Graduate Programme Lead

WGM Engineering is one of Scotland’s leading engineering solution providers, and operating responsibly is central to our success and sustainability. We are committed to delivering projects and services that meet the needs of our customers and society, while managing the social and environmental impacts of our business. Since beginning operations in 1986, WGM has continually adapted to marketplace and client demand. We provide a unique, integrated service, combining Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil Engineering disciplines under one roof. By aligning our three disciplines with strategically located service centres, we offer a comprehensive turnkey solution to clients nationwide, ensuring we remain the engineering company of choice.

**About the Role**

The Graduate Programme Lead is responsible for designing, developing, and managing the company’s graduate programme. This role focuses on recruiting, training, and retaining graduates, equipping them with the skills and experience needed to excel in the engineering industry and water sector.

This position collaborates closely with senior management, mentors, HR, and academic institutions to deliver a structured, engaging, and effective programme. Key responsibilities include mentoring graduates, delivering internal training, liaising with HR, business leads, and universities, and continuously evaluating and enhancing the programme based on performance insights.

Additionally, the Graduate Programme Lead will oversee the design, delivery, and management of the programme, providing mentorship and support to all graduate employees. Responsibilities include internal training and development delivery, senior-level communication with HR, business leads, and universities, and ongoing evaluation and improvement of the programme through reporting and performance analysis.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Design and oversee the graduate programme structure to ensure alignment with company objectives.
- Manage rotational assignments, technical training, and professional development opportunities for graduates.
- Collaborate with HR, L&D, business leads, and mentors to ensure the programme supports both graduate development and company needs.
- Lead graduate recruitment, including building relationships with universities, attending career fairs, and promoting the programme.
- Act as the main point of contact for graduate hires, supporting and providing mentorship & performance feedback.
- Design and deliver leadership development training to enhance professional growth.
- Monitor graduate progress and performance, ensuring continuous improvement of the programme.
- Develop metrics and reports to evaluate graduate success and programme effectiveness.

**Qualifications & Experience**:
**To succeed in this role, you should have**:

- Experience in line management (preferred).
- Proven expertise in employee learning and development.
- Strong understanding of graduate programme requirements and structure.
- Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Ability to analyse data, produce reports, and identify trends.
- A professional certification in Training & Development or HR (desirable).

**Benefits**

**We offer a competitive package, including**:

- 32 days holiday, increasing to 36 based on length of service.
- Car allowance.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Life assurance scheme.
- Salary sacrifice options (Electric vehicle scheme, annual leave purchase, cycle to work scheme).
- Enhanced maternity & paternity Leave.
- Company sick pay (available after qualifying period).
- Employee discount programme.

**How to Apply**

If you believe you have the skills and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you

Please submit an updated CV to the WGM recruitment team for review.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Glasgow G51 2RQ

Reference ID: WGM637
Expected start date: 01/07/2025