Graduate Operations & Utilities Trainee

Graduate Operations & Utilities Trainee
Location: Kettering (commutable or willing to relocate)
Contract: Permanent
Full-time Hours: Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience

An established UK division of a global engineering and industrial services organisation is offering an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Operations & Utilities Trainee to join its specialist water utilities team.
This role is ideal for a recent graduate (or equivalent) looking to start a career within utilities, engineering services, operations, or project support. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to live water treatment projects, specialist equipment, and office-based operational support, while receiving structured training and mentorship from experienced professionals.

What You’ll Be Learning & Doing
Supporting water utilities and treatment projects from preparation through to delivery
Assisting with the preparation, checking, and dispatch of specialist equipment
Visiting customer sites to support operational activities and gain practical experience
Learning how innovative water treatment and filtration technologies are applied in real environments
Supporting stores, logistics, and equipment management processes
Completing administrative tasks including data entry, document control, and record keeping
Communicating with operational, technical, and commercial teams across the business
Supporting multiple departments to gain broad business exposure
Taking part in structured training and development programmesAbout You
Recent graduate or equivalent (engineering, environmental, science, logistics, or business-related disciplines welcome)
Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office
Full UK driving licence
Confident communicator with a positive, proactive attitude
Willing to learn, ask questions, and get involved
Comfortable working in both office-based and hands-on environments
Organised, reliable, and able to manage tasks effectivelyWhy Join?
Structured training with real operational exposure
Hands-on learning within the UK water utilities sector
Clear progression pathways into technical, operational, or specialist roles
Supportive team culture with mentoring from experienced colleagues
Long-term career development within a stable and growing organisationThis is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate who wants more than a desk-based role and is keen to build a practical, rewarding career in a critical UK infrastructure sector. Apply now or contact us confidentially to find out more