Sustainability Graduate Programme
Two year structured development programme
Programme Highlights
Build your sustainability career through a two-year programme that combines an in-depth placement with wider exposure to Glanua's water and wastewater business.
- Structured rotations: Complete one in-depth 12-month rotation followed by two additional six-month rotations across other areas of the business.
- International opportunity: One six-month rotation may be available in Portugal or the UK, subject to business requirements and individual suitability.
- Training and development: Learn through live projects, mentoring and structured training, with support towards future professional accreditation.
About Glanua
Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sectors, working with some of Ireland's and the UK's largest water utilities.
We are passionate about solving environmental challenges and contributing to a decarbonised and sustainable world. We provide an inclusive environment where people have the freedom to develop and reach their full potential, guided by our values of Safety and Well-being, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, Agility, Accountability, Diversity and Inclusion.
The Programme
The Sustainability Graduate Programme is designed for recent graduates beginning careers in corporate and project sustainability within the water and wastewater sector. Through practical experience, structured rotations, mentoring, and professional development, you will learn how sustainability objectives are translated into measurable action across Glanua's operations, projects, and value chain.
There will be one 12-month in-depth rotation, as well as another two 6-month rotations across other areas of the business. Potential rotation areas include group sustainability, project delivery, design and innovation, operations and maintenance, HSQE, energy management, procurement, and supply chain, pre-contracts or commercial functions.
Depending on business requirements and suitable opportunities, graduates may have the opportunity to complete one of the six-month rotations in Portugal or the UK. International placements are not guaranteed and will be subject to operational requirements, individual suitability, and any applicable travel or work eligibility requirements.
The Role
As a Sustainability Graduate, you will support the delivery of Glanua's sustainability priorities across the business, helping teams measure performance, identify improvements, and embed practical environmental, social, and governance considerations into projects and operations.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Collect, validate, and analyse sustainability data, including carbon, energy, water, waste, resource efficiency, and other environmental, social and governance performance indicators.
- Support sustainability reporting, performance dashboards, target tracking, and evidence gathering for internal, client, and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to carbon reduction, circular-economy, biodiversity, social-value, and responsible procurement initiatives across projects, operations, and the supply chain.
- Research emerging sustainability legislation, standards, and good practice, and help translate findings into practical guidance and improvement actions.
- Collaborate with project, design, operations, HSQE, procurement, and commercial teams, engaging clearly with colleagues, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
What We Are Looking For
- A bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Energy, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Business Sustainability, or a closely related discipline, or expected completion before the programme begins.
- A genuine interest in climate action, resource efficiency, the circular economy, biodiversity, social value, and sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Strong analytical, research, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present data and recommendations clearly.
- A proactive approach, willingness to learn, and flexibility to work across office, site, and rotation locations.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with data visualisation or sustainability reporting tools is beneficial but not essential.
- A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Both are essential due to project locations and programme travel requirements.
- Previous sustainability, environmental, engineering, infrastructure, or water-sector experience gained through an internship, work placement, summer role, or university project is beneficial but not essential.
What We Offer
- A structured two-year programme comprising one in-depth 12-month rotation and two additional six-month rotations.
- The potential opportunity to complete one six-month rotation in Portugal or the UK.
- Hands-on experience supporting sustainability across significant water and wastewater infrastructure projects, operations, and corporate functions.
- Mentoring, structured learning, and support in developing the competencies required for future professional accreditation.
- A competitive graduate salary with annual reviews, a company laptop and phone, 22 days' annual leave plus applicable public holidays, and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
On successful completion of the programme, graduates may be considered for permanent roles within Glanua, subject to individual performance, suitable vacancies, and business requirements.
Equal Opportunities
Glanua Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
Sectors
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Sustainability Graduate Programme
Two year structured development programme
Programme Highlights
Build your sustainability career through a two-year programme that combines an in-depth placement with wider exposure to Glanua's water and wastewater business.
- Structured rotations: Complete one in-depth 12-month rotation followed by two additional six-month rotations across other areas of the business.
- International opportunity: One six-month rotation may be available in Portugal or the UK, subject to business requirements and individual suitability.
- Training and development: Learn through live projects, mentoring and structured training, with support towards future professional accreditation.
About Glanua
Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sectors, working with some of Ireland's and the UK's largest water utilities.
We are passionate about solving environmental challenges and contributing to a decarbonised and sustainable world. We provide an inclusive environment where people have the freedom to develop and reach their full potential, guided by our values of Safety and Well-being, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, Agility, Accountability, Diversity and Inclusion.
The Programme
The Sustainability Graduate Programme is designed for recent graduates beginning careers in corporate and project sustainability within the water and wastewater sector. Through practical experience, structured rotations, mentoring, and professional development, you will learn how sustainability objectives are translated into measurable action across Glanua's operations, projects, and value chain.
There will be one 12-month in-depth rotation, as well as another two 6-month rotations across other areas of the business. Potential rotation areas include group sustainability, project delivery, design and innovation, operations and maintenance, HSQE, energy management, procurement, and supply chain, pre-contracts or commercial functions.
Depending on business requirements and suitable opportunities, graduates may have the opportunity to complete one of the six-month rotations in Portugal or the UK. International placements are not guaranteed and will be subject to operational requirements, individual suitability, and any applicable travel or work eligibility requirements.
The Role
As a Sustainability Graduate, you will support the delivery of Glanua's sustainability priorities across the business, helping teams measure performance, identify improvements, and embed practical environmental, social, and governance considerations into projects and operations.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Collect, validate, and analyse sustainability data, including carbon, energy, water, waste, resource efficiency, and other environmental, social and governance performance indicators.
- Support sustainability reporting, performance dashboards, target tracking, and evidence gathering for internal, client, and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to carbon reduction, circular-economy, biodiversity, social-value, and responsible procurement initiatives across projects, operations, and the supply chain.
- Research emerging sustainability legislation, standards, and good practice, and help translate findings into practical guidance and improvement actions.
- Collaborate with project, design, operations, HSQE, procurement, and commercial teams, engaging clearly with colleagues, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
What We Are Looking For
- A bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Energy, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Business Sustainability, or a closely related discipline, or expected completion before the programme begins.
- A genuine interest in climate action, resource efficiency, the circular economy, biodiversity, social value, and sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Strong analytical, research, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present data and recommendations clearly.
- A proactive approach, willingness to learn, and flexibility to work across office, site, and rotation locations.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with data visualisation or sustainability reporting tools is beneficial but not essential.
- A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Both are essential due to project locations and programme travel requirements.
- Previous sustainability, environmental, engineering, infrastructure, or water-sector experience gained through an internship, work placement, summer role, or university project is beneficial but not essential.
What We Offer
- A structured two-year programme comprising one in-depth 12-month rotation and two additional six-month rotations.
- The potential opportunity to complete one six-month rotation in Portugal or the UK.
- Hands-on experience supporting sustainability across significant water and wastewater infrastructure projects, operations, and corporate functions.
- Mentoring, structured learning, and support in developing the competencies required for future professional accreditation.
- A competitive graduate salary with annual reviews, a company laptop and phone, 22 days' annual leave plus applicable public holidays, and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
On successful completion of the programme, graduates may be considered for permanent roles within Glanua, subject to individual performance, suitable vacancies, and business requirements.
Equal Opportunities
Glanua Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
