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Port of Dover

Graduate Engineer

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Port of Dover

GB · Full-time · £27,000 – £27,000

About this role

We are looking for motivated and curious Engineering Graduates to join our team and gain hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of engineering and construction projects delivered within a live, operational environment at the Port of Dover.

This is a unique opportunity to develop your skills across a broad spectrum of disciplines, including project engineering, procurement, commercial awareness, health and safety, and CDM regulations. You will play an active role in supporting project development from early-stage concept through to delivery.

Working as part of a collaborative central team, you will contribute to the development of project scopes, carry out site-based activities, and support the successful delivery of programmes across our infrastructure and port environments. You will conduct site surveys, measurements, and condition assessments of structures, M&E, or assets.

This 24-month graduate position offers structured mentorship and a development programme, providing a strong foundation for a career in engineering and project management within a dynamic operational environment.

Requirements

  • Degree in Electronics or Sustainable Energy Engineering
  • Strong interest in infrastructure, ports, or large-scale development projects
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools
  • Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to apply academic knowledge to real-world engineering challenges
  • Organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Curious mindset with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges

Responsibilities

  • Conduct site surveys, measurements, and condition assessments (structures, M&E, or assets)
  • Analyse data and translate findings into technical scopes of work and specifications
  • Support the creation of early-stage designs, drawings, diagrams, and 3D models
  • Review and evaluate technical and design submissions, providing clear feedback
  • Assist in the preparation of work instruction packs for supply chain pricing
  • Monitor project progress and contribute to planning, sequencing, and programming
  • Assess quality of works against approved designs and standards
  • Identify project risks and opportunities, supporting mitigation strategies

Benefits

  • 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
  • Generous contributory pension scheme
  • Discretionary annual bonus scheme
  • Private Health Care
  • Life assurance
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free parking