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There’s a huge variety of career opportunities with us, working on a wide range of challenging and exciting projects.
We hire talented people from all backgrounds, reflecting society and the communities in which we work.
From employee discount schemes to flexible working, we offer a range of benefits aimed to boost productivity and promote mental wellbeing. Combined with generous salaries, stimulating work, and unrivalled opportunities to generate value in our communities, it’s what makes Wates such an attractive place to be.
Reward and benefits
We value our people and the work they do, and we reward them for it. We recognise that great pay and benefits are key to retaining and attracting the best people in our industry.
Career development
We provide clear routes for career progression – and a great selection of opportunities for training, development and upskilling to help people get to the next level.
An inclusive culture
As a family business that has stood the test of time for more than 125 years, we are proud of the culture that we have built, of the work that we do, and of the teams that deliver it.
CREATING TOMORROW TOGETHER
Your future with us
At Wates we focus on the key things that matter to our people: an inclusive culture, commitment to social value, great reward and benefits, flexibility and hybrid working and career progression. We know these things make a real difference to people’s lives.
We are proud of what we offer, and Wates is an incredible place to work regardless of what stage you are at in your career journey, from new entrant to long serving colleague.
And once you’ve joined us, we’ll make sure you’ll want to stay.
Our culture
Our culture – outlined in our Guiding Framework – influences everything we do and how we do it, from our core purpose of creating tomorrow together, to the atmosphere we create across our sites and offices. As a family-owned business, we’re passionate about our people and creating a culture where everyone can be themselves, enjoy their working lives and thrive in the career they choose.
We are a fair place to work. To ensure everyone has opportunity to thrive, our culture is founded on the following principles:
- TREAT FAIRLY: Everyone is treated with fairness and respect. When someone finds themselves not being treated fairly, they feel able to speak up, are listened to and any appropriate action is taken
- PAY AND PROGRESS FAIRLY: Everyone has fair access to development and progression opportunities to build a meaningful career of choice. There is equity in pay.
- HIRE FAIRLY: We hire the best person for the job from a diverse pool of candidates. We actively challenge and ultimately eliminate perceptions that prevent anyone from joining the sector.
Our family-first culture has been recognised at the Working Families Awards, where we won in the ‘Best for Fathers’ and ‘Best for All Families’ categories. We are among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality, have been awarded gold accreditation from Investors in People. We won the Diversity and Inclusion Excellence Award at the Construction News Awards where the judges found us “head and shoulders above our contemporaries.”
We are a Disability Confident employer, committed to ensuring that our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible and that existing colleagues who have or acquire a disability are supported in their career at Wates.
We have some of the best family leave policies in our industry. This includes a 52 week paid maternity leave and eight weeks of fully paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave and adoption leave are enhanced and matched with maternity leave. We offer four weeks of unpaid carers leave. This includes our site-based employees.
We believe that business done well can be a force for good and so we take our role in society very seriously. We believe in helping to shape communities through our projects and social value commitments. As a Wates employee you could also be involved in a range of activities from community engagement with schools through to social enterprise mentoring and volunteering in the communities we work in.
We also help to challenge inequality by championing the real Living Wage, working closely with the Living Wage Foundation to achieve this.
We’re committed to making our industry more sustainable through the way we build, the materials we use and the way we engage with suppliers, and have committed to Science Based Targets that will see us becoming a net zero company by 2045. Our zero carbon sites programme, our transition towards electric plant and equipment and our use of lower carbon alternative materials will help us get there.
We are also committed to having a positive impact on nature from our operations. This will be achieved through supporting local community projects and making biodiversity improvements to our projects.
Your career
We focus on helping our people to thrive and on offering great career development opportunities, so you never stand still. And if you want a change – even a completely different role – we encourage internal mobility throughout our businesses, giving you a range of different environments in which to gain experience.
Our wide range of learning and development activities builds the knowledge, skills and behaviours you’ll need to perform at your best and progress your career.
Our focus on diversity encourages those who are furthest from the workforce to come back into the workplace if they have been away for a while.
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Benefits
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Reward and benefits
As well as competitive salaries, we have some brilliant benefits – it’s our way of recognising the hard work you do.
We understand that this is about more than money. We also run a flexible benefits scheme where you select the benefits that are important to you, from pension top-ups to health care and restaurant discount cards.
We offer 26 days of holiday a year that includes additional volunteering days for a good cause of your choice.
Our award winning, industry-leading family leave policy offers full paid maternity leave as well as eight weeks paid partner / paternity leave. We also offer enhanced shared parental and adoption leave including matched maternity pay as well as two weeks bereavement leave and flexible carers’ leave.
Learning and Development
We empower our colleagues to excel and thrive through comprehensive learning and development opportunities aligned with our values and performance priorities.
We offer diverse development programmes covering areas like safety, technical skills, behaviour and leadership. We empower our employees to take charge of their growth with self-driven learning options, including e-learning, and we provide support when they need it.
We foster a culture of continuous learning and empowerment, equipping our colleagues with the tools so they can progress their career and contribute to the success of our organisation.
BEGIN YOUR CAREER WITH US
Early careers programmes
Our early careers programmes are targeted at undergraduates, graduates, school and college leavers and trade professionals. The programmes are designed to be accessible and flexible to suit you.
Whatever your interests, we’ll help you find the right career path. One where you can explore, grow and thrive.
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Work experience
Join us on a work experience position and discover how great working in the built environment can be.
Our opportunities are open to everyone and will help you gain experience that can kick-start your career as well as contributing to our exciting client projects. You could even go on to secure a place on one of our apprenticeships or graduate programmes.
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Energy Transition Divisional Director
Location: Liverpool
Job Type: Operational
Application Deadline: 19-10-2026
⚡ Director of Energy Transition📍 Liverpool🚀 Executive Leadership OpportunityShape the Future of Sustainable Energy with LibertyAre you a visionary leader ready to drive the UK's transition to a cleaner, greener future?At Liberty, we're looking for an exceptional Director of Energy Transition to lead the strategic, operational, and commercial growth of our Energy Transition Division. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering innovative renewable energy solutions, expanding our market presence, and helping communities achieve their sustainability goals.Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll lead a growing division responsible for the delivery of renewable energy projects including Solar PV, Air Source Heat Pumps, emerging technologies, and technical consultancy services.🌱 This is your opportunity to help shape the future of energy while leading a high-performing business.🔥 What You'll Be DoingAs Director of Energy Transition, you will:✅ Lead and deliver the long-term strategy for the division✅ Identify new market opportunities, partnerships, and growth initiatives✅ Drive operational excellence across renewable energy installation and consultancy services✅ Oversee the successful delivery of projects from concept through to commissioning✅ Manage divisional budgets, forecasts, profitability, and full P&L accountability✅ Present strategic plans and performance updates to senior leadership✅ Build, inspire, and develop high-performing multidisciplinary teams✅ Champion innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement✅ Develop strong relationships with local authorities, government bodies, clients, and strategic partners✅ Represent Liberty within industry forums and stakeholder partnerships🎯 What We're Looking ForWe're keen to hear from ambitious leaders who can demonstrate:✔ Significant senior leadership experience with responsibility for business growth, revenue, and profitability✔ Proven experience leading large-scale operational delivery functions✔ Strong commercial and financial acumen with full P&L accountability✔ A track record of driving strategic change and organisational growth✔ Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills✔ Experience developing and leading high-performing teams✔ Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and the energy transition sector (desirable)✔ Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience (desirable)🌍 Why Join Liberty?At Liberty, we're committed to creating a sustainable future while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.You'll be joining a business that:💚 Champions sustainability and innovation🤝 Values diversity, equity, and inclusion📈 Invests in leadership development and career progression🏆 Delivers industry-leading services across the UK🌱 Is at the forefront of the energy transition journey📢 Ready to Lead the Future?If you're an inspiring and commercially minded leader with the vision to drive transformational growth in renewable energy, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and be part of Liberty's journey towards a cleaner, greener future. ⚡🌍
People Partner
Location: Birmingham
Job Type: HR
Application Deadline: 19-11-2026
🌟 People Partner📍 Birmingham 💼 LibertyJoin Liberty and Help Shape the Future of Our People Strategy! 💙At Liberty, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for an experienced and passionate People Partner to join our People Team and play a key role in supporting managers, driving positive people outcomes, and helping create a workplace where everyone can thrive.This is an exciting opportunity for a HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, influencing decision-making, and providing practical people solutions that make a real difference across the business.🚀 What You'll Be DoingAs our People Partner, you'll work closely with managers and leaders to deliver a proactive, pragmatic and commercially focused HR service, including:✅ Providing expert advice and guidance on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance management✅ Coaching and supporting managers to confidently apply HR policies and procedures✅ Supporting organisational change projects, including restructures, redeployment, redundancies and TUPE transfers✅ Partnering with managers on workforce planning, talent management and succession planning initiatives✅ Promoting recruitment best practice and working closely with the Recruitment Team to attract and retain great talent✅ Delivering management development sessions and supporting leadership capability growth✅ Building positive relationships with Trade Union partners and key stakeholders across the business✅ Supporting equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives and promoting an inclusive culture✅ Ensuring accurate people and payroll data through effective management of HR systems and processes✅ Leading and supporting People projects that drive continuous improvement and business success👀 What We're Looking ForWe're keen to hear from people who have:⭐ Previous HR Business Partner / People Partner experience⭐ Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice⭐ Experience managing complex employee relations cases⭐ Excellent stakeholder management and coaching skills⭐ Experience supporting organisational change and transformation activities⭐ A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to challenge constructively⭐ The ability to build credibility and influence at all levels of the organisation⭐ A passion for creating positive employee experiences and helping people succeed💙 Why Liberty?At Liberty, we're proud of our values of Passion, Openness, Respect and Trust.We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to reach their full potential. We recognise that our people are our greatest asset and we're dedicated to providing an environment where you can develop your career and make a meaningful impact.📢 External ApplicantsApply now and take the next step in your HR career with Liberty. We'd love to hear from you!
People Partner
Location: Liverpool
Job Type: HR
Application Deadline: 28-10-2026
🌟 People Partner📍 Liverpool 💼 LibertyJoin Liberty and Help Shape the Future of Our People Strategy! 💙At Liberty, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for an experienced and passionate People Partner to join our People Team and play a key role in supporting managers, driving positive people outcomes, and helping create a workplace where everyone can thrive.This is an exciting opportunity for a HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, influencing decision-making, and providing practical people solutions that make a real difference across the business.🚀 What You'll Be DoingAs our People Partner, you'll work closely with managers and leaders to deliver a proactive, pragmatic and commercially focused HR service, including:✅ Providing expert advice and guidance on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance management✅ Coaching and supporting managers to confidently apply HR policies and procedures✅ Supporting organisational change projects, including restructures, redeployment, redundancies and TUPE transfers✅ Partnering with managers on workforce planning, talent management and succession planning initiatives✅ Promoting recruitment best practice and working closely with the Recruitment Team to attract and retain great talent✅ Delivering management development sessions and supporting leadership capability growth✅ Building positive relationships with Trade Union partners and key stakeholders across the business✅ Supporting equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives and promoting an inclusive culture✅ Ensuring accurate people and payroll data through effective management of HR systems and processes✅ Leading and supporting People projects that drive continuous improvement and business success👀 What We're Looking ForWe're keen to hear from people who have:⭐ Previous HR Business Partner / People Partner experience⭐ Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice⭐ Experience managing complex employee relations cases⭐ Excellent stakeholder management and coaching skills⭐ Experience supporting organisational change and transformation activities⭐ A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to challenge constructively⭐ The ability to build credibility and influence at all levels of the organisation⭐ A passion for creating positive employee experiences and helping people succeed💙 Why Liberty?At Liberty, we're proud of our values of Passion, Openness, Respect and Trust.We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to reach their full potential. We recognise that our people are our greatest asset and we're dedicated to providing an environment where you can develop your career and make a meaningful impact.📢 External ApplicantsApply now and take the next step in your HR career with Liberty. We'd love to hear from you!
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