Graduate Operations & Utilities Trainee
Location: Kettering (commutable or willing to relocate)
Contract: Permanent
Full-timeHours: 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 programmes
About 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 effectively
Why 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 organisation
This 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.