2026 Marine Project Manager Higher Apprentice

National Grid; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is offering an apprenticeship as a Marine Project Manager Higher Apprentice. This role involves supporting subsea power cable installation projects, focusing on project management within marine engineering. Applicants should have a strong interest in renewable energy, achieving minimum GCSE and A-Level qualifications. The position offers a starting salary of £31,310 and benefits like 26 days of annual leave and a chance for a permanent position after two years.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits including cycle-to-work

Qualifications

• Minimum of five GCSEs with relevant grades.
• Two A-Levels including Geography, Geology, or similar.
• BTEC Level 3 in relevant subjects required.
• Driving license required by 31 May 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordination of projects.
• Monitor project progress and report milestones.
• Support logistics and resource management.
• Participate in safety assessments.

Skills

Interest in marine engineering

Project management

Renewable energy

Education

Five GCSEs including English, Maths, and Science

Two A-Levels at grade C or above

BTEC National Certificate or Diploma Level 3

Job description

Marine Project Manager Higher Apprentice

Be among the first 25 applicants.

About the Role

The Marine Project Manager Higher Apprentice role is based within our Strategic Infrastructure Team (SI), a new team that has been set up to deliver 17 new major projects in the UK, as well as other strategic projects to help us deliver on our net zero ambitions and help the UK Government meet its target of 50GW of renewable energy by 2030. Our aim is to help the UK switch to clean energy and make sure our electricity network is fit for the future; carrying more clean, secure energy from where it’s generated to where you need it. As a Marine Project Manager Higher Apprentice, you would play a crucial role in enabling us to do this. We are looking for a motivated individual to support the installation of subsea power cables. This apprenticeship will provide hands‑on experience in project management within the marine engineering sector, focusing on the planning and execution of subsea operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and coordination of subsea power cable installation projects.
• Support the project manager in monitoring project progress and reporting on key milestones.
• Help with logistics and resource management for marine operations.
• Participate in safety assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and contractors to facilitate project tasks.

Location

This role is based in the Warwick office and offers flexible, hybrid working. You will be required to live within a 45–60‑minute commutable distance of the following postcode: CV34 6DA. You will be required to travel to our site locations, and annually you’re expected to travel more than 10,000 miles for business.

About You

• Minimum of five GCSEs with grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including English, Maths, and a Science (or equivalent).
• Have or be predicted to achieve two A-Levels at grade C or above including one of the following: Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Business Management.
• Have a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma Level 3 in one of those subjects at Grade Merit or Distinction.
• Strong interest in marine engineering, project management, and renewable energy.
• A driving licence is required; if you do not already have one you must obtain it by 31 May 2026.
• Flexibility to travel when required, including frequent overnight stays away from home in pre‑booked accommodation.

You don’t need prior work experience; determination and will to succeed are far more important. We will teach you everything you need to know, providing a variety of skills with transferable value for your career at National Grid.

What You’ll Get

Starting salary of £31,310 for this apprenticeship, increasing annually.

Benefits

• Upon successful completion of the two‑year apprenticeship you will achieve a nationally recognised accredited qualification, Level 4 Qualification in Associate Project Management.
• 26 days annual leave plus statutory holidays.
• Pension scheme and sharesave options.
• Flexible benefits including cycle‑to‑work, buy/sell holiday, and others.
• Opportunity to enroll in our share‑save/share incentive plans.
• Well‑rounded skills through practical experience.
• A permanent position upon successful completion of your apprenticeship.

About Us

National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We’re 30,000 colleagues strong. In the UK, National Grid doesn’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt. The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

Our Values and Principles

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and industries and we are happy to discuss any adjustments you require.

Further Information

Applicants can only apply for one apprenticeship opportunity during this recruitment cycle. We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close vacancies once we have enough applications. Assessment centres will be held between January and April 2026. National Grid’s apprenticeship programme in the UK is open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria, including a valid right to work in the UK. Sponsorship for the UK points‑based immigration system is not normally offered. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. For information about visas, please visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas.

Summary

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
• Industries: Utilities