Graduate Trainee – Carbon Reduction and Energy Asset Management

Graduate Trainee – Carbon Reduction and Energy Asset Management

Closing date: 05/07/2026

Reference: REQ106722

37 hours / Fixed-Term

26,403 - 27,694 *

Canolfan Rheidol, Aberystwyth

About the role

Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to the pending 2026/2027 national pay award. The final salary will be adjusted accordingly once this has been agreed.

Looking to start your career in sustainability and the built environment? Want to help deliver safe, efficient and sustainable public buildings across Ceredigion? We’re looking for a motivated graduate to join us as a Graduate Trainee in Carbon Reduction, Energy and Asset Management on a 12-month full-time, fixed-term contract.

In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced colleagues to support our energy, carbon and asset management work—building practical skills in data, compliance and project delivery. You’ll be supported to learn the systems and tools you need, and you’ll help turn information into action that improves our buildings and services. Prior knowledge and experience of using AutoCAD is desirable.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the delivery of energy and carbon reduction projects, working with colleagues and suppliers
• Carry out measured building surveys and update plans using AutoCAD to support compliance
• Help maintain building safety registers, including asbestos and legionella, and keep property data up to date
• Input, update and quality-check data in the Infoshare Asset Management system and SystemsLink Energy Manager software

Who we’re looking for

You’re curious, organised and keen to make a difference. To be eligible, you’ll need a 2:1 degree (or above), completed within the last three years.

You’ll also need to be able to travel and attend locations across Ceredigion using your own transport arrangements as required.

In return, you’ll gain valuable public sector experience, grow your expertise in energy and asset management, and, subject to outstanding performance leading to a follow-on contract, we’ll support you to gain RICS and MBIFM professional qualifications.

What’s in it for you?

• A 12-month paid placement (aiming to commence mid-September 2026)
• A recognised project management qualification (Prince 2)
• Professional support and mentorship
• 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
• Hybrid working – subject to a suitable workspace, broadband connection, and service needs, you may choose to work from home or in one of our offices
• Flexi-time – subject to service needs, you may flex your working hours between 7:30 am and 7:00 pm, with hours in credit taken as additional leave
• The potential for a follow-on contract, subject to outstanding performance and available funding, which may include further support to gain a specialist professional qualification

If you’re ready to launch a career with purpose and see the real-world impact of your work, apply now and start your journey with Team Ceredigion!

Additional Information

Further details can be found in:

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Graduate Scheme Information Pack
• Team Ceredigion Information Pack

Virtual Information Session: Join us on Monday, 15th June, from 10:30am to 11:30am or Friday, 26 June 2026, 12:00 – 12:45. Click here to register.

Interviews: Week commencing 13th July 2026

For further information contact: Allan Bailey via allan.bailey@ceredigion.gov.uk

Note: We reserve the right to extend the closing date.

What we offer

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Where you'll work