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Construction Graduate

Job details
Posting date: 16 April 2024
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 30 April 2024
Location: Nationwide
Remote working: Fully remote
Company: Bellway Homes Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: https://candidate.bellwaycareers.co.uk/236769JCP

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Summary

At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that values and respects difference combined with creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all colleagues. This means we are positive about making adjustments as well as providing flexible working and we would be happy to talk to you about how this could work for you.

Following many years of successful programmes, we are delighted to be recruiting for the next cohort of our Graduate Programme ‘Great Careers built with us’ for September 2024 start.

Construction Graduate - opportunities available at the following divisions:

Kent - West Malling
Scotland West - Hamilton
South West - Bristol
Thames Gateway - Dartford
Wales - Cardiff
How does the graduate programme work?

The exciting and innovative 2 year programme is designed to develop talented individuals who will grow and potentially lead our business in the future.

You will have the opportunity to work across several different business functions to gain a full appreciation of the build life cycle, and understand how Bellway have earned an enviable reputation, built on the foundations of quality, service and trust.

Our successful cohort will attend a residential induction programme where you will be given the opportunity to learn more about the business, the 2-year programme and meet the other graduates.

Over the course of the programme, you will attend ‘skills camps’ and work on projects with your fellow graduates that provide ongoing development and support.

As a Construction Graduate, you will be primarily site-based at a location within your chosen division (your specific site location will be determined as part of your programme), as well as completing rotations in the first year of the programme.

The Role

As a Construction Graduate, you will be involved in bringing the development of new homes to life through completion of the physical build. A diverse range of construction staff are involved in this process including; Ground Workers, Bricklayers, Joiners, Plumbers, Roofers and Electricians, along with the Site Manager overseeing the day to day management of the development, whilst ensuring that high standards of quality and health and safety are adhered to at all times.

You will be allocated a local buddy to help you settle into your role and a mentor to support your ongoing development.

Upon completion of the programme you will qualify as an Assistant Site Manager, and subject to business need and performance you will qualify as an may have the opportunity to continue your future with Bellway. Career paths for a Construction Graduate may include:

Site Manager
Senior Site Manager
Construction Director
Our promise to you

You will learn from the best, through invaluable experience
You will join a reputable brand at an exciting time of continued growth
A fantastic working environment
We will develop you and provide ongoing support to be the best you can be!
What’s the package?

An excellent salary - £28,000-£30,000 dependent on location
Annual bonus
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Core/flexible working options depending on role
Contributory pension scheme
Life assurance
ShareSave scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Access to BOB – our flexible benefits platform with discounts from over 800 retailers
What can you bring to Bellway?

The quality of our developments, the standard of our customer service, the strength of our business strategy and the value we deliver for our stakeholders are all a result of the talented people who, together, make up Bellway.

Because of this we are much more interested in what you could do, than what you have already done.

We are looking for graduates who can demonstrate the following behaviours:

Demonstrates commercial acumen
Ability to make reasoned decisions
Ability to work with people at all levels and from all backgrounds
Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and have good time management skills
Committed to diversity and inclusion
In addition to this, we are looking for graduates with the following:

2:2 degree (or above) in BSc (Hons) Construction Management or similar
Willingness to travel around the UK and stay away from home for short periods of time
Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business
In order to be considered for this programme you must be able to prove eligibility to work in the UK
The Recruitment Process

Online Application: Complete the application form online to submit your details. This will then be screened against our five core competencies listed below, which we feel are essential to effective performance at Bellway.

Great Communication
Effective Collaboration
Always Listening
Taking Ownership
Flexibility
Video Interview: Successful applicants will be invited to complete a Video Interview. This is a one-way video interview that you can record in your own time.

Assessment Centre: The final stage in the process is a half-day virtual assessment centre where you will complete a presentation, team activity and competency-based interview.

Key Information

Your progress throughout your application will be communicated by our early careers recruitment team via email or telephone – please be as responsive as possible.
The start date for the programme will be September 2024.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a large volume of applications are received.

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