Graduate Trainee – Carbon Reduction and Energy Asset Management

Graduate Trainee – Carbon Reduction and Energy Asset Management Closing date: 05/07/2026

Reference: REQ hours / Fixed-Term
26,403 - 27,694
* Canolfan Rheidol, Aberystwyth
* All salary values are pro-rata.

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  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 Systems Link Energy Manager software

Who we’re looking forYou’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  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 officesflexi-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 leavethe 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 10:30 am to 11:30 am or Friday, 26 June 2026, 12:00 – 12:45.  to register.

Interviews:
Week commencing 13th July 2026

For further information contact:
Allan Bailey via allan.bailey.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 Economy and Regeneration We play a fundamental role in the delivery of the Council’s key Corporate Strategy objective that seeks to boost the economy of the County and the Mid Wales region. We are organised into three main sections:
Economy, Planning and Property Services. Our primary functions include:

Growth and Enterprise:
Supporting economic growth and regeneration locally and across the region;
Growing Mid Wales; the Corporate Estate and Development Opportunities;
Project Support;
European and local funding;
Food Centre Wales and supporting Agri-Food development;
Tourism promotion and development;
Tourist Information Centres;
Coast and Countryside Planning Services:
Supporting growth through Planning and Building Control Services;
Strategic and Local Land Use Planning Policy;
Development Management;
Building Control; and Land Searches.

Property Services:
Supporting the Council’s programme through Project Management;
Property and Building Maintenance;
Facilities Management;
Carbon Management; and the Efficient Use of Council Property.

Canolfan Rheidol Our Aberystwyth office, Canolfan Rheidol is an award winning building. The office, with its open plan design, provides an excellent space for collaborative working.

Aberystwyth Aberystwyth is a lively university town, seaside resort complete with promenade and pier, and the setting of atmospheric TV drama Hinterland.
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