Who we are looking for :Apprentice Environmental Practitioner (Level 6)
Location: Cumbria
Who we are at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is a leading delivery partner in the UK’s infrastructure sector. Specialising in critical and complex projects, we work across six core sectors: energy, water, nuclear, highways, rail, and aviation. With a strong commitment to innovation and responsible engineering, we design and deliver resilient infrastructure that connects communities, enhances the environment, and supports the economy.
Our people are at the heart of what we do. As a major UK contractor, we manage large-scale projects and long-term frameworks, providing essential infrastructure to public and private sector clients. As part of Morgan Sindall Group plc—a top UK construction and regeneration group with a revenue exceeding £3 billion—our team is empowered to deliver with integrity, skill, and excellence.
About the Apprenticeship
Provide subject matter expertise and direction ensuring the continuous improvement of environmental performance in line with relevant standards, client expectations and the Integrated Management System (IMS).
Functional Line Manager will be Environmental Advisor / Senior Environmental Advisor / Environmental Manager.
Assist with the development and implementation of the environmental elements of the integrated management system (IMS) including the production of documents to maintain our ISO14001 certification
Support the implementation of the environment strategy and management action plans for improvement within the business unit in line with corporate requirements
Carry out inspections, audits and investigations where required, reporting on, and implementing lessons learned and improvements
Assist the Environmental Manager in developing environmental elements of the integrated management system (IMS) including the production of documents to maintain ISO14001 certification
Support the team of advisors, and monitor and review performance in line with company processes to deliver current and future requirements
Review compliance with management systems and environmental management plans and legislation via internal audits
Identify and promote best practice across the business unit and share lessons learnt
Knowledge of relevant legislation and industry practice and provide input to the corporate strategy and local and business unit action plans to ensure compliance
Liaise with customer personnel on matters of environment and promote best practice solutions
Support the use of company performance measurement tools and ensure that relevant and required information is captured at project and business unit level.
To thrive in the role you may have:
Educated to A-level or equivalent in a relevant subject matter
Understanding of corporate strategy, values and objectives
Knowledge of ISO14001 Environmental Management System and its implementation (desirable)
Ability to work in a team environment contributing across a project, site or area
The ability to motivate self and small teams to perform specific tasks
Good planning and time management skills
Ability to contribute to meeting standards and specifications
Ability to work well either alone or as part of a team
knowledge
Understanding of construction practises and standards within their subject
Specialist knowledge in chosen field
Good writing, analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to handle situations and problems
Know when to ask for help and guidance
About the apprenticeship.
Environmental practitioner (Degree) / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education