Job Title: Graduate Civil Engineer

Location: Nottingham, UK

Remuneration: Zero-hour contract (around £27,000 per annum), "A visa may be provided after 12 months of continuous employment."

Start Date: Immediate (flexible based on notice period)

Contract Type: Permanent (zero-hour basis)

About Us

Concrete4Change (C4C) is an R&D company developing breakthrough technology to capture and permanently mineralise CO₂ in concrete, turning the world's most-used construction material into a climate solution.

We are backed by two of the largest concrete manufacturers globally:

• Siam Cement Group ($17 billion turnover)
• Goldbeck GmbH (€7 billion turnover)

Learn more about our work:

• Technologies & Vacancies: Watch here
• A Day in the C4C Labs: Watch here
• Employees’ Perspective: Watch here
• Founder's Story: Watch here

Role Overview

We are seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to support our concrete R&D team. This role involves hands-on work with concrete materials, conducting mechanical and durability testing, and assisting in lab operations to support our carbon capture innovation efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, mixing, and casting of concrete specimens
• Perform mechanical and durability tests on cement-based materials
• Support data collection, lab maintenance, and reporting activities
• Follow health, safety, and quality protocols in all laboratory operations

Candidate Profile

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline
• Basic understanding of concrete mixing, casting, curing, and mechanical testing
• Enthusiastic, hands-on, and eager to learn in a fast-paced R&D environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures

What We Offer

At C4C, we’re committed to innovation and impact. You’ll be part of a dynamic team pushing boundaries in sustainable construction. We offer:

• A unique opportunity to collaborate with top UK universities
• Experience working with multi-billion-euro global partners
• A structured career development pathway
• Competitive milestone-based bonuses
• Annual holiday entitlement (pro-rata)
• Pension scheme (as applicable under contract type)
• A positive, inclusive team culture and regular social activities
• Opportunity for transition into full-time employment based on performance and project needs