Programme title: Science and Analytical Chemistry Graduate Programme  
Salary: Minimum £32,500. Salary is dependent on location, role and qualifications.
Location: Devonport, Plymouth
Closing date: 17 December 2024
Start date: Autumn 2025 
Role ID: SF59420

 

About the programme
Want to dive into a world where science meets engineering?

 

Join our Science and Analytical Chemistry Graduate Programme at Babcock and you’ll get to work on critical projects to support the Royal Navy's fleet.

This exciting two-year programme gives you practical experience working in a variety of innovative scientific departments throughout Babcock. You’ll rotate through various Laboratory Services learning how the different teams operate, and you’ll have the chance to work on both ships and submarines.

 

Science and Analytical Chemistry at Babcock
On our Science and Analytical Chemistry Graduate Programme, you will: 

 

•    Rotate through key areas, spending time working in our main Chemistry facilities, in different laboratory services or across wider dockyard departments.
•    Develop your laboratory and analytical skills.
•    Enhance your understanding of radiation and health and safety practices through atmospheric testing of confined space on board vessels.
•    Support the ongoing safety and efficiency of Babcock’s operations.
•    Work with new technologies and alongside expert professionals from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Throughout the programme, you’ll receive comprehensive training in both the practical and theoretical aspects of chemistry. This includes in-house training on instruments and methods, with a strong focus on safety. The rotational structure of the programme also allows you to experience different facets of laboratory work, from confined space testing to analytical and reactor chemistry.

What you’ll need 

•    A BSc (Hons) degree in a Science subject, preferably Chemistry.
•    A genuine interest in science and chemistry.
•    Strong analytical skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
•    Many of our early careers roles are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which may impact your eligibility based on place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). For our early careers roles, you must be able to achieve BPSS and many of them require you to be eligible for Security Clearance.

What you’ll get 

We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.

In addition, you’ll benefit from: 

•    A minimum of 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with agile working options subject to discussion with your manager
•    Generous pension and employee share schemes
•    Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme, discounts
•    Employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities.  

Your career development  

It’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and experiences you’ll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will help you navigate where you want to take your career.

Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Graduate Development Programme.

 

Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partner Gen Healthy Minds, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.

Where you’ll be based 

Places on our Science and Analytical Chemistry programme for Autumn 2025 are available in Plymouth. We ask our graduates to be flexible as there is the potential to undertake placements in other locations during their programme.

Our business in Plymouth works in partnership with the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Royal Navy at HM Naval Base Devonport. We provide through-life support for submarines, surface ships and associated systems and equipment as part of our continuing commitment to support our nation’s naval capability.

Closing dates  

Please be aware that if there is a high level of interest in this programme, applications may close earlier than advertised. To give yourself the best chance of being considered for a place on this programme, please submit your application as early as possible. 

 

Making your application
We offer a diverse range of early careers programmes. Please explore your options and select the programme that best aligns with your passions and interests. Choose carefully, as only one application can be reviewed per cycle. If you submit multiple applications, only the first one received will be considered. If the programme you apply for is oversubscribed, we’ll transfer your application to another programme you are eligible for and interested in.