Job profile

Job Title: Sustainability Graduate Trainee

Duration: 3 Years

Hours: 36 per week

Location: Glenrothes

Salary: £29,026 - £31,560 per annum

Drive our journey to net zero: Sustainability Graduate Trainee at Kingdom Group

At Kingdom Group, we’re growing thoughtfully to meet the needs of our customers and communities while ensuring we remain a trusted, accountable organisation. The work we do has never been more important, and supporting our customers is at the heart of delivering our vision of Great Homes, Services, People, and Communities.

We’re looking for a Sustainability Graduate Trainee to play a key role in delivering the Kingdom Group’s strategy and associated action plan for the journey to net zero including carbon reduction projects, climate change mitigation as well as other sustainability projects. 

This is an opportunity to shape how we work, ensuring that we’re committed to delivering as One Kingdom to provide the highest standard of service to all of our customers.

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The Role

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As Sustainability Graduate Trainee, you’ll:

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• Support the delivery of projects to comply with relevant regulations, improve customers' homes and reduce carbon emissions and resource use across the Kingdom Group. 
• Collaborate with and support colleagues to deliver on a range of sustainability outcomes including development and implementation of a robust performance management framework and sustainability strategies for our sustainability goals.
• Support the monitoring and reporting on the association's sustainability performance, including energy usage, waste diversion rates and carbon emissions, ensuring data is captured, stored and accessible to inform decision making and investment.
• Analyse and act on customer feedback to enhance the customer experience in relation to sustainability. 
• Represent the Kingdom Group Service as required at internal and external meetings and partnerships to promote our work on sustainability 

This Graduate Traineeship will be a fixed term contract for 3 years and whilst there is no guarantee of a permanent job with us at the end of the traineeship, the goal is to develop the skills and experience that would support you into a wider role in the business. You will also gain experience and your post graduate qualification and we think you’ll be in a great position to take the next step in your career.

Why Join Kingdom Group?

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At Kingdom Group, every role is about making a difference. Every role directly contributes to improving lives, supporting communities, and delivering positive outcomes for those who rely on us. 

Working here means joining a supportive, innovative organisation where your work truly matters. We’re proud to hold Investors in People Gold and Investors in Young People Platinum accreditations, reflecting our focus on professional development, employee wellbeing, and creating a workplace where everyone thrives.

What We Offer

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Kingdom Group is a forward-thinking organisation recognised with Investors in People Gold and Investors in Young People Platinum accreditations. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. You will find a supportive workplace that prioritises work-life balance, flexibility, and employee wellbeing and offers professional development opportunities in a collaborative, innovative environment.

About You

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We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a recent or pending degree (minimum 2:2 level) in a relevant subject
• Good understanding of environmental & sustainability challenges and opportunities
• Excellent organisation skills and ability to manage a varied workload.
• Numerical and project planning skills 
• Ability to collaborate with a range of colleagues and partners 

Ready to Apply?

This is your opportunity to use your expertise to make a real impact—ensuring Kingdom Group grows responsibly and continues to deliver meaningful change.

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Closing Date: 20th July 2025

Interview Date: Week Commencing 4th August 2025 - this will be a presentation followed by questions. Further details will follow. 

Anticipated Start Date: Week Commencing 8th September 2025

Additional Information: To discuss any of the roles or require reasonable adjustments as part of this process please contact us on 01592 632659 or peopleteam@kha.scot

Kingdom is committed to contributing towards the eradication of homelessness. As part of that, we particularly welcome applications from people who are currently registered homeless or have been in the last 12 months. We will guarantee shortlisting to any applicant who meets that criteria and the essential criteria for the vacancy. If we offer you the role and you are homeless at that point, we will also offer you a tenancy in one of our properties as part of the Naumann Initiative. If you wish your application to be considered under the scheme, please state this under “Supporting information” on your application form.

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