Graduate Sustainability Engineer/Scientist

Are you looking for a graduate role with real meaning? Are you searching for an opportunity to combine your technical expertise with your passion for sustainability? Come and join us... we are Goal7. 

Our growing business is continuing to develop, and we are looking for like-minded people to join us.

We are an advisory consulting business providing clear advice and support to accelerate the development of whole value chain energy transition solutions. Our approach is based on integrating expertise and experience in science, engineering, sustainability and economics. To do this, we work in small, dynamic, multi-discipline teams and our values underpin everything we do.  

Are you naturally inquisitive and a strong communicator? Do you relish questioning the status quo? Do you thrive on change and are you keen to make a difference in energy transition?

Our growing business is continuing to develop, and we are looking for like-minded people to join us. As a team, we share an entrepreneurial spirit along with the knowledge and expertise from our varied backgrounds to accelerate making a difference. Our talented team includes mechanical, electrical and chemical engineers, geoscientists, chemists, historians, psychologists, economists and accountants.

We have a whole lot of brain power, bundles of energy and a focus second to none to offer our clients, who are from industries across the economy. Where can I apply, I hear you say!? Read on to find out more.  

The Graduate Programme - what will I be doing?

You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to execute the delivery of client consulting assignments. Every day is different, and every project is unique. Our consulting assignments are varied and include the design and implementation of sustainability strategies for our clients. There are opportunities to grow and develop with the company.

Who are we looking for?

A final year student or recent graduate (within the last two years) from a Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering/Scientific degree, Naval Architecture or similar degree disciplines. We are seeking candidates with a strong academic record from both school/college and university, with a minimum 2:1 degree result (including predicted grade) and minimum of 5 x Scottish Highers at B grade and above (or equivalent, e.g. A Levels).  

Preference will be given to candidates who have a Master's level qualification along with relevant work experience.  

Your academic background is important but it is the individuals that make our team. We give priority to applicants who can demonstrate the following capabilities throughout their application:

• Strong sustainability mind-set
• Professional and credible approach with accountability and ownership a key theme
• A self-starter who is able to bring ideas and share their learnings
• Drive and commitment to contribute to the delivery of successful projects
• Ability to build relationships and foster team spirit
• Team player who communicates effectively with both colleagues and clients
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment, working well under pressure
• Ability to combine big picture thinking with attention to detail
• Highly motivated, with a keenness to stretch their knowledge and expertise 
• Excellent verbal communication skills 
• Ability to prepare high quality written work and other communication materials including spreadsheets and presentations
• Competent in using IT technology appropriate to role

As a team, ensuring that ‘people are first and foremost’ is one of our values and we have developed our Green Benefits Package to reflect this commitment.    

Why apply to us? What’s on offer? 

• Competitive graduate starting salary from £29,400 
• Generous holiday entitlement (33 days total), with flexibility in when you take these 
• Holiday purchase
• Hybrid working environment 
• Private medical care 
• Life Assurance 
• Medicals 
• Salary sacrifice scheme
• Technology salary sacrifice
• Critical illness cover  
• Leadership development training 
• Fun and energetic team culture 
• Monthly in-person team events 
• Strong focus on work/life balance 
• Diverse and inclusive culture 

What are the key benefits of joining our team? 

• Join a business operating at the forefront of the energy transition
• Work in close-knit and supportive, multi-disciplinary teams
• Learn from experienced colleagues with opportunities to grow and develop your career
• Work directly with the business owners
• Exposure to clients from a variety of industries
• Support for professional development
• Opportunity to help the business grow and contribute towards our future

Please note, successful candidates will be required to work from our offices in Aberdeenshire for the first six months of employment to support their effective onboarding and development. Following this you will be required to work on a hybrid basis within commuting distance of our Aberdeenshire or Central Belt Offices and to join monthly in person events in Aberdeenshire.

Positions will start from September 2024.  

Following the closing date, candidates will be selected to join our ‘Meet the Team Event’ which includes a face-to-face interview. This will be held on the 14 June 2024 in Neospace, Riverside Drive, Aberdeen, AB11 7LH 

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