Graduate Engineer (Infrastructure)

About SPT

SPT manages and operates the Glasgow Subway, which is currently undergoing a £300m modernisation, aiming to improve customer experience and secure this iconic public asset for future generations. The modernisation programme will see replacement of the fleet of rolling stock, installation of a new signalling and control system, and introduction of platform screen doors. This project is set in the wider context of SPT seeking to support sustainable and accessible travel for the region.

About the Role

There has never been a more exciting time for a graduate to join our small engineering team as we work to maintain and improve the existing Subway assets, whilst also supporting the modernisation programme.

This role offers an opportunity to develop your engineering and management skills in a busy and multi-disciplined operational environment. You will support the Infrastructure Asset Engineer in the range of tasks relating to management and improvement of the Subway infrastructure. The graduate role will commence in Summer 2023 (date to be agreed) and will follow a 2.5 to 3 year programme, giving you the opportunity to work collaboratively with other stakeholders and departments and also to take responsibility for working independently on discrete scopes.

You will have the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of different activities, establishing familiarity with a variety of Subway assets and being involved in a series of improvement and renewal projects. The role will give you the opportunity to be involved in at all phases of asset and project life, including office and site based activities, as SPT looks to deliver sustainable and cost effective solutions.

About you

It is essential that you have a degree in a relevant civil / structural engineering discipline and preferably you will have some experience of working within an engineering environment. A self-motivated individual with a drive to succeed you will have strong communication, problem solving and numeracy skills, be confident dealing with technical information and have a real eye for detail. You must also be experienced in the use of MS Office Suite and AutoCAD.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

If you have any questions about the role or graduate programme please contact Lynsay Reid, HR on 0141 333 3670.

What we can offer…

Working at SPT comes with many benefits you can look forward to:
o Competitive Salary
o Commitment to your ongoing learning and development, including support towards chartership/ professional recognition
o Good Annual and Public Holiday Entitlement
o Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme – SPT contribute 19.3% of your annualised pay
o Group Life Assurance Cover
o Employee Travel Pass Scheme – a Subway Smartcard to travel on the Glasgow Subway for free
o Discounted Season Rail Tickets – maximum of £300 towards the cost of an annual rail ticket
o Cycle to Work Scheme, Childcare Vouchers, Employee Assistance Programme, Long Service Awards, Credit Union
Full time hours will be 35 hours per week Monday to Friday.

Please note, this position falls into the high risk category under the Alcohol and Drugs policy and therefore is subject to Random & For-Cause testing procedures.

How to Apply

To apply, please select the ‘apply now’ button to complete an online application form.

Closing date for applications will be midnight on Sunday 12 March 2023.

SPT is an Equal Opportunities company welcoming applications from a diverse background. If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. SPT encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.