GRADUATE
Industrial Operations (Manufacturing Engineering / Supply Chain & Logistics / Procurement)
Industrial Operations (Manufacturing Engineering / Supply Chain & Logistics / Procurement) Graduate
Duration: 2 years
Location: West Midlands (Multiple Sites), Halewood
Salary: £32,000 with a £2,000 joining bonus, rising to £39,000 on completion of the programme
Manufacturing is at the very heart of JLR, with thousands of vehicles being created every day across our facilities. Here you will have the opportunity to influence the future of production. This industry-leading scheme is aimed at graduates who have a passion for learning and a pioneering mindset: ambitious, innovative and determined individuals who understand our heritage and think beyond the challenges of today to build the cars of tomorrow, on projects that are fundamental to our global success of our company.
Manufacturing sits within our new Industrial Operations function, incorporating all teams across manufacturing engineering, procurement and supply chain and consolidates accountability for the complete ecosystem of how we produce our vehicles, in one place.
PATHWAYS
There are a variety of pathways that sit within the Graduate: Industrial Operations scheme. Each role has certain entry requirements and involves a diversity of work across many teams and functions within JLR. You can only apply for one pathway – so choose carefully.
Manufacturing Engineering: Halewood
Applications open: 15 October 2024
Applications close: 29 October 2024
On the Industrial Operations: Manufacturing Engineering graduate programme in Halewood, you could work in one of the following departments within Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) or across our Halewood Plant including area such as Trim & Final, Paint, Quality or Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L), Paint. You will be allocated to a department based on personal preferences and business needs.
Halewood Plant - Our Halewood Plant is a vehicle production facility with a long heritage of has a strong manufacturing heritage. In fact, we’re extremely proud to have achieved our 60th year of manufacturing in 2023. What’s more, Halewood is home to the award-winning Evoque and the Discovery Sport and is now destined to become our first fully electric vehicle manufacturing facility.
This is an exciting time for us, with unprecedented levels of investment and the introduction of new technologies. You’ll join us in either our Paint, Trim and Final, Quality or Materials, Planning and Logistics (MP&L) teams where you’ll get to will experience the end-to-end production off cars including our new generation of electric cars set to launch in, which will be delivered in 2025.
Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) - Our GME team are responsible for designing, installing and commissioning the manufacturing facilities that build the modern luxury vehicles of the future. If you join this team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring our manufacturing plant teams have the resources they need to produce the right number of vehicles, all meeting the highest standard of quality.
What You'll Need
You will need to be on track to achieve at least a 2.2 degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, material engineering, or aeronautical or automotive engineering if you have a strong interest in manufacturing. We may also require civil engineers for construction roles.
You will also have real passion for problem-solving and the curiosity to understand business challenges and deliver innovative solutions. Finally, you will require strong numerical and interpersonal skills and the confidence to champion new initiatives.
Please note that to apply to our graduate programmes, you must have obtained a degree or be expecting to achieve your degree in the current academic year. All our graduate programmes have a fixed start date, commencing September 2025.
This pathway DOES NOT sponsor candidates that require VISA sponsorship.
APPLICATION PROCESS
ONLINE APPLICATION
Good news! We do not require a CV or cover letter to apply. Simply complete your online application form telling us about you, your motivations and your experience.
ONLINE TESTING
If you progress to the next stage we’ll ask you to complete a series of short online tests which you will complete independently. Passing this stage is based on your scores from completing your online assessments. Don’t forget to use the practice area to help you prepare. Click here to enter the practice test area.
ONLINE ASSESSMENT CENTRE
The next stage is the virtual assessment centre. This consists of a presentation exercise and behavioural interview. You’ll be provided with a preparation guide to help you at this final stage.
OFFER
We’ll share the outcome of your assessment centre within 2 weeks of you completing it. If you are successful, we’ll make you a verbal offer and confirm this in writing via email.
NEXT STEPS
Before you join JLR, we’ll give you all the information you need through post-offer engagement events, online platforms and more. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions, we’re here every step of the way.
Want support with further guidance on our application process? You’re in the right place. Our new employability hub contains a breakdown at each stage and plenty of hints, tips and insight to help you to ace the assessment process and secure your dream offer.
Reasons to join
Skill development
Build on your experiences, gain industry insights, work towards formal qualifications and earn a competitive salary – uncover a future of possibilities!
Build Experience
Learn and grow from industry-leading experts with your personal and professional development as their focus – together, we achieve great things!
Community Feeling
Join with other graduates and early careers hires. With opportunities to network and be proactive, the Early Careers Community get involved in many social events – from football and dance to ski trips, Christmas parties and summer festivals. Ease into working life in a way that suits you.
Achieve the Exceptional
Don’t just watch, get stuck in. Deliver on crucial projects. Gain real experiences to enhance your degree. Celebrate tangible successes at the end of your placement. Make an impact and earn the chance to progress to our graduate scheme.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Our two-year Graduate programmes offer the perfect blend of personal and professional training and development. We encourage you to think big, showcase creativity and innovation. Learn from industry experts and support networks, who are there for you every step of the way. Develop your core skills through our Graduate curriculum, build experiences through the opportunities on offer at JLR, and improve your technical expertise through learning tailored to your programme.
YEAR 1 |
YEAR 2
INTRODUCTION
Start with corporate and local inductions into JLR, in September 2025. Receive an overview of our business and future strategic direction, network with other joiners / key stakeholders including our DI networks and experience the workplace for the first time! You’ll also get more details of your graduate programme and learning curriculum, gain exposure to our vehicles and meet the early careers team, here to support you at every step.
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
The graduate programme will not only provide industry insight, but will help you develop key business skills including communication, self-management, problem solving, influencing and leadership. You’ll receive a blended learning approach over the course of year 1 including face-to-face workshops, virtual classrooms and on-demand content delivered by Ashorne Hill. Lifelong learning – To support your skills development and experiential learning, you’ll be given 20% protected off-the-job learning time, giving you the ability to further your development and achieve the requirements of your graduate programme.
IMMERSE YOURSELF
Get the chance to tour one of our manufacturing sites and experience for yourself the transformation of our luxury vehicles. You might even get the chance to experience the capabilities of our vehicles first hand... Want to have even more fun? Join our Early Careers communities and enjoy fun social activities such as skiing, summer / Christmas parties, football and much more!
HANDS-ON INSIGHTS
Manufacturing is the heart of our business operations and helps us deliver the exceptional vehicles we deliver to our customers. You’ll get the chance to undertake a week-long placement on the manufacturing line and gain an appreciation of the immense effort that goes into each vehicle we create. You’ll also have the option of a further 1-week experience in another business function such as early careers, commercial, company quality and others, to gain different insights and experiences than a typical day-to-day in your home department.
DEVELOPMENT
Own your own journey. Apply your degree to real-world business issues as part of your role. You’ll have the ability to complete rotational placements as part of your two-year programme, broadening your knowledge of the business function and building connections with new stakeholders. Expect to gain tangible examples on where you have positively impacted the business and further your personal and professional skills. Depending on your function, there may also be the opportunity for you to gain further qualifications during your 2nd year.
GRADUATE INNOVATION CHALLENGE
The GIC is an initiative run by JLR across year 2 of your programme. You’ll have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions to current business issues, working collaboratively with other JLR graduates globally. Your 20% off-the-job time will support your self-development and project work. Each group will have the opportunity to present their pioneering solutions to senior leaders within the business, with winners often receiving prizes and funding to incorporate their idea into JLR in the future!
CELEBRATION AND GROWTH
Finish your graduate programme with a recognition event, designed to showcase your experiences and celebrate your fantastic achievements. You’ll have gained tons of knowledge and experience to thrive in your future career. We’ll hand out some exciting awards linked to our Creator’s Code - you could be amongst the winners! Upon successful completion of your graduate programme, we will offer you a substantive role within the business to continue your career journey and growth with us.
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CONTACT
CONTACT THE RECRUITMENT TEAM
We’re always pleased to hear from interesting and talented people. So, if you have any questions about the Graduate Programme, or if there’s anything else you’d like to know before you apply (or indeed during the application process), please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Awards and recognition
At JLR, we are proud of the recognitions our programmes, recruitment campaigns and people receive, and partnerships we have with external organisations drive improvements across our business in diversity and inclusion.
As well as ranking 42nd in the prestigious Times Top 100 Graduate Employers for 2024, check out some of our other recent awards and recognitions.
