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Ground Control

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Sustainability
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, full driving license, a positive attitude, teamwork skills, relationship-building ability, and a passion for innovation and sustainability.
  • You’ll gain hands-on experience in real projects, fast-track your learning with industry qualifications, build leadership skills, enjoy travel perks, and advance your career in diverse roles.

Requirements

  • We are flexible on degree disciplines for this program but we’ve found in the past that it’s particularly suited to graduates in the following;
  • Geography / Environmental Science / Ecology
  • Construction
  • Business and Management
  • Sport Science / Coaching
  • Whatever your degree…. what really matters is your passion for making an impact, learning fast, and thriving in a team that cares about innovation and sustainability.
  • You’ll also need:
  • A full driving license (so you can get around to different client sites).
  • A positive, can-do attitude – you’ll get your hands dirty, work in all weather, and be part of something that really matters.
  • A love for teamwork and the drive to build relationships with everyone, from field workers to top executives.
  • A mindset ready to embrace change and inspire innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Hands-on experience: Work with industry leaders and get involved in real projects across the UK.
  • Accelerated learning: Fast-track your career with industry-recognized qualifications like your PTS for the rail sector.
  • Skill-building: Our GC Develop training program will help you master soft skills like leadership and communication, preparing you to take on management roles.
  • Travel perks: Enjoy a fully expensed electric vehicle and home charging setup to support your field placements.
  • Career prospects: Previous grads have gone on to awesome roles like Assistant Contract Manager, Environmental Data Manager, and more.

FAQs

What is the start date for the Graduate Operations Management Scheme?

The program is set to start in September 2025.

What degree disciplines are preferred for applicants?

While we are flexible on degree disciplines, we have found that candidates with backgrounds in Geography, Environmental Science, Ecology, Construction, Business and Management, or Sport Science/Coaching are particularly suited for this program.

Is prior experience required to apply for this graduate program?

No prior experience is required; we are looking for passionate graduates who are eager to learn and make an impact.

Are there opportunities for professional development during the program?

Yes, you will receive accelerated learning and can earn industry-recognized qualifications, as well as participate in our GC Develop training program to build essential soft skills.

What benefits does Ground Control offer to graduates in this scheme?

Benefits include a fully expensed electric vehicle, gym access, personal choice volunteering days, nursery vouchers, and a supportive working environment among others.

Do I need to have my own vehicle for the program?

A full driving license is required, as you will be traveling to different client sites, but Ground Control provides a fully expensed electric vehicle to support your field placements.

How does Ground Control support employee wellbeing?

Ground Control offers various wellbeing initiatives including free flu jabs, an online private GP service, a premium subscription to the Calm app, and access to Medigold employee support.

Will I work in both field placements and office settings during the program?

Yes, the graduate program includes rotations across multiple field-based placements as well as time spent in the office and potentially from home.

What kind of career growth can I expect after completing this program?

Previous graduates have advanced to roles such as Assistant Contract Manager and Environmental Data Manager, showcasing strong career prospects within the company.

What initiatives does Ground Control have regarding sustainability?

Ground Control is committed to sustainability, including investing 5% of profits into environmental initiatives, planting 1,000,000 trees by 2025, and achieving carbon net zero after becoming carbon neutral in 2020.

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Ground Control

Award-winning external maintenance provider. National coverage all year round!

Energy
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1973
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Ground Control is a leading external maintenance business and biodiversity expert committed to enhancing and improving the physical environment. We have a strong commitment to sustainability, using technology and data to nurture natural environments and enable our customers to deliver on their environmental promises. We offer award-winning services including, Grounds Maintenance, Winter Gritting, Landscape Construction, Design, Arboriculture, Electric Vehicle chare point installation and much more to over 50,000 commercial properties across the UK. Ground Control’s vision is to leave the world in a better pace than we found it. We are on a mission to realise the potential of human nature by bringing together people, places and the planet, which is Human Nature: At Its Best.