Murphy is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; energy and water.
Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.
Murphy employs around 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’ - directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. Visit (url removed) or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X:
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A day in the life of a Murphy Skills, Employment & Education Advisor
Education & Community Engagement
Create and deliver engaging sessions for primary schools, secondary schools and colleges across Kent and Essex, promoting the Lower Thames Crossing, the construction sector and essential employability skills.
Attend school-led events—including careers fairs, mock interviews, workshops and assemblies—to represent the project and inspire young people.
Organise and host site visits for local students, teachers and community groups to provide first-hand insight into the project.
Host and coordinate work experience placements for local students, ensuring meaningful insight into the construction and infrastructure industry. Stakeholder Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with local schools, colleges, training providers, employment brokerages and community organisations, demonstrating sensitivity to differing community perspectives on the project.
Attend external events and represent the organisation professionally while networking with key partners and stakeholders.
Work collaboratively with joint venture partners (Balfour Beatty, Skanska) to ensure consistent and aligned delivery across the programme. Volunteer Coordination
Recruit, brief and support project volunteers to participate in education and skills events. Internal Collaboration
Act as a key and active member of the wider People & Culture Team, contributing to shared goals and supporting the delivery of the project’s social value commitments.
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Confident public speaking and presenting to a variety of audience sizes.
Strong ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups—from local residents and young people to senior stakeholders and politicians.
Empathy and understanding when working with individuals from disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds.
Proficiency in PowerPoint with the ability to create engaging and age appropriate content.
Experience working with young people or community groups.
Understanding of the construction industry or large infrastructure projects