Graduate in Transport & Logistics

Omega Plc; Newton Hill; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority council in Newton Hill is seeking recent or post-graduate candidates for a graduate role in transport, logistics, and operations. The position emphasizes development and mentoring, allowing candidates to manage community-oriented projects and gain expansive experience in fleet management and environmental services. Ideal candidates will demonstrate motivation, collaboration, and a keen interest in transport sustainability. This role also offers clear career progression and support for work-life balance.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Flexible work-life balance

Mentoring from experienced leaders

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Commitment to health and safety in operational settings.
• Experience or interest in supply chain and operational services.
• Ability to work with community-focused initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support transport operations and fleet management.
• Participate in projects to improve community services.
• Gain experience in health, safety, and operational management.

Skills

Motivated

Collaborative

Eager to learn

Interest in logistics

Education

Recent or post-graduate degree

Job description

Responsibilities and Opportunities

• Support and learn across transport operations, collections, fleet transport and environmental services, helping to ensure efficient, safe, and sustainable delivery of council services
• Work closely with experienced logistics, waste, transport and fleet professionals to plan routes, manage fleets, manage grounds, green spaces, and optimise services to meet community needs. Through this work, you will support the delivery of improved transport and of a safer, more inclusive, and more sustainable transport network.
• Develop your skills in health & safety, compliance, and operational management in real-world environments
• Rotational exposure to fleet operations, logistics, highways, environmental services, and green spaces
• Opportunities to participate in projects, audits, community initiatives, or planning improvements
• Exposure to systems, planning tools, and operational technologies
• Gain experience across fleet management, maintenance, and environmental services, contributing to projects that directly impact your community
• Be part of projects improving recycling, street cleansing, and environmental sustainability, helping make your local community environment a cleaner, greener, and safer place to live and work

What We Offer - Transport, Logistics & Operations Graduates

• Development and mentoring, receive guidance from experienced leaders while taking ownership of meaningful projects
• Career growth: clear progression pathways within council operations, environmental services, and transport management
• Inclusive culture: work in a team that values diversity, collaboration, and contribution, with female role models across all departments
• Flexibility & work-life balance: They support staff to manage commitments while thriving in their careers
• A clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
• A range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further
• Varied experience: Across collections, transport planning, fleet management, and environmental operations to gain a broad understanding of council services

Are you a recent or post‑graduate, ready to make a real difference in your local community? This local Authority Council is looking for motivated, collaborative graduates to join their transport, logistics, operations and environmental green spaces services teams as soon as possible. A recent graduate or post‑graduate, ideally with some part time, full time or intern work experience to date

Nice to Have

• Enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to learn in a fast‑moving, people‑focused environment
• An interest in Supply Chain, Operational Services, Logistics, and Transport
• Collaborative and confident working in teams and with communities
• Interested in transport, logistics, operations, and environmental sustainability
• Committed to health, safety, and compliance in operational settings
• Collaborative, inclusive, motivated, community‑focused and a responsible individual
• An interest in Government Administration, local authority or the Public Sector
• Experience of collecting, using, analysing and interpreting data and information.
• Commitment to achieving equal opportunities in both employment and service delivery
• Qualifications and degree (or equivalent) subjects are flexible - we value attitude, potential, ambition and drive to make a difference. You will be hands‑on, determined to develop and collaborate with different stakeholders.

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