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Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.

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Graduate Engineer
Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
Full time
Hybrid: with a requirement to work 2/3 days per week from the nearest Walk Wheel Cycle Hub
£29,835
37.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working
Closing 28 April 2026
Advertised from 1 April 2026

Role

As a Graduate Engineer, you will help produce technical work by using your developing skills and knowledge. You will work with periodic supervision, within a personalised graduate programme which will support you as you grow your expertise. This includes structured mentoring on the path to ICE chartership. Your work will contribute to delivering high-quality and sustainable solutions that support the mission of the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team including designers, engineers, technicians and other technical specialists. Together, you will help deliver projects and programmes that support the Trust’s strategic priorities.

What You’ll Be Doing

  •  Work within agreed guidelines to manage your own tasks across different projects.
  • Use your growing technical skills to help produce project outputs, such as drawings, specifications and reports.
  • Follow established processes and work under periodic supervision when needed.
  • Use analytical thinking and problem solving skills to help address project challenges.

This role is ideal for someone who’s eager to learn, excited by real‑world challenges, and keen to build a wide-ranging technical skillset. As part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team, you’ll get hands‑on experience across live projects, develop your engineering expertise through structured mentoring, and play a part in shaping healthier, more sustainable places for people to walk, wheel and cycle. It’s the perfect role for someone who wants to grow quickly, make a meaningful impact, and be part of a mission-driven organisation.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

  • You have either: a degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant field such as Civil Engineering or another clearly related specialism, or at least 3 years of relevant work experience.
  • You have an awareness of best practice in healthy street design.
  • You have an awareness of health and safety legislation.
  • The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.

  

LIVING OUR VALUES 

At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are: 

Always Learning – curious, open minded and committed to continuous improvement. 

Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed. 

Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better. 

Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success. 

Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully. 

WHAT WE OFFER 

We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life. 

Wellbeing Support 

  • 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
  • Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
  • Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
  • Free, confidential support service available 24/7
  • Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme

Financial Benefits 

  • Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays.
  • Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
  • Bike, computer and season ticket loans
  • Discount benefits
  • London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
  • Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

 

Family Friendly Policies 

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  • Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

Application notes

For further information and to apply, please visit our website.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

  • Application deadline: 23:59, 28 April 2026
  • Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams over a two week period commencing 11 May 2026. To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV.
  • We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
  • Adjustments are available throughout the application process.

Want to explore more roles? 

You can find full details about all our current job openings at: 

http://www.walkwheelcycletrust.org.uk/about-us/vacancies.

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