Key Takeaways
- 12-month placement starting early September 2027.
- £26,050 starting salary.
- Gain experience in contract management, supplier engagement, and strategic procurement.
- Based at Bristol (Aztec West) with visits to Hinkley Point C.
- Requires a degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Geography, Science, Supply Chain and Logistics, or a related discipline.
About the Role
This 12-month Equipment (Supply Chain) Industrial Placement offers the opportunity to support one of the UK's largest infrastructure and energy projects. You will gain hands-on experience in contract management, supplier engagement, and strategic procurement, developing commercial, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
What You’ll Experience
As part of the Hinkley Point C project, you will contribute to the future of low-carbon energy. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting major procurement and supply chain activities.
- Working with suppliers, project managers, and stakeholders.
- Monitoring supplier performance.
- Assisting with contract management activities and governance processes.
- Contributing to commercial reporting and analysis.
- Supporting the use of commercial management tools (CEMAR, SAP).
- Preparing reports and board papers.
Your Work Location
- Based at #Bristol (Aztec West).
- Occasional visits to #HinkleyPointC (transport provided).
Who You Are
To be eligible, you must be studying towards, or have already achieved, a bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Geography, Science, Supply Chain and Logistics, or a closely related discipline. You should have an interest in commercial management, procurement, and supply chain delivery.
- You will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which ordinarily requires UK residency for at least three of the past five years.
Pay, Benefits and Culture
- Starting salary: £26,050 per annum.
- Market-leading pension scheme.
- Customisable benefits include electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, and experience days.
Recruitment Process
- Upload your CV and cover letter as a single combined document.
- Applications submitted without a cover letter may not be considered.
- The process uses a combination of automated decision-making, assessment technology, and human review.
