Civil Engineer Degree Apprenticeship

About the role

Babcock is recruiting a Civil Engineer Degree Apprentice based at Devonport, the largest naval base in Western Europe. Over a five-year programme, you will earn a BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering while working on projects that support national security and the safe operation of the dockyard.

Key responsibilities

• Work on dockside facilities, industrial buildings and complex engineering structures, helping design, assess and maintain the assets that keep the site running.
• Contribute to engineering designs, calculations and technical solutions, developing skills in analysis, design development, technical reporting and problem-solving.
• Complete placements across engineering teams at Devonport, supported by technical training and mentoring.
• Study for the degree at the University of Plymouth on a block-release basis, covering project management, mathematics, geotechnics, structural engineering, safety and sustainable development.

Required profile

• A Levels totalling at least 112 UCAS points including Maths at grade C, or a T Level (grade C or above in the core component) or BTEC Extended Diploma (MMM) in STEM or engineering subjects; equivalent qualifications may be considered.
• Ability to achieve and maintain BPSS, Security Check (SC) and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPI) clearance.
• Must be able to work on site at Devonport at least three days per week and live within reasonable commuting distance.
• Only a sole UK national may occupy the post under national security legislation.

What we offer

• Starting salary of £27,381 with annual increases throughout the programme.
• Fully funded qualification and personal development training.
• At least 28 days holiday including bank holidays, competitive pension scheme and employee share scheme.
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work and employee shopping savings portal.
• Automatic enrolment on the Apprentice Development Programme and STEM outreach and volunteering opportunities.

The programme starts in September 2027; applications close on 8 December 2026 and are reviewed in the order received.