Engineering (Infrastructure & Utilities) Graduate Programme

Job description

Job Description

Starting Salary:£31,000 + £1,000 welcome bonus once settled in the?business.?An?additional?uplift is also provided for employees based at a London site.?Benefits: Relocation Financial Assistance,?Additional Holiday purchase scheme, Pension Scheme, Access to employee benefits?

Location: U.K. Site wide

Ways of Working: Site-based

Start Date: 1st September 2027

Contract Type: FTC for duration of the Graduate Programme, we will make every effort to find successful learners a permanent role following completion

Assessment Centre Date/Location: Thursday 21stofFriday 22nd Jan2027 at our Spalding site

Why Greencore?

Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, were one of the UKs leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.

As a vibrant and fast-moving business, were proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.

Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.

What youll be doing

Our 3-year Engineering Graduate Programme is your launchpad into a career at the heart of Greencore and is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career?in? Engineering,?becoming a subject matter?expert?in the field?of infrastructure and utilities?within?a food and drink business.?From day one, you will get hands on with real projects, working alongside leaders on site and subject matter experts (SMEs) who will help you build the technical depth, confidence and experience to grow into a senior leader or SME in your own right, whether that is through capital projects or infrastructure and utilities. Along the way you will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities, and learn how to apply engineering practices that comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, while balancing business considerations such as cost, service level agreements, and production needs and outputs.

What were looking for

We are seeking applicants with a strong?motivation?to build a career in?food?manufacturing, aiming for a future role as a?senior? Manager?within Engineering. You should have a curious mindset and a drive to challenge conventional practices, along with flexibility and adaptability. At Greencore, innovation is key to staying?driven, so staying informed about current affairs and the latest food trends is essential.?

• Degree:?Achieved or expected to achieve at least a 2:2?honours degree?in a?relevant?Engineering discipline:?Electrical,?Process &?Thermal or?Mechanical?
• Experience:?At least three months of relevant work experience.?Project delivery,?governance?and cost control experience?would be desirable.?
• Work Eligibility:?Right to work in the UK for a minimum of 3 years?from September 2027
• Motivation:?A clear commitment to advancing your career in the food industry.?
• Flexibility:?Willingness to complete three 12-month placements at?different locations?across the UK (we will consider your preferences).
• Cultural Fit:?Alignment with Greencores values and a strong fit?with?our organisation.
• Mobility:?Having a full UK driving licence essential

If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success.

What youll get in return

• Dedicated Champion:?A key contact for your functional Programme.?
• Mentor:?Guidance and aid throughout your development.?
• Cohort Experience:?Join up to 20 other graduates and connect with a broad network of alumni.?
• Line Manager:?Regular performance reviews to develop your skills and knowledge.?
• Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.?

Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.

At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better.

Whats next:

Once you have submitted your online application, it will be reviewed to ensure you meet the required criteria. If you meet all the requirements and are selected to progress, you will move on to Stages 2 and 3: an automated online video interview and online aptitude testing.

Once both stages have been completed and reviewed, successful candidates will progress to the final stage: an in-person assessment day, held at one of our sites or another designated venue.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement before the stated closing date.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Exeter

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English