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Business / Operations Graduate 2026

£28.5k per annum

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an Operations/Business Graduate to join Amey Complex Facilities Division.

  • The salary is £28,500 per annum
  • Location: you will be local to Amey, Westmarch House, 42 Eaton Avenue, Matrix Park, Chorley, PR7 7NA
  • Working Hours: 37.5 hours Monday to Friday
  • Start Date: September 2026

Our 2-year Graduate programme at Amey will challenge and inspire you to reach your full potential and build your career with a guaranteed permanent position for you to transition into once you have finished. Throughout your Graduate programme, you will receive first-class mentoring and a structured learning and development programme to enable your professional and personal development. We’ll also support and pay towards a relevant professional qualification.

Amey delivers facilities and estate management services, including planned and reactive maintenance, cleaning, and project management into 59 Prisons on behalf of the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and Her Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS).

The role is varied and will allow the opportunity to work alongside the operations managers ensuring all matters relating to compliance, quality, health & safety and achieved while getting a better understand of the technical statutory and mandatory delivery, energy, and project requirements of the Facilities Management Industry.

Your Role

  • Providing support to Operations Managers that help them perform their duties quickly and accurately and feedback to the Account Manager.
  • Attending client meetings & preparing monthly reports.
  • Assisting in the operational delivery following compliance requirements
  • Carry out monthly compliance audits both operational & technical.
  • Assist operations manager with the delivery of planned & reactive works throughout the estate review data to help improve delivery.
  • Assist project managers to develop scope of works and price small project works or client change requests.
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of action plans to enable proper time, resource, and process management.

What We Are Looking For

  • Minimum 2:2 Degree in Business Management or Engineering Discipline
  • A driving licence would be desirable.
  • Available to join the programme in September 2026
  • CTC/DBS clearance will be required for this role
  • We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Why Join Amey?

  • At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us.
  • We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine.
  • Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Rewards and Benefits

  • Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
  • Regular career conversations to help you reflect on your interests and strengths
  • Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
  • Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
  • Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
  • Flexible working practices, including hybrid, part-time, and flexible working patterns
  • Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
  • Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more
  • Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
  • Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
  • Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

Diversity and Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at View email address on higherin.com to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.

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