What’s it like to work at SYSTRA? Life at SYSTRA UK

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At SYSTRA, we keep the world and the communities we serve moving forward towards a connected, sustainable future.

We do the same for our people. We connect them to a global network of incredible knowledge and talent. We give the the freedom and flexibility to find their best selves.

We encourage them to contribute, to always learn, grow and develop, making it possible for them to achieve their professional ambitions.

SYSTRA is a place where everyone can share their commitment to excellence, team spirit and a desire to do better.

What’s it like to work at SYSTRA?

We want you to enjoy working with us, and to experience the thrill of contributing to projects that are truly changing the world. We want you to learn and grow as an individual; to be fulfilled and enthused at work. That’s why we do all we can to create a working environment that promotes excellence and motivates everyone to be at their best, every day.

Find out below what makes SYSTRA a great place to work.

Working on exciting transformative projects

SYSTRA transforms cities and reinvigorates communities bringing social value through sustainable infrastructure developments.

As well as working on projects in the UK and Ireland, our teams sometimes get opportunities to work with colleagues overseas on global projects.

BROWSE PROJECTS

Wellness & community – thriving together

We believe in supporting each other and fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive. We have a commitment to everyone’s well-being through our wellness champions in every office and an employee assistance program that includes initiatives for your health, fitness as well as mental health counselling. We encourage open communication and embrace diverse perspectives, to create a safe space for colleagues. This collaborative spirit helps us achieve more together in the ways we work to deliver excellence in our workplace that benefits our clients.

Making a difference through volunteering

We’re passionate about delivering social value in the projects we work on and in our local communities. Our colleagues are encouraged to drive innovation and embrace change, looking for solutions and improvements that add value. This includes colleagues volunteering efforts in local communities.

Celebrating & finding strength in diversity

Our aim is to make everyone feel welcomed, valued and supported in our workplaces, regardless of gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation or ethnic background. To support and encourage diversity and inclusion at SYSTRA, we have invested in wide-reaching initiatives that target everything from improving our gender balance to providing training in cultural and LGBTQI+ awareness.

“Throughout SYSTRA I’ve found reliable, friendly and professional people who want to provide the best services to our clients, and who share my passion for interesting projects. I think we have a unique culture that combines high quality professionalism with the ability to enjoy what we’re doing…The willingness of colleagues to step up to challenges and look out for each other is really refreshing.”

~ Neill Birch, Business Director (Bus Operations, Fares and Ticketing)

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Supporting your career journey

At SYSTRA, we are dedicated to helping you learn and grow, ensuring you are fulfilled and motivated in your work. We encourage and empower our colleagues to make a difference, fostering confidence and encouraging initiative. We encourage our teams to adopt an entrepreneurial spirit, and we promote continuous professional development and celebrate achievements, big or small. We host our own excellence awards and recognise colleagues and teams for their work. Our aim is to foster an environment where everyone wants to do even better.

STEM – inspiring young minds

Inspiring the next generation is a key part of our vision at SYSTRA. Through school visits, we aim to spark curiosity among the engineers and consultants of tomorrow. We show how STEM skills shape crucial projects across vital infrastructure, including transport, environmental, and energy sectors, inspiring young minds to solve real-world challenges and create a sustainable future.

investing in OUR PEOPLE

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We inspire and empower our colleagues to make a real difference, championing continuous professional development and nurturing a growth mindset.

Our bold leadership empowers colleagues, ensuring you feel supported and have a voice to make a real difference. We’re committed to creating a fulfilling and inclusive environment, where everyone feels valued and inspired to achieve excellence together.

Rewards & benefits

Interested in joining our team and making a real impact?

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