel is a daily requirement

Essential Skills:

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities

• Practical problem-solving approach - able to make decisions on site

• Comfortable working independently whilst knowing when to escalate

What Forth Ports Can Offer You

At Forth Ports, our people are our priority, and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and supportive working culture. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Defined pension scheme and life assurance

• Professional membership subscriptions paid (ICE, IStructE, etc.)

• Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family

• Cycle to work scheme

• Attractive family-friendly policies

• Employee discount platform offering discounts on UK-wide restaurants, car rentals, and holidays

• GymFlex health club memberships

We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

 We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and recognise the value serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and military families bring to our organisation.

As a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we are committed to ensuring that members of the Armed Forces community are treated fairly and are not disadvantaged in their civilian careers because of their service.

We welcome applications from veterans, reservists, cadet force adult volunteers, and military spouses/partners, and we actively support flexible and inclusive recruitment practices.

 How to Apply

If you're a motivated civil engineer with 2-3 years UK experience looking to develop your career in the port and infrastructure sector, we would love to hear from you.  Please submit your CV highlighting relevant UK project experience

Apply via the 'Apply Now' link.

Applications from candidates without UK work authorisation or relevant UK experience will not be progressed.