Job Description

Construction Engineering Graduate Programme
(3 years Fixed Term Contract)
33,500 salary, 2,000 welcome bonus, 550 Flex allowance plus up to 10% bonus and benefits
This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
Deadline for applications: Friday 21st November 2025. We encourage early applications, as we may close the application window ahead of the deadline if we receive a high volume of strong candidates. Don't miss out-apply early to ensure you don't miss this opportunity.
Have you recently graduated in 2025 with a 2:1 (or projected for 2026) or above in a Master's degree in a relevant Engineering Civil, Electrical or Mechanical discipline?
Are you interested in a programme that will facilitate professional development and exposure to real life Construction projects in a 24/7 live operational environment. Providing a route to Chartered status, with substantive opportunity to progress into roles such as Field Engineer or Project Engineer at the end of the scheme.
Great journeys happen at London Gatwick
Where will your career take you?
The buzz, the energy, the sheer magic of travel... you can feel it in the air all around you. Here, you'll be part of an energetic team and a vibrant community. We can help you thrive in a career that's a world away from the everyday.
What is the Graduate Programme?
Lasting 3 years, the programme will be involved in live projects that delivers strategic growth, by building our future infrastructure. As passenger numbers rise, it's vital we grow our infrastructure capacity and deliver our sustainability goals. Focused on civil work within an airport environment.
You will play a part in this growth working across field and project engineer teams across a wide variety of business areas and projects that cover every aspect of the airport ecosystem. Surface access, car parks, terminal buildings or out on our airfield.
You will gain a unique insight into the inner workings of our business rotating across Construction and Field / Project Engineering and experiencing different roles and programmes. With the convenience of being on an amazing single campus.
As well as giving you exposure to innovative projects in a fast paced environment this role can also offer you:

• A foundation for a career in engineering and support route to Chartership
• Opportunity to build your portfolio of skills and experience by exposure across different projects
• High environmental and safety standards
• Developing your design management, construction management and project management skills
• Working on multi-million projects and be involved from inception through to design, construction, handover and completion.
• Being part of a supportive and collaborative team

What else will you gain?

• A development programme that builds on your commercial awareness, wider skills and development.
• Insights into Aviation and its impact and associated industries, including sustainability and commerciality.
• A programme aligned and accredited with engineering institutions such as ICE to satisfy the requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
• The opportunity for internal progression into Field or Project Engineering roles

Do you have what we're looking for?

• Minimum 2:1 Master's degree (graduated 2025 or projected for 2026) in subject disciplines either: Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or includes these subject modules covered as a core discipline.
• Driving licence
• Keen interest in the Construction sector and being involved in active construction projects
• Logical thinker with an aptitude for problem-solving
• Highly numerate, with an understanding of Data analysis
• Ability to prioritise and work at pace
• Creative, innovative, curious to find a better way
• Team working- you'll enjoy working in a team environment, sharing ideas, and collaborating with colleagues as well as other graduates

What's in it for you?
We value our people and reward every employee fairly with a highly competitive package, enhanced by an:

• annual bonus,
• share scheme,
• pension, and lifestyle insurance.

There's also plenty of opportunities for career progression, as well as training to support your personal and professional development.
At London Gatwick we're also very well connected, just 30 minutes from central London and directly linked to over 100 towns and cities. Whether you prefer to travel by cycle, electric car, or train, we aim to make your journey to work as convenient and cost-effective as possible.
What's it like to work at London Gatwick?
At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.
We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.
Click apply to start your career with London Gatwick.
Selection Process * An online application that will involve a CV -Deadline for applications: Friday 21st November 2025. We encourage early applications, as we may close the application window ahead of the deadline if we receive a high volume of strong candidates. Don't miss out-apply early to ensure you don't miss this opportunity.

• Online assessments to demonstrate your strengths and the values and behaviours to be successful
• If successful a virtual 1st stage screening call
• An assessment centre with group and individual activities as well as an interview with the opportunity to meet managers and teams here at London Gatwick.

Dates to be confirmed for February 2026.
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Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Airport, Gatwick, United Kingdom, RH6 0NP
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Clare Ead
Clare.Ead@gatwickairport.com
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Job benefits
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Bonus Scheme
Discretionary bonus plans look to reward colleagues for their hard work, talent and commitment to Gatwick achieving excellent results.
Pension
We offer a defined contribution pension (DC) plan with the flexibility to select your monthly contribution.
Life Assurance
Our life assurance benefit provides peace of mind by offering financial protection to your loved ones.
Wellbeing
Putting yours and your loved ones health first, with private medical and cash plan options, including access to a free virtual GP for all colleagues.
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Our approved tax efficient salary sacrifice scheme, could help you achieve your environmental ambitions with a shiny, new electric vehicle.
Share Plan Scheme (VINCI)
Become a VINCI Group shareholder, offering buy one get one free shares in London Gatwick's majority shareholder.
Discounts & Cashback
You'll have access to discounted shopping from over 800 retailers including restaurants, insurance companies and supermarkets.
Discounted Rail & Bus Travel
At London Gatwick, we encourage sustainable and lower-emission transport options for our employees. To support this, we offer a range of discounts on public transport.
Airside Perks & Free Holiday Parking
Our colleagues enjoy discounts at our airport retail partners & restaurants. Also available is 28 days free holiday parking, and 20% discount for family & friends.
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