Business Management Graduate Apprenticeship

Babcock International; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company is offering a Business Management Graduate Apprenticeship at HM Naval Base Clyde. This 4-year programme includes pursuing a degree while gaining hands-on experience in strategic planning and performance analytics. Ideal for those passionate about business management and technology, the role offers support for becoming a Chartered Manager and developing essential skills. Competitive salary starts at £17,475 and rises to £29,500 in year 4.

Benefits

Fully funded qualification

Personal development training

Minimum 28 days holiday allowance

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share scheme

Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 Highers at Grade B or above including Maths and English.
• Residence in Scotland is required.
• Ability to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintenance planning and asset management.
• Support performance analytics and reporting.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder presentations

Team collaboration

Driving business change

Education

Minimum of 4 Highers at Grade B including Maths and English

Tools

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems

DMAIC improvement techniques

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Job description

Programme title:Business Management Graduate Apprenticeship

Level: SCQF Level 10

Salary:£17,475 (rising annually to £29,500 in year 4)

Location:HM Naval Base Clyde, Scotland

Application closing date: 18th December 2025

Programme start date: September 2026

Interested in a Business Management career focused on data and technology? This 4-year Business Management Graduate Apprenticeship offers a full degree, real-world experience, and the opportunity to develop essential business skills in areas such as strategic planning, asset management, and performance analytics.

About the programme

This apprenticeship is based in the Performance Department at HM Naval Base Clyde. The team oversees a broad range of responsibilities, including maintenance planning, asset management, space planning, data analytics, and contract reporting.

The diverse scope of work allows you to experience various rotations, from supporting operational output to contributing to transformation initiatives. You will play an active role in projects such as key performance management and improvement, enhancing the use of technology, process review and change, as well as site utilisation and resourcing strategies.

You’ll collaborate with a wide range of colleagues, as well as both internal and external stakeholders, providing valuable networking opportunities throughout your apprenticeship.

Your education/ training

As part of your apprenticeship, you will pursue a degree at Strathclyde University, affiliated with the Chartered Management Institute. Throughout the programme, you will be supported in becoming a Chartered Manager, further strengthening your professional qualifications and advancing your career prospects.

On-the-job training will equip you with the skills to analyse and present performance data while giving you the confidence to develop and deliver business strategies. You will gain valuable knowledge in areas such as data analysis, improvement techniques (e.g., DMAIC), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems, reporting, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Throughout the programme, you’ll develop both technical and soft skills, including data reporting, stakeholder presentations, team collaboration, and driving business change.

Future prospects

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, a range of opportunities will be available to you within the department and across the wider business. Long-term prospects include progression into senior specialist roles or management positions.

What you’ll need

• Minimum of 4 Highers at Grade B or above including Maths and English.
• For this apprenticeship, you are required to be resident in Scotland.
• Many of our apprenticeship programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

What you’ll get

We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career. In addition, you’ll benefit from:

• Fully funded qualification
• Personal development training and opportunities
• Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Employee share scheme
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal

You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.

Your career development

It’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you’ll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.

Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partners, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.

Application process and closing dates

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the programme may close early if we receive a high volume of interest. To give yourself the best chance of being considered, we strongly recommend submitting your application and completing any required online assessments as soon as possible.