Graduate Trainee– Data Engineer

Wigan Council; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Wigan Council is seeking a Graduate Trainee within the Data Integration Team to transform how data is used to improve services for residents. You will work with real data, systems and services; supporting data integration, analysis, reporting and digital innovation projects.

You will undertake a Level 5 Data Engineer Apprenticeship and Microsoft Fabric certification while developing data engineering, programming and analytics skills for evidence-based decision making across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Graduate trainee with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Power BI, SQL, Python or R, and willingness to learn Fabric and Power Automate.
• Interest in data, technology and digital transformation; attention to detail and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Help transform how data is used across Wigan Council to improve services and outcomes for residents.
• Work with real data, systems and services, supporting data integration, analysis, reporting and digital innovation.
• Develop skills in data engineering, programming and analytics to support evidence-based decision making.

Skills

Power BI

SQL

Python

R

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Power Automate

Job description

Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance

Wigan Town Hall

Salary: Grade 6, £29,540 - £32,597 per annum.

37 hours per week

Temporary for 2 years

We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough.

We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you!

Your role

As a Graduate Trainee within the Data Integration Team, you will help transform how data is used across Wigan Council to improve services and outcomes for residents. You will work with real data, systems and services, supporting data integration, analysis, reporting and digital innovation projects. Alongside completing a Level 5 Data Engineer Apprenticeship and Microsoft Fabric certification, you will develop skills in data engineering, programming and analytics, contributing to evidence-based decision making and service improvement across the organisation via data integration and linkages approaches.

About you

You will be a motivated graduate with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a genuine interest in data, technology and digital transformation. You may already have experience of tools such as Power BI, SQL, Python or R, and be keen to develop your technical skills further into Fabric and e.g. Power Automate. We are looking for someone who is curious, organised and eager to learn, with excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. Most importantly, you will be passionate about using data and insight to help improve outcomes for local communities.

About us

The Performance & Insight Unit (PIU) is a forward-thinking team at the heart of Wigan Council, providing data, intelligence and insight that supports service improvement and strategic decision-making. Within the Data Integration Team, we are driving innovation through modern data platforms, automation and advanced analytics. We offer the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve outcomes for communities, alongside supportive colleagues who value collaboration, learning and continuous improvement. As part of #TeamWigan, you'll help shape how data is used to deliver better services for residents and partners across the borough.

The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our 2 place missions; create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them.

Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits.

To be appointed to this role you must be able to prove your right to work in the UK, and you must maintain a valid (active) right to work. Please note, at present we are not a licenced sponsor. Please visit the link below to check you qualify to apply. Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK www.gov.uk Prove your right to work to an employer

Wigan Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. As part of this commitment, Wigan Council operates robust Safer Recruitment procedures

For further information, please contact Jeanette Rycroft, Performance & Insight Manager on [e-mail]

Interview date: Week Commencing 25th 28th September 2026