Graduate Trainee - Operational Management

Job description

Contract type: Fixed term

Duration: 24 months leading to permanency

Working Pattern: Full time

Location: Washington - North East

Hours per week: 37.5

Salary: £28,673 - £31,257

Interview dates: W/C 27th April 2026

Summary of VacancyAre you a recent graduate with a genuine passion for the environment?

Do you have drive, ambition, an eagerness to learn, and a raft of innovative ideas that you think will make a real difference?

If the above is describing you, then we would like to speak with you!

Your work will help us deliver innovative and environmentally responsible solutions for water and waste management. You will get a chance to help us preserve and restore our planet's natural capital for future generations. It's a career that's not only exciting, but full of opportunities as well as professional and personal fulfilment.

About the Role

Role starts on 7th September 2026

There is travel expected in this role and nights away from home (sometimes for as long as 3 months) – around the North region. You are provided with a company car or car allowance. Fuel will be fully paid for by the company – and we will provide and pay for your accommodation.

Can be based around North East

Role is offered on a 24-month basis – incorporating 6 x 3–4 month work placements. These may be in any of the region detailed above.

In the North region we have a wide variety of business areas that you will be working within in order to gain a comprehensive understanding of how SUEZ works within the waste management sector. This will include Industrial and Commercial (I&C) and PFI.

£28,673 – £31,257 + Company Car / Car Allowance + Up to 3% Bonus + Benefits.

You must have the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

What you will do

Build your career within a real‐world operational environment and demonstrate the potential to progress into future operational management roles.

Undertake professional and personal development by improving your knowledge of the waste management industry.

Undertake relevant internal and external training and hold or be working towards the appropriate waste specific qualification.

Work within the Operations Team in your region – undertaking a 24 month work rotation.

Attend multiple sites within region, with occasional travel UK wide, including overnight stays.

Requirements

Hold a university degree in a discipline linked to the waste industry, such as Business Management, Environmental Science, Engineering, Waste Management, Chemistry, Geography, or Sustainability.

Graduate in the past 5 years.

Right to work in the UK with no requirement for sponsorship now or in the future.

Full UK driving licence and ability to drive long distances across your region.

Currently live or willing to relocate to the relevant region for the duration of the scheme.

Must be ok with being away from home as overnight stays will be required within your region.

A keen eye for detail.

The will to succeed and to progress.

About SUEZAt SUEZ the efficient and sustainable management of resources around the globe is at the heart of everything we do. Respect – acting ethically and with integrity – is one of our core values. We're passionate about the environment and believe in protecting our world. With true team spirit, we can give our customers a standard of service that goes above and beyond and ensure that our local communities have access to essential water and waste services.

We thank our people for all they do with development opportunities, wide‐ranging benefits and rewards that reflect their hard work. In a friendly, supportive environment, you'll be inspired to grow and play your part in creating a better future for all.

Closing date: 24/04/2026. Once we have sufficient applicants we reserve the right to close job vacancies early.

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Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bedlington

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English