A Career Opportunity Designed for You
At Huyton Asphalt and HA Civils, we recognise the challenges care-experienced young people face when moving into the workforce. We’re committed to providing meaningful, practical opportunities in civil engineering, groundwork, highways, and infrastructure, to help you learn, grow, and begin your career journey in a supportive environment (hacivils.co.uk).
About Us
Huyton Asphalt has been shaping new communities across the UK for nearly 50 years. Together with HA Civils, our teams of over 200 skilled professionals work across the North West and nationally to deliver high-quality, safe, and sustainable infrastructure projects – from roads and drainage to public realm and retail developments (hacivils.co.uk).
Our core values are innovation, safety, sustainability, and community impact, they drive everything we do. We’re proud to deliver pioneering surfacing technology like HALO™ low‑carbon asphalt, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support local net-zero goals (LCRIG –).
Our Unique Approach
Step into the World of Civil Engineering and Construction
We offer a welcoming, hands-on learning environment where you’re matched with experienced mentors, invited to join real project sites, and given opportunities to learn while working. You’ll gain a practical understanding of the industry, with a supportive team behind you every step of the way.
Join Our Team – Work Placements
We’re offering:
- 6‑week paid work placements for care leavers interested in civil engineering or project management
- Work experience placements for those looking to complete coursework or training hours
- Permanent employment opportunities as vacancies become available
- Pay: To be confirmed, depending on role and placement type
- A structured, inclusive environment where we help you gain skills, experience, and confidence
What You’ll Do
Your responsibilities could include:
- Assisting on live site projects, covering groundwork, drainage or surfacing
- Shadowing engineers and project managers to understand planning and operations
- Learning about site health & safety, materials, and contractor coordination
- Developing practical skills essential for site-based roles
The Skills We’re Looking For
Experience is not required, just a readiness to learn. We’re looking for people who are:
- Reliable and motivated
- Interested in engineering, construction, or site operations
- Eager to work as part of a team and show initiative
- Committed to developing practical skills in a professional setting
How We Support You
- On-site mentorship and tailored support
- Help with travel, workwear and induction
- Flexibility to fit your personal or educational commitments
- A respectful and inclusive environment that values your potential and lived experience
Why Choose Huyton Asphalt and HA Civils?
- A care leaver-friendly employer committed to inclusion, innovation and development (co.uk, hacivils.co.uk)
- Real, local opportunities in a growing business focused on social value
- A career path that values sustainability, safety, and community impact through pioneering practices like HALO™ technology (co.uk, LCRIG –)
- A team environment where you are supported to progress and build practical skills
How to Get Involved
- Let us know you’re interested, we’ll arrange a quick introductory call.
- Join us for a site visit or informal meet-up to learn more about your placement options.
- Begin your placement or employment, supported every step of the way.
We welcome collaboration with personal advisers or support professionals throughout the process.
Contact Details:
Louise Ashton
07477166201
lashton@hameansmore.co.uk
