Skills for Life

2025 Apprenticeship Opportunities
Why Choose an Apprenticeship?
At Walker Construction, we believe the best way to learn is by doing. For 60 years, we’ve been building exceptional careers alongside exceptional projects across the UK.
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Our apprenticeship programmes offer a genuine alternative to university. Providing hands-on experience, industry-recognised qualifications, and a salary from day one. No student debt, just real skills that last a lifetime.

Explore Your Options
Take a look at the apprenticeship options available at Walker Construction. Interested? Hit that apply button, send your CV and covering letter to Pamela our HR & ESG Manager before 9th May 2025!
Apprentice Construction Managers
Kent, Sussex & Surrey
Transform construction plans into reality while managing teams and resources on exciting projects throughout the South East.
What you’ll gain:
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HNC in Construction Management qualification
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£21,060 starting salary (increasing in year 2)
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Day release at Mid Kent or South Kent College
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Practical experience in project planning, staff supervision and quality control
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Knowledge of stakeholder management and site operations
Requirements:
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Age 18+
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Valid UK driving licence
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Strong interest in construction management
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Good communication and teamwork skills


Apprentice Groundworkers
Kent
Become the foundation of our construction projects, developing essential skills in one of the most versatile construction trades.
What you’ll gain:
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Level 2 Construction Groundworker qualification
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£9.00 per hour (increasing in year 2)
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Training at the National Construction College East (alternating 2 weeks at college, 8 weeks on site)
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Expertise in concreting, excavation, drainage and setting out
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Health and safety certification
Requirements:
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Age 18+
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GCSE Maths and English (grades 3-9) or Functional Skills L1+
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Physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors
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Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Apprentice Rail Construction Managers
Nationwide
Help shape Britain’s rail infrastructure while developing specialised management skills for this crucial sector.
What you’ll gain:
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HNC in Construction Management qualification
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£21,060 starting salary (increasing in year 2)
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Experience in rail-specific construction requirements
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Expertise in project planning, compliance and specialised infrastructure skills
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Knowledge of stakeholder management and site operations
Requirements:
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Age 18+
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Valid UK driving licence
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Strong interest in rail infrastructure
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Good communication and teamwork skills
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CSCS card beneficial but not essential


Apprentice Planner
Kent
Become an integral part of our central Planning team, ensuring project programmes are produced to relevant timescales and helping our construction projects stay on track.
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What you'll gain:
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HNC in Construction Management qualification
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£21,060 starting salary (increasing in year 2)
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Day release at Mid Kent or South Kent College
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Expertise in programming, progress monitoring and tender preparation
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Skills in identifying and mitigating potential delays
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Experience working across multiple construction projects
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Requirements:
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Age 18+
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Valid UK driving licence
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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Basic knowledge of construction practices
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Good IT skills and attention to detail
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Ability to work to deadlines
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Willingness to travel to project sites