77 Recent Graduate jobs in Desborough

Job Title: Graduate Geologist

Salary: 25,000 - 30,000

Location: Leicester

This is a new and exciting opportunity for a Leicester based graduate geologist to start your engineering career with a company who are fully committed to training and developing their engineers. You will have the chance to learn new skills and maximise your potential as a graduate geologist, whilst working in a hands on role where you will be borehole logging, supervising drillers and trial pitting, then evaluating environmental risk assessments and writing interpretive reports.

This Graduate geologist position offers:

• A fantastic team
• Competitive salary 25,000 - 30,000
• Generous pension plan
• Flexible benefits
• Generous holiday allowance
• Career Progression

If you are a graduate based commutable to Leicester and looking for a graduate geologist in the geo-environmental industry, we would love to hear from you!

You will need the following to be considered:

• Geology/closely related subject degree
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work permanently in the UK
• Located in or near Leicester

Apply now!

Interested in this or other geotechnical/geoenvironmental roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen on (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Job Title: Graduate Geologist

Salary: 25,000 - 30,000

Location: Leicester

This is a new and exciting opportunity for a Leicester based graduate geologist to start your engineering career with a company who are fully committed to training and developing their engineers. You will have the chance to learn new skills and maximise your potential as a graduate geologist, whilst working in a hands on role where you will be borehole logging, supervising drillers and trial pitting, then evaluating environmental risk assessments and writing interpretive reports.

This Graduate geologist position offers:

• A fantastic team
• Competitive salary 25,000 - 30,000
• Generous pension plan
• Flexible benefits
• Generous holiday allowance
• Career Progression

If you are a graduate based commutable to Leicester and looking for a graduate geologist in the geo-environmental industry, we would love to hear from you!

You will need the following to be considered:

• Geology/closely related subject degree
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work permanently in the UK
• Located in or near Leicester

Apply now!

Interested in this or other geotechnical/geoenvironmental roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen on (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Graduate Design Engineer
Wigston
£28,000 - £30,000 P/a + 1.5 overtime + bonus

SF Recruitment are recruiting for a Graduate Design Engineer to work for our established manufacturing business based in Wigston.

A vacancy has arisen for a Graduate Design Engineer to design manufacturing equipment using CAD software.

The successful applicant will be responsible for:
- Generation of 3D CAD models
- Data management using PDM system
- Preparation of 3D models & 2D drawings for in-house machining and external fabrication
- Preparing models for review in Virtual Reality
- Creating 3D printed proof of concepts and display models
- Reverse engineering of legacy components
- Presentation of concepts to different levels within the business
- Liaise with in-house machinists, fabricators and external suppliers in support of CAD designs
- Creating and updating records in the company quality management system

Candidates must:
- Have a minimum 2:1 in an engineering related degree
- Be amenable to very varied multi-disciplinary role
- Have experience creating 3D models using CAD software - Autodesk Inventor & Vault beneficial but not essential.
- Have a working knowledge of mechanical design, machining and fabrication concepts
- Have experience using Microsoft Office suite
- Be willing to learn & adapt as a project evolves
- Have an analytical mind with acute attention to detail
- Have good problem-solving abilities
- Be a strong team player

The Company:

• My client is a leading manufacturer of Valves for the Oil and Gas, Chemical, Pulp, Paper and Food & Beverage industries.
li>Looking for a Graduate Sales Engineer to work internally from the East Midlands.
• Provides great opportunity for progression, training and development into multiple different avenues.
• Established for over 60 years.
• Multi-national company offering great progression opportunities.

Benefits of the ( Graduate Sales Engineer)

• £35k basic salary
li>Flexi-hours
• Pension
• Laptop
• Mobile
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

The Role of the ( Graduate Sales Engineer)

• Initially coming in as a Graduate Sales Engineer with a fast track to moving up to Senior Sales Engineer within circa 2 years.
• As the Graduate Sales Engineer you will be responsible for dealing with technical enquiries and working on projects for Safety and Control Valves.

• Selling across the company’s range of Safety Relief, Pressure Relief & Control Valves into the Oil & Gas, Chemical, Pulp, Paper and Food & Beverage industries dealing with End Users, OEM’s and distributors.
• Assisting representatives in other countries with commercial or technical help as well as assisting with ad hoc tasks with the Technical Sales Manager and Project Managers from time to time.

The Ideal Person for the ( Senior Internal Technical Sales Engineer)

• MUST have a degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Production, Process or O&G Engineering etc.
• Will consider straight graduates or people maybe moving to their 2nd or 3rd job.
• MUST have a permanent right to work in the UK.
• Needs to be okay dealing with a diverse set of people from a range of countries and backgrounds.
• Attention to detail.
• Happy working in a small team.

If you think the role of ( Senior Internal Technical Sales Engineer) is for you, apply now!

Consultant: Bjorn Johnson

Email: (url removed)

Tel no. (phone number removed)

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.

About On Target

At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally.

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Leicester & Leicestershire - Full-time post

Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant

Type: Full-time, term-time only, Starting ASAP

Salary: 90-110 P/D - PAYE (no hidden umbrella fees)

Duration: Temporary to permanent

Are you a recent Graduate or Teaching Assistant looking for a career within education or chance to step up into teacher training?

Tradewind are continuing their successful partnership with one of the counties leading Secondary Schools to find the next generation of teachers for the start of the 2025 /26 academic year. These are full-time roles and will run for the full academic year.

As a Teaching Assistant / Graduate Teaching Assistant here there are a number of roles you'll be completing within the school over the first term. Designed to give you a whole school perspective you will benefit from an induction programme, managers and mentors and a very experience SLT compromising of one of the best Headteachers in the area!

On the job training is provided with inductions and available throughout the year to ensure every success in your role. Not only this but by working with Tradewind you'll have free access to every course on the National College after your first day!

No previous experience is required but we are looking for Graduates who can demonstrate approachable, nurturing and patient.

What do we look for in a Teaching Assistant / Graduate Teaching Assistant?

• A genuine interest in childcare and working with children
• A degree in a field relating to childcare or the creative arts
• A flexible, can-do attitude
• Willing to go the extra mile to contribute to the progress of the children and school

In return, Tradewind can offer you:

• a daily rate of between 90-100
• Access to long-term opportunities in Leicester and Leicestershire
• A supportive consultant who listens to your requirements

Interviews are being arranged now! If you are looking for a supportive school where you can flourish as a Teaching Assistant - please get in touch today with Dominic on (phone number removed) or by emailing your CV to (url removed)

GRADUATE ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT - 24,000 to 28,000 + Benefits

Location: Leicester

A leading environmental and engineering consultancy is looking for a motivated Graduate Acoustic Consultant to join its expanding team in Leicester . This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate eager to begin a career in acoustics, noise control, and sound design, contributing to a wide variety of environmental and building acoustics projects.

As a Graduate Acoustic Consultant, you will:

• Support the delivery of noise surveys, acoustic monitoring, and modelling.

• Assist with preparing technical reports for planning and design purposes.

• Work on diverse projects spanning environmental acoustics, building acoustics, and sound insulation.

• Benefit from professional mentoring, hands-on training, and a clear career progression pathway.

We are seeking a Graduate Acoustic Consultant with:

• A degree in Acoustics, Acoustical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.

• A keen interest in environmental and building acoustics.

• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

• A proactive, detail-focused approach to problem-solving.

• A full UK driving licence (preferred).

This Leicester-based role offers:

• Competitive salary of 24,000-28,000 (DOE).

• Hybrid working options to balance office, site, and home.

• Pension scheme, CPD funding, and structured professional development.

• 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays.

• Excellent long-term career opportunities within a supportive team.

If you're looking to launch your career in acoustics and want to work with an established consultancy in Leicester , this role is for you.

To apply, contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment .

Explore more Graduate Acoustic Consultant roles on our website. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this permanent position.

Take the next step in your career and make Leicester the starting point of your journey in acoustics!

GRADUATE ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT - 24,000 to 28,000 + Benefits

Location: Leicester

A leading environmental and engineering consultancy is looking for a motivated Graduate Acoustic Consultant to join its expanding team in Leicester . This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate eager to begin a career in acoustics, noise control, and sound design, contributing to a wide variety of environmental and building acoustics projects.

As a Graduate Acoustic Consultant, you will:

• Support the delivery of noise surveys, acoustic monitoring, and modelling.

• Assist with preparing technical reports for planning and design purposes.

• Work on diverse projects spanning environmental acoustics, building acoustics, and sound insulation.

• Benefit from professional mentoring, hands-on training, and a clear career progression pathway.

We are seeking a Graduate Acoustic Consultant with:

• A degree in Acoustics, Acoustical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.

• A keen interest in environmental and building acoustics.

• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

• A proactive, detail-focused approach to problem-solving.

• A full UK driving licence (preferred).

This Leicester-based role offers:

• Competitive salary of 24,000-28,000 (DOE).

• Hybrid working options to balance office, site, and home.

• Pension scheme, CPD funding, and structured professional development.

• 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays.

• Excellent long-term career opportunities within a supportive team.

If you're looking to launch your career in acoustics and want to work with an established consultancy in Leicester , this role is for you.

To apply, contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment .

Explore more Graduate Acoustic Consultant roles on our website. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this permanent position.

Take the next step in your career and make Leicester the starting point of your journey in acoustics!

Graduate Production Chemist

Location: Daventry

Salary: 28,080

Our Client primarily Manufacture flavour and fragrance (F&F) chemicals for use in the food industry. Their market is global and the business is consistently growing year on year. In this Role you'll be Manufacturing chemical products safely and efficiently, following process instructions and standard operating procedures and supporting production targets for quality, quantity, yields, and delivery.

Responsibilities:

Operate equipment safely to produce chemicals to the required standard.

Follow SOPs and process directions; report unclear instructions to management.

Monitor raw materials and report shortages.

Complete accurate production and process records.

Liaise with Quality, R&D, and Maintenance teams to ensure smooth operations.

Prevent cross-contamination and minimise costs, waste, and losses.

Hours:

37.5 hours per week

07:30-16:00 Monday to Thursday

07:30-14:45 on Friday

About you:

A Degree in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry

Enthusiasm and a desire to learn

Good team player

Experience of small-scale Chemistry at University or College

Benefits:

5% employer contribution pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

GRADUATE ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT - 24,000 to 28,000 + Benefits

A leading environmental and engineering consultancy is seeking a motivated GRADUATE ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT to join its expanding team in Leicester . This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate looking to begin a career in acoustics , noise control , and sound design , working across a diverse range of environmental and building acoustics projects.

As a GRADUATE ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT , you will support the team in noise surveys , acoustic monitoring , modelling , and report writing for planning and design purposes. You will gain hands-on experience, receive professional mentoring, and benefit from a structured progression pathway.

We are looking for a GRADUATE ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT with:

• A degree in Acoustics , Acoustical Engineering , Physics , or a related discipline

• An interest in environmental acoustics , building acoustics , and sound insulation

• Strong communication and technical writing skills

• A proactive and detail-focused approach

• Full UK driving licence (preferred)

This Leicester-based role offers a 24,000 to 28,000 salary , hybrid working options, pension scheme, CPD funding, 25+ days holiday, and excellent opportunities for professional development.

Apply now if you're a driven GRADUATE ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT seeking to build your career with a leading consultancy.

If you are interested in this or other roles in Acoustics, contact Aidan Morgan , Penguin Recruitment.

We have many more GRADUATE ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT roles on our website.
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.