Job Details

Operations Graduate

Transport for Wales

Expires in 11 days

Overview

Be you.  Be empowered.  Be a Transport for Wales graduate. 
£27,000
in the first year, increasing to £28,000 in the second year
Full time, Temporary
(37.5 hours per week, 22 month fixed term)
St Patrick’s House, Cardiff

Key information

The Operations Graduate will contribute to the best service for our customers by supporting the delivery of our timetable promise, optimising capacity to meet their needs and providing the best possible experience. 

22-month fixed term contract.

This role will require you to work weekends so flexibility is needed. 

About the role

  • You'll contribute towards and manage various projects, at times simultaneously
  • You'll work across different areas in the Operational Directorate
  • You'll take part in the Early Talent Development Programme by attending regular workshops and learning sessions for personal development
  • You'll participate in a group project where you will collaborate to deliver tangible outcomes on a real business project over a 6 month period.
  • You'll take part in the Early Talent Mentoring Scheme.
  • As a Graduate you'll plan up to one week in advance to prioritise the delivery of project.


At Transport for Wales we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone’s different and has their own perspective so we’re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we’re determined to be one of Wales' leading inclusive employers. We’re creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.

Requirements

  • A degree or Apprenticeship degree in a subject such a Business or Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Logistics, or other relevant area.
  • Experience of utilising time management and prioritisation skills to effectively achieve goals and objectives.
  • Understanding of the importance of health and safety in the context of the transportation sector.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a range of both internal and external stakeholders at different organisational levels.


Please note, to be eligible for our Graduate Scheme, you must be within 2 years post-graduation upon application or have graduated by the time the scheme begins. You’ll need to be available to start the Graduate Scheme in early September 2026. 

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.