Overview
Job Title- Sustainability Graduate
Duration - 2 Years
Location - Cambuslang or Edinburgh Park
Applications close - 4th January 2026
Start Date - 14th September 2026
Salary & Benefits - £35,000 plus £3,000 sign-on bonus + pension + a range of flexible benefits.
Working in our Sustainability Team within SP Transmission, you will be an advocate for our business, ensuring that our Transmission Network has a minimal impact on our environment.
Our team plays a vital role in driving our business towards a more sustainable future, aligning our supply chain with sustainable objectives and championing initiatives to reduce carbon emissions.
Whether it\'s supporting the delivery of our projects during construction or managing our operational network, your dedication to the environment and sustainability will be crucial and we’re looking for a graduate who shares our passion. You’ll find more information on all of sustainability here: Sustainability - SP Energy Networks.
Responsibilities
* Support carbon reduction and biodiversity initiatives
* Help deliver sustainability reports and ESG disclosures
* Work on planning, compliance, and stakeholder engagement
* Gain insight into the full project lifecycle—from design to delivery
* Collaborate with teams across engineering, supply chain, and operations
Qualifications
* A 2:2 or above in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Geography, Sustainability or similar
* Passion for sustainability and climate action
* Strong communication and data analysis skills
* A driving licence (or working towards it)
Benefits
* Hands-on experience across sustainability-focused projects, from supporting the development of resilient and environmentally responsible infrastructure to contributing to the planning and delivery of Biodiversity enhancement initiatives.
* Opportunities to work on biodiversity net gain and carbon strategy
* Support toward professional accreditation (e.g. ISEP)
* A career path that makes a real impact on communities and the planet
* Gain hands-on experience across both our office and site environments. While training is primarily office or site-based, you\'ll enjoy increasing flexibility as you move beyond the programme and into your career.
About SP Energy Networks
We’re powering the journey to Net Zero. As one of the UK’s key electricity network operators, we’re upgrading infrastructure, embracing innovation, and helping communities transition to clean energy.
You’ll be part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and sustainability—and supports your growth every step of the way.
Need adjustments or support during the process? Email: scottishpowergraduates@ambertrack.co.uk
You must have the right to work in the UK by September 2026. Check out our FAQs for more info.
Closing date: 4th January 2026*
*We encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible as we reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.
We’re committed to inclusion
At SP Energy Networks, we welcome people of all backgrounds. We believe diverse perspectives lead to better ideas and stronger teams. Join us in building a more inclusive and sustainable future.
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