Operations Management Graduate

Avove Limited; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities infrastructure company is seeking an Operations Management Graduate in Warrington for a two-year program. The role includes four six-month placements covering site operations, commercial finance, and strategic projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree or graduate in 2026, be digitally confident, and ready to learn in a dynamic environment. This program offers 24 days holiday, a pension scheme, and health benefits, preparing you for a rewarding career in infrastructure management.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Private GP helpline & health cash plan

Avove discount scheme

Family-friendly policies

Lifestyle benefit options

Financial wellbeing programme

Employee assistance programme

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or graduating in 2026.
• Curious, creative, and ready to collaborate.
• Highly organized with a desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in site operations and project delivery.
• Develop financial literacy and understanding of contract management.
• Collaborate on various strategic and operational projects.

Skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Digital literacy

Communication

Education

Degree qualification

Job description

We're looking for an Operations Management Graduate to join our dynamic United Utilities Framework based from our Warrington location. This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in a fast‑paced and supportive environment, learning about operations, strategy, finance and contract management. You will play an active role in learning about and supporting Avove on our key business activities related to a variety of water and wastewater projects.

As an Operations Management Graduate you will complete 4x six‑month placements over two years. Two placements are mandatory – Site Operations and Commercial Finance – and two placements will be chosen by you based on your interests, skills and future careers aspirations. You will be able to choose from Strategy & PMO, People & Culture, Procurement, ESG, IT Solutions and Digital.

This role is a September 2026 start.

What a typical day could look like …

• Site Operations – Gaining hands‑on experience in operations, health and safety, and project delivery.
• Commercial Finance – Developing financial literacy, contract management skills, and commercial awareness.
• Strategy & PMO – Understanding how operational decisions align with strategic objectives.
• People & Culture – Learning how to motivate, engage, and manage teams effectively.
• Procurement – Building expertise in cost efficiency and sustainable supply chain management.
• ESG – Gaining insights into compliance, sustainability, and future‑proofing operations.
• IT Solutions Deployment – Exploring how technology underpins operational efficiency and innovation.
• Digital – Supporting digital transformation and data‑driven decision‑making.

We're looking for graduates who are curious, creative, and ready to collaborate to create change and bring fresh perspectives. You'll bring insights from your education and life experiences, and we'll empower you to make a real impact.

You should be graduating in 2026 or already graduated from your degree qualification. You'll be digitally confident, a clear communicator, and able to collaborate with others while also taking initiative. We value organisation, attention to detail, and a desire to keep learning.

We welcome applicants from a range of degree backgrounds so if you're passionate about building a great career and learning from amazing professionals, we'd love to hear from you.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa process. Applicants must therefore have, and maintain, an alternative right to work for the duration of employment.

Being a graduate at Avove isn't just a job, it's the beginning of a rewarding career. We're building a bright and ambitious future, and we want you to be part of it. Join our thriving graduate community and take your next step toward shaping the future of our business.

About our Graduate Programme

Our two‑year graduate programme is designed to help you grow, learn, and thrive. You'll gain hands‑on experience, take part in tailored development activities, and be supported by experienced mentors and colleagues. From an induction week to masterclasses, development days, and bespoke training, we'll help you reach your full potential. We want you to love what you do, learn quickly, broaden your horizons, and make a difference from day one.

At Avove, we design, build, and maintain the UK's utilities infrastructure – helping to keep water flowing, lights on, and people connected. We deliver sustainable engineering solutions and work with leading utility providers including Severn Trent, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, Scottish Power, and Northern Ireland Water. We're proud to be a responsible, agile partner, committed to improving communities and protecting the environment.

Benefits

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private GP helpline & health cash plan
• Avove discount scheme
• Family‑friendly policies
• Lifestyle benefit options
• Financial wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders
• Volunteering days and charity matched giving