UK&I - 5B (Equans)

Posting date:	16 February 2026
Salary:	£30,000 per year
Additional salary information:	30000
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	18 March 2026
Location:	UK
Company:	EQUANS
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	926011660

Summary

​Equans HR Graduate Scheme The world around us is changing rapidly, placing an increased demand on growing services sectors to become net zero. We are looking for the next generation of graduates who will continue to innovate across different areas of our business and support the energy, digital and industrial transitions of our customers. As an Equans graduate you will have the exciting opportunity to experience the diverse and interesting world of one of the UK’s biggest facilities management organisations. Starting in September, you will join our induction with the other graduates in your cohort to start building your network and understanding of the business before your specific placement commences. Throughout your scheme, you will spend time within different HR teams to build a greater understanding of how to attract, develop and care for our people and help the business succeed. Your time on the graduate scheme will span across a 2-year period, and you will complete rotations between 4 months to 6 months in length depending on the project type and department. You will need to be fully mobile throughout the scheme as the placements could be based anywhere in the UK and graduates might need to relocate depending on the placement locations.We’re looking for the next generation of engineers, with graduates aspiring to become the leaders of their field! Human Resources Graduate Scheme Overview Our Operational teams deliver an incredibly wide range of services to our clients all over the country and our HR teams play an important role in helping them deliver this service. Our HR function spans across a variety of roles, giving you the opportunity to learn from different teams and gain a comprehensive understanding of the employee lifecycle to kick start your career in HR. If you have a passion for putting the customer first, working in teams and looking to improve and innovate, this scheme is for you. A life in HR is never dull and as a graduate you will gain experience of what it takes to work alongside large, diverse teams in a fun and rewarding industry.As a graduate on the HR pathway, you will complete a number of rotations designed to give you broad exposure and build a strong foundation in HR. Your first placement will be working alongside our Employee Business Services Team in Newcastle where you’ll learn the fundamentals of HR administration, compliance and onboarding. You’ll work closely with employees, line managers and HR leads to understand our HR operations and develop your knowledge. Other rotations on the scheme could include working alongside our recruitment team exploring the role they play in attracting our future talent or in one of our central HR teams, such as L&D, HR Information Systems, or HR Projects teams where you can play a role in delivering strategic HR initiatives. In your second year, you will complete two placements within different operational HR teams supporting contracts such as hospitals, universities, councils or energy projects. During your time on site, you will work closely with the operational teams to support our people, getting involved with activities such as employee relations, recruitment, project delivery or HRIS to support our onsite teams.Over the course of your graduate scheme, you could gain exposure to: Resourcing & Talent AcquisitionEmployee OnboardingReward & RecognitionOperational HREmployee RelationsDiversity, Equality & InclusivityProject ManagementHR Information SystemsOver the graduate scheme, we will provide a wide variety of training opportunities to develop your skills so that you can excel in your role. You will gain exposure to different areas of the business and opportunities to increase your network. You will be encouraged and supported to complete a CIPD qualification, via an apprenticeship, whilst completing the graduate programme.We’re looking for people who are motivated to continue learning and are ready to take on new opportunities. You won’t be alone during the scheme; you will be supported to drive your development through structured placement reviews and regular meetings with the Early Careers team. From day one you will have a buddy, usually a graduate in the year above, to share experiences with. You will have the opportunity to join our mentoring scheme where you’ll have the chance to be mentored by a colleague who can share advice with you to support your career development. You will also be able to join our employee-led networks, including our Young Professionals Network. ImpactWe are looking for the next generation of graduates who will continue to innovate in our chosen markets, to transform our products and manage the services we deliver to customers. As a graduate, you will work on the front line, gaining exposure to the people, processes and technology that are transforming our business. The graduate scheme carries real responsibility – you will be doing work that is relevant and central to our business and have the opportunity to make a big impact early on in your career. At the end of the scheme, you will have developed the skills and knowledge to go into an Account Management role running one of our smaller operational contracts. Many of our graduates continue to make a big impact in our Business, including our current CEO for our Digital & Energy Services Division. What can we offer you? A competitive starting salary of £30,00024 days annual leave (+ public holidays)Life Cover equivalent to 1 times annual salaryEmployee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailersGym membership discounts Cycle to work scheme Holiday purchase scheme2 corporate social responsibility days per yearAttractive Employee Referral Rewards SchemeAccess to our growing employee networks including WOMEN Together, RISE (Respecting, Inspiring and Supporting Ethnic Minorities), Encompass (LGBTQ+), WPN (Working Parents Network), YPN (Young Professionals Network), AccessAbility (Disability Network) and our Green Network24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Who are we looking for? To us, it does not matter who you are. If you share our energy, values, and vision, we want to work with you. Essential:A genuine interest in Human Resources, and a passion for delivering real change in the communities we serveFlexibility to relocate to different parts of the UK depending on the placement locationsCritical thinking skills and good attention to detailAbility to problem solve and use initiativeA flexible approach to workExcellent communication skills and the ability to lead, motivate and inspire others at all levelsA team focus with the ability to interact with a wide variety of people at all levelsA driven, self-motivated attitude, with the ability to work on your own initiativeWell-developed emotional intelligence and self-awarenessEnthusiasm and a willingness to learn and drive your own careerDesirable:Previous work experience, ideally within a relevant fieldPrevious customer services experienceA full UK driving licenceApplication Candidates must submit an up-to-date CV outlining their motivations for applying to Equans and answer our pre-screening eligibility questions. Applications missing this will not be progressed. All candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the scheme without the need for employer sponsorship. Individuals ideally should have completed their degree, master’s degree or apprenticeship within the past 3 years or have between 2 to 5 years work experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a telephone interview in March-April 2026. Those successful at telephone interview will progress to the final stage and be invited to participate in one of our assessment centres taking place in April-May 2026.More information on our application process is here: https://jobs.equans.co.uk/early-careers/make-your-application/ As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from all diverse backgrounds including women, LGBTQ+, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with disabilities and conditions), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals. If you’re interested in finding out more about our Graduate Scheme, please visit our external Graduate Careers page Graduate Scheme | EQUANS UK & Ireland, where you can learn more about the scheme as a whole and hear from some of our current graduates about their experiences and achievements on the programme. Who are we? Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. Equans is a Bouygues group company. What's next? If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.