Operations & Transformation Graduate

Our comprehensive Graduate Programme offers hands‑on experience working on strategic projects while developing essential personal and professional skills. You\’ll receive expert training from Veolia\’s People Development team through monthly sessions at our Kingswood (Cannock) office (travel required), giving you the confidence and capabilities to thrive in your future career. You\’ll join our supportive graduate network and benefit from mentorship throughout your journey. At Veolia, we\’re committed to your long‑term growth – our continuous development culture means this is just the beginning of your exciting career journey with us.

What you’ll be doing

• Develop and implement workplace safety management systems and employee welfare protocols
• Lead teams through hands‑on management while establishing a strong on‑site presence for staff support
• Gain practical experience implementing HR processes and procedures aligned with organisational standards
• Design and deliver comprehensive training programmes based on current compliance
• Manage operations, including H&S standards, fleet compliance, financial processes, and contract performance
• Build and maintain professional stakeholder relationships with clients and residents
• Analyse operational systems and present data‑driven recommendations for equipment and process improvements
• Conduct performance analyses, including incident investigations and corrective action plans
• Resolve complex operational challenges using systematic problem‑solving methodologies
• Drive performance excellence by establishing quality standards and using data to measure against key performance indicators

Qualifications

• Degree‑level qualification in Business, Management, Logistics or Transport (to be achieved by September 2026)
• Willingness to travel to training locations and potentially relocate for role requirements if in a rotational role
• Commitment to continuous learning and development
• Excellent communication and written skills
• Problem‑solving mindset and a desire for continuous improvement

Candidate shortlisting will take place on w/c 17th‑24th November and assessment days will take place between w/c 1st‑8th December.

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. Through our graduate programme, you’ll help us to achieve our purpose of ecological transformation and build a career we can be proud of. No matter what role you have, when you join us you can play a key role in achieving our vision.

Before progressing to the next stage, you’ll need to complete a couple of short strength‑based assessments that evaluate your potential for success in the role against skills, behaviours, personality and motivation – all in one engaging online experience. If successful, you’ll be invited to one of our virtual assessment days. Apply today so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We are proud to have been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years (2023, 2024, 2025). This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people and our inclusive culture.

We will provide reasonable adjustments where needed and encourage applicants to request them if required. We are a disability confident employer and will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long‑term condition who opt‑in to the Disability Confident scheme, provided they meet the minimum criteria.

Equal opportunities

We treat all applicants and staff equally, without discrimination on any grounds – sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

Benefits

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health, so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24‑hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and your household members
• Discounts on groceries and well‑known retailers
• One paid day leave per year to volunteer and support your community