The Canal & River Trust is offering a voluntary student placement as a Waterside Project Specialist, focusing on the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme for canal weirs. This role is ideal for civil engineering students seeking practical experience, allowing them to review and improve maintenance strategies while working closely with the engineering team
Job Summary
The volunteer will review the current Planned Preventative Maintenance programme for canal weirs and compare it against team goals.
This role offers a unique opportunity to make real, positive impacts on the charity's infrastructure management strategy.
Successful candidates will gain industrial experience and connections within the Asset Management engineering team.
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The Canal & River Trust is offering a voluntary student placement as a Waterside Project Specialist, focusing on the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme for canal weirs. This role is ideal for civil engineering students seeking practical experience, allowing them to review and improve maintenance strategies while working closely with the engineering team.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Civil engineering degree or similar topic
Access to laptop or desktop computer
Ability to travel to specific canal sites
Nice-to-have
Good time-management skills
Detail-oriented approach
Proactive attitude
Interest in heritage engineering
Key Requirements
Completion of civil engineering degree or similar field