Mechanical Engineering Graduate Leadership Development Programme
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Job Description
Heathrow is an amazing backdrop to a career filled with unique opportunities. We are on an exciting journey to achieve our vision of being an extraordinary airport, fit for the future. Through creating capacity, transforming for a digital future and focusing on people and planet, we will make every journey better.
The scheme
Engineering is the lifeblood of Heathrow. Our Mechanical Engineers work across the airport on a vast array of cutting‑edge maintenance, development and infrastructure projects. From airbridges and baggage systems to heating, cooling and water distribution, the scale and complexity of our environment offers exposure to many areas of engineering.
Our three‑year professional development programme prepares you for engineering and management roles within engineering and asset management. The scheme is also intended to provide you with sufficient experience to meet the initial professional development requirements of the Institution of Engineering and Technology, which will allow you to apply for membership of the Institution at either Incorporated or Chartered level in due course.
Exposure
- Airside and landside engineering
- Water management
- Power generation
- Terminal engineering
- Project management
- External secondment to designers / contractors
- Rail
- Baggage
- Asset management
Supporting you for success
Heathrow is a place where everybody belongs – and there are no limits on what you can achieve. Every participant receives mentors, managers and a dedicated buddy. You will receive one‑to‑one coaching, training, networking opportunities and a defined training route aimed at developing future leaders.
What we’re looking for
To succeed in this programme you need a real passion for engineering and a degree accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (iMeche) or a comparable accredited degree, by August 2026.
We look for people who are keen to explore new things, enjoy a challenge, demonstrate a “can‑do” attitude, integrity, and a passion for living our Heathrow values. Candidates should also possess strong communication skills, an appetite for data and digital capabilities, and the ability to embrace change with agility.
What it's like to work here
Heathrow’s dynamic environment offers fresh possibilities, cultural diversity, and opportunities to contribute to sustainability and decarbonisation. You will be part of a team that encourages learning, inclusivity, and personal growth.
Our rewards
Competitive salaries, performance‑based bonuses, share in success plans, generous annual leave, market‑leading pensions, private health insurance, wellbeing tools, and varied learning and development opportunities.
Working location
Based in the UK, within commutable distance to Heathrow. Most hours are on‑site.
Equal opportunities
Heathrow encourages applications from all and champions inclusivity.
Right to work
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. No Skilled Worker route sponsorship.
Apply today
Successful candidates will start in September 2026. Click the “Apply Now” button to submit. Apply only to one stream within our programme.
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- Engineering and Information Technology
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