Plant Fleet Graduate

JN Bentley; Skipton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Exclusive discounts

Flexible pension contributions

Early Career Professionals network

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley invites graduates to join the Plant Team at our Skipton head office for hands-on experience across plant activities critical to delivery of engineering projects in the UK. You will gain exposure to operations, procurement, supplier management, compliance and fleet optimisation, building broad technical, commercial and relationship skills for your career development.

You’ll be automatically enrolled onto our 12‑month Early Careers Development Programme designed to enhance

Qualifications

• Degree in a business area such as Logistics, Procurement, Commercial Management, Construction Management or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Analytical thinking with attention to detail and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Support plant hire desk in delivering plant and equipment solutions to live projects.
• Coordinate movement of plant, vehicles and equipment with operational teams and suppliers.
• Develop commercial awareness and negotiation skills by identifying best value solutions.
• Support management of assets including maintenance, compliance and fleet optimisation.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance to company and industry standards.
• Build relationships with operational teams, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Participate in site visits to gain hands-on understanding of plant operations.
• Analyze utilisation, spend and supplier performance to identify improvements.
• Contribute to supplier meetings and commercial discussions.
• Support fleet investment planning, including procurement and replacement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

Degree in Business / Logistics / Procurement / Construction Management

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £600 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

About The Role

JN Bentley is offering an exciting opportunity for graduates to join our Plant Team at our Head Office in Skipton. This role provides hands‑on experience across a wide range of plant activities that are critical to the successful delivery of our engineering projects across the UK.

You will gain exposure to plant operations, procurement, supplier management, compliance, commercial negotiations and fleet optimisation, developing a broad understanding of how a leading civil engineering business operates. Working within a fast‑paced team, you'll collaborate with operational teams, suppliers and stakeholders across the business, building valuable technical, commercial and relationship management skills that will support your long‑term career development.

You’ll also be automatically enrolled onto our bespoke Early Careers Development Programme, a 12‑month scheme designed to enhance your skills, expand your professional network and enrich your experience through a range of learning, development and mentoring opportunities.

What You’ll Do

• Support our plant hire desk in delivering plant and equipment solutions to live projects across the UK.
• Coordinate the movement of plant, vehicles and equipment with operational teams and suppliers.
• Develop commercial awareness and negotiation skills by identifying best value solutions.
• Support the management of company owned assets, including maintenance, compliance and fleet optimisation.
• Monitor supplier performance and help ensure compliance to both company and industry standards, including LOLER & PUWER
• Build strong relationships with operational teams, suppliers and stakeholders across the business.
• Participate in site visits to gain first hand experience of plant operations and project delivery.
• Analyse plant utilisation, hire spend and supplier performance data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to supplier meetings, performance reviews and commercial discussions.
• Support fleet investment planning, including asset procurement and replacement.

What You’ll Need

• Degree in a business area. Examples include but not limited to: Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Commercial Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Finance or Accounting.
• Positive, proactive attitude contributing to a fun, hardworking team culture
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for learning and professional development
• Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time effectively
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Actively committed to a collaborative team approach
• Computer literacy and adaptability

What’s In It For You

In addition to our bespoke Early Careers Development Programme designed to accelerate your growth, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing inside and outside the workplace.

• 26 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional days
• Health cash plan to help manage everyday medical costs
• Exclusive high street discounts across retailers and gyms
• Flexible pension contributions up to 5% employee 10% employer
• Access to our Early Career Professionals network
• Tools and resources to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Here, you’ll build a career with purpose—on projects that make a real difference. And you’ll be part of a team that invests in your future. This role is to start Summer 2027.