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The closing date for this programme is 31st December 2025 and you will receive an update on your application in January or February 2026. We have two main intake dates for our 2026 summer placements: Monday 22nd June and Monday 6th July. We will ask you to advise your preferred start date in the application form. Our summer placements last for eight weeks. Job Description At Mott MacDonald, we believe in the power of potential. Our placements are more than just work experience - they’re a launchpad for your future, a place where your curiosity is welcomed, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported every step of the way. What Makes This Placement Different? Our opportunities span a wide range of sectors and teams, each offering a unique experience. Whether you're passionate about engineering, sustainability, digital innovation, or business operations, you’ll find a space here to explore your interests and make a meaningful contribution. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. That’s why our placements are flexible, you’ll have the freedom to take ownership, ask questions, and get involved in real projects that matter - all while learning from graduates, experienced professionals, and fellow students. We have opportunities in our Buildings; Energy; Transport and Water and Environment sectors. What You’ll Experience • Collaboration & Community: Work alongside diverse teams who are passionate, supportive, and driven by shared purpose., • Real-World Impact: Contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference - for our business, our communities, and the world., • Learning & Growth: Gain hands-on experience, develop new skills, and discover what drives you., • Belonging & Inclusion: Be part of a culture where everyone is respected, heard, and empowered to thrive. Your Journey Starts Here During the application process, you’ll be able to explore opportunities based on your degree discipline, sector interests, and preferred location. If you’re invited to interview, we’ll dive deeper into the specific role you’ve applied for and how it aligns with your strengths. Candidate Specification To join us for a summer placement you must currently be enrolled on a degree course at university, however, if you are graduating from your current degree in 2026 with no plans to enrol onto a further course then we would encourage you to explore our graduate opportunities. We’re Looking For Students With The Following Characteristics • Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently., • Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues., • Delivers high quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity., • Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving. About Our Summer Placements We’re looking for highly motivated students who are passionate about learning from our industry experts. You’ll be given the opportunity to gain invaluable experience working on some of the exciting projects that are helping to shape tomorrow’s world. We understand that to put your learning into practice it’s important that you’re given an accurate insight in to our innovative industry. With enough work placement experience under your belt you can get just that. Think of it as a worthwhile investment towards your future career. We place a lot of emphasis on giving you a realistic view of our world, so you can decide if it’s the industry you want to work in. Many of the employees that we recruit for our graduate schemes are students that have made an impression during their placements with us, so remember, this could be the start of a promising career for you with Mott MacDonald. We are a living wage employer, so we offer a great hourly rate for your placement with us. Our social side Being part of Mott MacDonald means more than just work, there’s a huge range of fun and exciting things that you can get involved in. From the moment you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your social and professional network, whether it’s meeting other placement students and graduates or joining forces with other members of staff from around the company at our annual sports day. Each of our offices have a sports and social committee which will give you the chance to be part of a variety of sports, social and charity events. We’re committed to promoting a strong culture of social responsibility and encourage our staff to play active roles in the local community. It's worth noting that sports and social committees tend to vary from office to office, so as well as getting involved in what’s already on offer, don’t be afraid to suggest new events or initiatives that you think could be a great addition. Equality, diversity and inclusion We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. Agile working At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust. More About Mott MacDonald We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities. A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs. Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence Location(s): Altrincham, GB York, GB Croydon, GB Norwich, GB Glasgow, GB Cardiff, GB Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB Reading, GB Manchester, GB Brighton, GB Reading, GB Cambridge, GB Edinburgh, GB Leeds, GB Sheffield, GB London, GB Southampton, GB Bristol, GB Birmingham, GB Exeter, GB Contract Type: Contract Work Pattern: Full Time Market: Various Discipline: Civil Job Ref: 11678 Recruiter Contact:

Assistant/Field Service Technician York Permanent, (40 hours) Competitive Salary plus benefits Take the leap and dive into a new role as Field Service Technician! As part of the Field Services team, you will carry out installation, calibration and maintenance of Detectronic's Smart Flow and Level monitors in the wastewater network, predominantly in the North of England. There may also be a requirement to travel to other parts of the UK when needed. What you'll need to bring: • Ability to work safely and effectively as part of a two-man crew installing and maintaining equipment onsite, diagnosing problems and taking appropriate action with minimal supervision. • You'll be resourceful, hands-on and practical (you will be required to enter confined spaces) • A full clean UK driving licence, held for at least 2 years as experience is required due to the size of vehicle you will be driving. • You won't be fazed by working outside in all weathers or in confined spaces. • You may need to access manholes at people's homes or at business sites, so we will need you to always be polite and respectful. Our training programme includes but is not limited to Health, Safety and Environment training CSCS, Confined Space with Entry Controller (medium risk), NRSWA (Unit 2: Signing, Lighting and Guarding) and First Aid at Work the 3 day certificate. Please tell us if you already have any of these or other certificates. What we can offer you: • Full training package, pension, a company bonus (business performance dependant), 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays • No two days are the same, which means you will always be learning and finding new challenges to get stuck into. • On occasion, the schedule may lead you to stay away from home, in which case we offer a generous nightly working away allowance. • Company bonus (dependant on company performance) Being a market leader requires a great team with first class skills, and enthusiasm. If you would like to become part of the growing Detectronic family and take your career to a new level you should get in touch. About Us: Almost everyone wants their career to be meaningful and fulfilling, working in the water industry sector can be just that. Helping water companies throughout the world to manage their complex wastewater sewer networks, prevent flooding, reduce pollution and improve rivers and bathing water. Detectronic Ltd specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of wastewater flow, level and water quality monitoring equipment for smart network monitoring of sewerage, wastewater and trade effluent. Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know. TPBN1_UKTJ