Graduate Mechanical Engineer 2026 - Environment


Location
Annesley, Nottingham / Dorchester with Poole travel / Rickmansworth / Keighley, Yorkshire / Normanton with Braithwell and Cambridge travel. This role may require travel to various projects and locations, including occasional overnight stays.
Hours
Full Time
Salary
£31,000 per annum
About the Role
Join the UK's top-rated construction and civil engineering graduate programme with Galliford Try Holdings plc, recognised as the No.1 choice for graduates by TheJobCrowd and winner of the Environmental and Ethical Awareness category. Our Graduate Development Programme offers a rich, hands-on experience to develop your technical skills, expand your professional network, and gain professional qualifications if desired. You will work alongside industry experts in a full-time role, contributing to projects that add value to society and improve the built environment.
The programme lasts two years and runs alongside your permanent role, covering seven modules designed to enhance your interpersonal and leadership skills while complementing your technical experience. If you choose to pursue professional qualifications, these will be fully funded and supported by a dedicated mentor. The programme concludes with a celebration of your achievements and a promotion to the next stage of your career.
Galliford Try is a platinum member of the 5% Club, reflecting our commitment to quality training and 'earn as you learn' opportunities. We foster an inclusive culture focused on health, safety, and wellbeing through our 'Be Well' programme, which includes gym discounts and wellbeing support.
What We Offer
- Starting salary of £31,000
- Company car or car benefit scheme (role dependent)
- 28 days holiday excluding bank holidays, increasing with service, with an option to purchase additional holiday
- Private medical insurance
- Two paid volunteering days per year
- Agile working programme
- Additional benefits including Save as You Earn share purchase scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounts on brands and holidays
Experience
Applications are invited from graduates passionate about the industry who have achieved or are on track to achieve a Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering or a similar discipline prior to September 2026.
About You
- A collaborator who communicates effectively with diverse teams and contributes valuable input
- A problem-solver who considers solutions from multiple perspectives
- A self-starter motivated to take ownership and develop skills
- An adaptable individual who embraces change and new circumstances positively
- An inquisitive learner who asks questions to deepen understanding
Qualifications
- A full UK driving licence is essential (or currently learning, with expectation to obtain by 7th September 2026)
- Eligibility to live and work in the UK without restriction
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