* * * IV | * * * CAREERS IN ENGINEERING|THE NECR EXHIBITION


* * * * * * THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2010 THE DAILY TELEGRAPH The Daily Telegraph


The National Engineering & Construction Recruitment Exhibition, Hall 1


1, NECBirmingham, November 26-27


The National Engineering & Construction Recruitment Exhibition offers skilled, qualified professional and graduate visitors the opportunity to discover the vast choice of engineering and construction roles that are available with leading employers.


The two-day event is free. Pre-register online for fast-track entry at www.engineerjobs.co.uk


Vacancies cover many engineering and construction disciplines, including: aerospace, rail, automotive, civil, chemical, design, electrical and electronics, information technology and computing, mechanical, project management, quantity surveying, planning, production, manufacturing and environmental.


OPENING TIMES Friday, November 26 11:00 –17:00


Saturday, November 27 11:00 –16:00


FIND US Hall 11 The NEC Birmingham B40 1NT


SUBSIDISED TRANSPORT To find out how students can claim up to £10 off travel costs go to


www.engineerjobs.co.uk


Companies recruiting include:


»AMEC – C130 AMEC is a focused


supplier of high-value consultancy, engineering and project management services to the world’s natural resources, nuclear, clean energy, water and environmental sectors. It has operations in the UK and Americas and employs some 23,000 people internationally. www.amec.com


»ARM – B10 ARM is the world’s leading


semiconductor intellectual property (IP) supplier. It offers an environment where innovative ideas are able to grow and develop. ARM designs the technology that is at the heart of advanced digital products, including wireless networking and consumer entertainment solutions. www.arm.com


»BAE SYSTEMS – C110 BAE Systems is one of


the world’s leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. It works at the cutting edge


of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries. www.baesystems.com/careers


»BOEING – C30 Boeing is the world’s


leading aerospace company and the largest manufacturer of commercial jetliners and military aircraft. Boeing’s relationships with its employees and British industry have resulted in extraordinary innovation. Boeing is undergoing rapid growth in the UK and offers you the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies. www.boeing.com/ukcareers


»CCFE – C60 Culham Centre for


Fusion Energy (CCFE) is one of the UK’s most prestigious research centres where physicists and engineers explore fusion as a safe, clean and virtually limitless energy source. CCFE has over 50 years’ experience of fusion devices and hosts the Mega Amp Spherical Tokamak (MAST). www.ccfe.ac.uk


»CUMMINS LTD – A60 Cummins, a global power


leader, is made up of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service engines and related technologies — including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation. Website applications only.


www.eujobs.cummins.com »GE AVIATION SERVICES


– WALES – C80 GE Aviation is a world- leading producer of large and small jet engines for commercial and military aircraft. GE Aviation Wales is an aircraft engineering site that oversees the overhaul and maintenance of large commercial aircraft engines. www.ge.com


– C70»GENERAL DYNAMICS


General Dynamics UK is a leading integrator of defence and security systems. It delivers decisive advantages for military and government customers worldwide. With


a world-class team and industry-leading knowledge, General Dynamics has a proven track record and is trusted to deliver.


www.generaldynamics.uk.com »G.P. ZACHARIADES


OVERSEAS – C150 A dynamic multidiscipline main contractor (turnover $135m plus), specialising in high-rise luxury hotels, residential and commercial buildings and industrial projects. GPZ prides itself on a can-do attitude achieved through the use of direct labour and an extensive in-house manufacturing capability. www.gpzgroup.com


»INSTITUTIONOF


CIVIL ENGINEERS (ICE) – C180 The ICE is a registered charity that strives to promote and progress civil engineering. It believes that civil engineers are “at the heart of society, delivering sustainable development solutions through knowledge, skills and professional expertise”. www.ice.org.uk


»THE INSTITUTION


OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (IET) – A90 The IET is one of the world’s leading professional societies for the engineering and technology community. The IET has more than 150,000 members in 127 countries and provides a global knowledge network to facilitate the exchange of ideas and promote the positive roles of science,


engineering and technology. www.theiet.org


J»JACOBS – B40


acobs is one of the world’s largest and most diverse providers of technical, professional and construction services. It offers full-spectrum support to industrial, commercial and government clients across multiple markets. www.jacobs.com


»JAGUAR LAND ROVER


– B130 Known for its innovative, quality and premium products, Jaguar Land Rover has redefined luxury motoring since its inception. Each brand is a market leader in its field, known and desired the world over. Less well-known is the quality of its graduate programme, which bears the same hallmarks of excellence as its vehicles. www.jaguarlandrovercareers. com


»JC BAMFORD


EXCAVATORS (JCB) – B90 As the world’s third largest construction equipment manufacturer, JCB’s trusted brand is synonymous with world-class innovation. The team designs and builds machines for reliability, using the most advanced technology. New recruits will work with the finest professionals around. www.jcbcareers.com


»JUSTENGINEERS – D70 Launched in 2000,


JustEngineers.net is the


most popular specialist engineering jobsite in the UK. There are an estimated 600,000 engineers in the UK and over a third are registered members of JustEngineers.net. An additional 100,000 engineers visit the JustEngineers network to browse its jobs, further increasing its reach in the engineering market. www.justengineers.net


»KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER


PARTNERSHIPS (KTP) – C10 KTP provides employment and personal development opportunities for talented graduates. With KTP you take ownership of a project that is core to the development of the business strategy and, while applying their degree, graduates can develop their skills base. www.ktponline.org.uk


»MERCURY


ENGINEERING – C140 Mercury Engineering is an engineering service provider with a presence across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. With revenues in excess of £400m it is involved in the project management, construction and fit-out of new buildings and facilities across a number of sectors, including manufacturing, commercial, oil and gas and infrastructure. www.mercuryeng.com


»MESSIER-DOWTY – C40 Messier-Dowty, a Safran


group company, is a world leader in the design,


FLOOR PLAN


FIRE EXIT


A1 10 IMMEDIATE VACANCIES


CAREERS ADVICE LOUNGE


B130 A90 B80 B95 B90


PRESENTATION THEATRE


C130 C140 C1


10 gradjobs.co.uk C150 C180


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HUB


institutions including: CIHT, EI, ICE, iChemE, IED, IET, IGEM, IHE, IHEEM, IoM3, NI, RAeS and SOE


Professional engineering


CAFE CV CLINIC


FIRE EXIT


READMORE ABOUT A HOST OF FREE FEATURES:


»CV CLINIC


Receive job-winning advice from leading CV expert The Write Stuff. Listen to regular presentations or bring your CV for a one-to-one consultation and unlock the secret to a successful CV.


»INTERVIEW CLINIC


Friday, November 26: 11:30, 14:00 and 16:00 Saturday, November 27: 11:30, 12:30, 13:45 and 14:45 These free interactive workshops give individual advice on how to approach your next interview. Careers expert Chris Morrall will focus on achieving interview success in a competitive job market. To take part, sign up at the Careers Advice Lounge.


»CAREERS ADVICE LOUNGE


Friday and Saturday: 11:00–16:00 Visit the Careers Advice Lounge and meet our expert career consultants who will talk you through your options and advise on how to find the perfect job.


»PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HUB


New for autumn 2010, the Professional Development Hub offers visitors the opportunity to meet with representatives from the Engineering Council and professional engineering institutions, including CIHT, EI, ICE, iChemE, IED, IET, IGEM, IHE, IHEEM, IoM3, NI, RAeS and SOE. Drop in for advice on your career progression, and to find out about professional registration and institution membership.


»WOMEN IN ENGINEERING FORUM D70


Friday, November 26: 12:00–13:45 The Women in Engineering Forum is your chance to network, get inspired, find a host of new contacts — and maybe even a job. There will be two presentations followed by an informal networking buffet lunch. 12:00 Arifa Chakera, Crystal Clear Management Solutions, will be talking about how she has navigated her successful and varied career as a civil engineer.


12:20 Farah Azirar, senior marketing services manager at Sony Europe and winner of the WES Prize 2009, will be sharing her experiences and imparting advice.


»PRESENTATION THEATRE TIMETABLE The easy way to find out what it’s like to work for


UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE


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B30 B40 B10 B20


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C40 C10


C70 C80 C50 C60


INTERVIEW CLINIC/ WOMENIN ENGINEERING FORUM


some of the UK’s leading organisations, and pick up invaluable careers advice. Entry to all presentations is free. Arrive early to secure your place.


Friday, November 26 11:30 An introduction to AMEC: Aspiring to excellence in everything we do


12:00 Women in Engineering Forum: Arifa Chakera, Crystal Clear Management Solutions


12:20 Women in Engineering Forum: Farah Azirar, Sony Europe, WES prize winner 2009


13:00 Engineering Council: Benefits of professional qualifications and institution membership


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D20 D10


13:45 Working at the cutting edge of technology: A career with BAE Systems


14:30 JCB: Global engineering excellence 15:15 Chris Morrall, careers expert: Top tips to improve your employability


16:00 The Write Stuff: How to write a CV that gets results


Saturday, November 27 11:30 RSA Group: A career with one of the world’s leading FTSE100 general insurers


12:15 Boeing: The inside track on working for the world’s leading aerospace company


13:00 Cummins: Fuel your ambition with a global power leader


13:45 Royal Navy: Engineering in the Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary


14:30 Jaguar Land Rover: Your ultimate destination 15:15 The Write Stuff: How to write a CV that gets results


ENTRANCE Floor plan not to scale and subject to change »UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE


University teams from across the UK will battle it out in a practical engineering challenge to be in with a chance of winning the £750 prize fund. It’s a great way to show off your teamworking and technical skills to recruiting companies. To take part, teams of up to six should head to the


University Challenge area at 11am each day. Or watch the teams in action at 11:30 and 14:15 on both days.


development, manufacture and support of landing- gear systems. With 14 sites worldwide, the company supplies 33 airframe manufacturers and supports 3,000 operators of large commercial, regional, business and military aircraft. www.messier-dowty.com


»NETWORK RAIL – A10 Over the next five years


Network Rail is investing £28.5bn in Britain’s rail infrastructure. A huge opportunity, it comes with responsibility and challenge in equal measure. Network Rail can offer unparalleled opportunities in a business that isn’t only stable, but also expanding. www.networkrail.co.uk


»P&H MINEPRO


SERVICES CANADA – B95 Providing support for P&H and non-P&H equipment, MinePro offers comprehensive operations solutions, and is the surface mining industry’s most valued partner. With more than 2,600 specialists at 30-plus customer support centres worldwide, it offers exciting career opportunities working with the world’s most sophisticated electric mining equipment. www.minepro.com


»THE ROYAL NAVYAND


ROYAL MARINES – C50 The Royal Navy and Royal Marines represent and defend the UK’s interests at home and abroad. They offer unique and varied employment, alongside travel, adventure,


excellent training, great pay, security and social opportunities. For more information visit the website, call 0845 607 5555 or drop into your local AFCO. www.royalnavy.mod.uk/ careers


»RSA – B20


Known for its excellence and delivery, RSA Engineering has over 150 years of experience providing a range of engineering inspection services. Its core product is the safety assessment of plant and equipment, to ensure continued safe use and compliance with relevant health and safety legislation. www.rsagroup.com


»SHARP LABORATORIES


OF EUROPE – B30 Sharp is a leading manufacturer of technologies and products for lighting, image displays, electronics and energy generation. Its purpose-built laboratory in Oxford is seeking high- calibre engineers with a passion for R&D to develop the technologies of the future.


www.sle.sharp.co.uk


»TARGETJOBS – D20 Showcasing thousands of


graduate opportunities, hundreds of employer profiles and helpful careers advice articles, Targetjobs.co.uk is hands-down the tastiest graduate jobsite in the UK. Visit the Targetjobs stand to register and get the most relevant of all three sent to your inbox. www.targetjobs.co.uk


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