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Material Planning Graduate

Thales
£34,000
Belfast

Expected closing date: Wednesday, 6 January 2027

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • 3-year Graduate Development Programme accredited by the IET, IMechE and RAeS.
  • Starting salary of £34,000 per annum with performance-related pay uplifts.
  • Requires a bachelor’s degree in a STEM subject (Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, IT, Computing).
  • Applications close on 06 January 2027.
  • Based in Belfast with hybrid/flexible working options.

About the Role

Graduate Development Programme

This is a 3-year programme within Thales, accredited by the IET, IMechE and RAeS. You will be assigned to new or existing programmes, working with and supported by other engineers to design and develop engineering solutions.

What you'll do:

  • Participate in discipline-specific learning pathways and Core Craft Leadership training.
  • Develop key engineering skills, knowledge, and competencies.
  • Work in a set location and domain for the entirety of the scheme.
  • Work on exciting new and existing products.
  • Build a professional network across the organisation.

Requirements:

This is an entry-level graduate opportunity. We welcome applications from candidates who have completed a degree and have limited relevant professional experience. You will have gained or be on track to achieve a bachelor’s degree in a STEM Subject in one of the following subject areas:

  • Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics & Operations
  • Business Management
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Computing or Computer Science
  • All applicable technical or management/planning related degrees will be considered.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of £34,000 per annum
  • Performance-related pay uplifts
  • Holiday entitlement of 201 hours a year (plus a company day and bank holidays)
  • Contributory Company Pension
  • Health Care Cash Plan
  • Hybrid/flexible working options
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Learning and development support
  • Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives
  • Life cover
  • 80 Hours Volunteering per year (first two years)

Recruitment Process:

  1. Apply Online
  2. Upload Your CV
  3. Complete Your Application
  4. Complete Online Tests
  5. Video Interview
  6. Virtual Assessment Centre
  7. Job Offer

Key Dates:

  • Start Date: 06 September 2027
  • Assessment Centres: February - May 2027
  • Induction Week: 06 September - 10 September 2027
  • Closing Date: 06 January 2027

Important Information:

  • All roles are subject to security requirements. You must have the permanent right to work in the UK and be able to successfully complete and maintain UK Government security checks.
  • To be eligible for SC clearance, you will typically need to have lived in the UK continuously for the last five years.