Operations Graduate Business Analyst

Chevron Traffic Management; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading traffic management company is looking for an Operations Graduate Business Analyst in Worsley. This role is ideal for those eager to learn and make an impact through data-driven insights. Responsibilities include providing analytical support to improve financial and operational performance and maintaining data integrity. Ideal candidates should possess strong analytical skills, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and have excellent interpersonal abilities. Join a team dedicated to innovation and safety in traffic management.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Employee rewards scheme

Life assurance with GP appointments

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Good understanding of business analysis and data management required.
• Must be organized, diligent, and thorough.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical and business support to improve performance.
• Support data analysis and reporting for operations.
• Embed procedures to ensure accuracy in reporting.

Skills

Business analysis understanding

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Qualification in Business Analysis or related discipline

Tools

Reporting tools

ERP systems

Job description

Role: Operations Graduate Business Analyst

Location: Worsley

Hours: Monday to Friday – 37.5

Is this role for me?

If you're a sharp, analytical thinker ready to kick-start your career in a fast-paced, data-driven environment, this is an opportunity to make a real impact from day one. Our High Speed division is looking for a Graduate Business Analyst who’s eager to learn, confident working with data, and motivated to help drive operational and financial performance across our business.

You’ll be joining a team where your insights matter. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, regional teams, and operational staff to ensure decisions are backed by accurate, meaningful analysis.

Who is Chevron Traffic Management:

In simple terms, Chevron Traffic Management is the company that sets up temporary road or lane closures, diversions routes or pedestrian walkways to keep road workers and road users safe while roadworks are underway. This involves putting out road cones, signage, temporary traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, and barriers. Our work is visible all over the country. The next time you are out and about and see roadworks, have a look at the signage. It is possible that Chevron Traffic Management put them there.

It is, of course, much more complicated than that. It involves consulting, planning, designing, estimating and liaising with our suppliers and our customers to ensure that our schemes are fit for purpose. It also involves innovation and technology so we can improve safety and help our industry to reduce our carbon footprint.

Traffic Management is a challenging industry, but we know that our work keeps people safe which makes it really rewarding. The people who work in Chevron TM make it fun.

Benefits:

• Stability and security from Chevron’s long-term contracts, providing guaranteed hours and job security
• Largest traffic management company in the UK with 45+ locations and growing
• Part of the Ramudden Global network of infrastructure safety companies
• Industry-leading benefits including
  • Company pension scheme
  • Employee rewards scheme
  • Life assurance with 24/7 GP appointments, free physio and counselling for you and your family
  • Highly competitive salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + additional day for your Birthday
• Access to our Internal Academy and Career Development
• Fill Your Boots Rewards– saving an average of £400 per year

About the role:

You’ll play a key role in supporting our High Speed division through high quality analysis, reporting, and process improvement. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing analytical and business support to improve financial and operational performance
• Supporting Operations with data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Gathering, interpreting, and presenting business data to inform decision making
• Embedding effective procedures and controls to ensure accuracy and consistency in reportingAnalysing and reporting on business performance
• Ensuring consistent data management and reporting across all High Speed locations
• Maintaining data integrity within the company’s in-house works management system
• Analysing supplier invoicing and financial data, ensuring timely and accurate processing
• Liaising with finance teams and suppliers to resolve discrepancies
• Supporting Operations and Finance with data-driven insights and performance reporting
• Assisting Senior Managers with analytical tasks and commercial contract management
• Supporting onboarding and agency processes through accurate data checks
• Ensuring procurement and purchase order processes meet company standards
• Sharing analytical insights and best practices to support team development

What We’re Looking For:

You don’t need years of experience, but you do need the right mindset and foundation. We’re looking for someone who is:

• Good understanding of business analysis, data management and administrative responsibilities.
• Organised, diligent, and thorough in their approach
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to high personal standards
• Confident in communicating and presenting data clearly
• Strong in interpersonal skills, able to liaise effectively at all levels
• Flexible, helpful, and willing to get stuck in
• Commercially aware with a desire to grow your understanding
• Advanced MicrosoftExcel skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint etc.) and ability to work with other business management systems
• Analytical, curious, and open to digital innovation.
• Full UK driving licence

It would also be great if you had:

• Qualification / working towards a qualification in Business Analysis, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Experience with reporting tools, dashboards, or ERP system

So, if you want to join a winning team and be part of an innovative organisation which is focussed on company growth and employee progression, click on the apply button today.