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Logistics - Year in Industry Programme 2026

Job description

We are offering a rewarding and exciting one-year placement as an Undergraduate Logistics Trainee at AWE - a role where you will make a genuine contribution to keeping the UK safe and secure.

This role will be within Non-Nuclear Operations and Transport Group.

This group provides Policy, Standards, competency and Processes to support the accountancy, control of components and other special materials. They maintain and manage the Logistics and Material programme deliverables, ensuring that all cycle count activities are initiated in accordance with the audit plan.

They provide Suitably Qualified & Experienced material Control staff in facilities to ensure that movement of all material is conducted in a safe and secure manner, complying with authorized processes and regulations for transportation internally, nationally, internationally and dangerous goods. To oversee accountancy.

  • Leading, coaching and developing a team of material Controllers to effect material control operations - goods in processing, warehousing, distribution and verification activities.
  • Material Control interface and logistics liaison with customers and suppliers in all aspects of logistics and material management activities accountable for.
  • Whether supporting the program or operational need ensure that through life plans for material and components are enacted as well as maintaining stock replenishment mechanisms.
  • • Support each business area through knowledge, systems available and other subject matter expertise for the identification of components.
  • Management of Company vehicles (fleet) within area of responsibility - transport liaison officer (TLO) including the vehicle refueling point. Management of POL Station including monitoring and fuel usage levels (where applicable).
  • Supporting the disposition process through sentencing ensuring that formal process is adhered to and that accurate record keeping on corporate systems as items are dispatched for disposal.

Those working in the Non Nuclear Operations and Transport Group – a full UK driving licence would be beneficial.

Benefits

  • £23,500 salary
  • Holiday entitlement of 270 hours of leave annually including bank holidays
  • Excellent work/life balance and a vibrant and welcoming grad social scene
  • 9-day working fortnight - so every other Friday off
  • A salary-sacrifice benefit scheme
  • A welcome payment
  • Potential to secure a Graduate role for when you finish university, subject to availability
  • Access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending across retail, hospitality and leisure
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to our Occupational Health Services

Why AWE?

  • Build leadership skills, self-awareness, and teamwork.
  • Join a vibrant early careers community with events, ERGs and networking opportunities.
  • Benefit from continual support: a line manager, pathway lead, and ‘buddy’ to guide your journey.

What we are looking for

  • All degrees considered, but a keen interest in systems, logistics, process, planning would be useful in this area.
  • Before starting with the business, you will need to be able to provide evidence that you have attained a minimum of a 2:2 in your degree so far by August 2026.
  • You must be able to Join AWE in August 2026.
  • You must be a British National, able to start in August 2026, and eligible for security clearance.
  • Curious, problem-solvers with integrity, resilience, and a collaborative mindset. You’ll thrive if you’re eager to grow and ready to apply your skills to real-world challenges.

Accepted degree subjects

Any

Additional job details

Location
Aldermaston
Salary
£23,500

plus benefits and welcome bonus

Contract, dates and working times
Fixed term

Full-time

How to apply

Application Process

Our process is designed to be simple, fair and transparent:

  1. Online Application – Opens 15th September. Explore the option and apply for one pathway that best suits your interests and goals.
  2. Online Tests – If shortlisted, you’ll complete numerical, verbal, logical and cognitive assessments. Practice materials will be available to ensure you know what to expect.
  3. Virtual Assessment Centre – Successful candidates will be invited to virtual AC’s running Nov–Dec 2025, with pre-assessment webinars to guide you.

Applications will close earlier if we receive enough applications, so apply early.

Support & Inclusion

We welcome diverse applicants and strive to create a workplace where differences are recognised and celebrated. We encourage requests for reasonable adjustments if required, to ensure you feel able to perform your best. Any information you share will be used only to support you through the process in line with GDPR.

Contact Us

For questions, email the Early Careers Team

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Closing date:  24 October 2025

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