Procurement
We procure a range of products and services and spend over £1bn a year with our supply chain, helping local communities to thrive. Join us and we’ll help your career do the same.
We procure a range of products and services and spend over £1bn a year with our supply chain, helping local communities to thrive. Join us and we’ll help your career do the same.

The best place to develop your career
We are committed to responsible and ethical procurement. We only work with organisations which share our commitments to high quality and sustainability.
We have a huge range of opportunities in our team from Procurement Administrator, up to procurement and supply chain Directors. Key roles include Procurement Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Category Manager, Data Analyst, Reporting Analyst and Compliance Manager. You can start as an apprentice or assistant and work your way up.
Wates is a friendly, family-owned, very successful business. How you progress is up to you – you can stay within your same area of expertise or move into other parts of the business. It’s an interesting, rewarding career. We believe in promoting from within, and we’ll give you all the training and support you need to grow. There’s no better place to build your career.

People thrive at Wates
Whether you have construction experience, fancy a career change, or are returning to work after a break, we’d love to hear from you.
Ideally, we’d like you to have experience in the role in a similar business. A procurement or commercial background would be good too. Most importantly, it’s about the qualities you bring. We’re looking for people with a ‘can do’ attitude. Someone who’s friendly, open minded, engaging and prepared to work in a collective way.
Regarding transferable skills, you should understand negotiation and contracts. Leading workshops and presenting skills would also be useful.
We have different roles within procurement, so we can range from people having experience to MSIPS chartered, CIOB qualification at a senior level.
Testimonials
Senior Buyer
"When I joined Wates, I had just left a decade long career in Fashion – a very different world to Construction! I had no industry experience and little knowledge of the sector, but right from the start, I could tell that this was a business that I wanted to work for. Everyone I spoke to before joining was friendly, professional and knowledgeable and this gave me confidence in my career move. There is a very supportive culture at Wates that has a true family feel. It is friendly but professional and everyone is approachable and helpful. The flexibility that Wates offer was something that, as a working mum of two, was attractive to me, as were the opportunities to develop and progress. All of this, together with their focus on looking after their employees and the numerous benefits they offer, makes it a great place to work. I feel very fortunate to work at Wates and would recommend it to anyone looking to advance their career in a company that values and challenges its employees.”
Carpenter / Multi-Trader
Location: Enfield
Job Type: Trades and Labour
Application Deadline: 20-02-2026
🛠️ Carpenter / Multi Trader Base: Enfield (projects across London & within the M25)Join our Specialist Division and become a key part of delivering high‑quality carpentry and multi‑trade works across a diverse portfolio of commercial projects.We’re looking for an experienced Carpenter/Multi Trader to support our expanding division, working on a mix of larger, long‑term projects and smaller planned works. This is not a reactive day‑to‑day role-you’ll be based on each project for a sustained period, delivering consistent, high‑quality workmanship from start to finish.🔧 What You’ll Be Doing• Carrying out carpentry and multi‑trade works across commercial buildings.• Delivering high‑quality workmanship on both large-scale and smaller planned projects.• Working independently or as part of a project team depending on site requirements.• Liaising with Supervisors and Project Managers when additional trades or materials are required.• Ensuring accurate completion of job sheets, material usage, and project documentation.• Maintaining high standards of productivity, safety, and professionalism on all sites.🚗 Requirements• Full UK driving licence – significant travel across London and the M25 is required.• NVQ Level 2 Carpentry (essential).• Strong experience as a carpenter with additional multi‑trade skills.• Previous experience working in office/commercial buildings is highly desirable.• Ability to work to excellent standards with minimal supervision.• Strong communication and problem‑solving abilities.• Professional, reliable, and able to represent the company positively at all times.• Due to the nature of this position, an in-depth criminal record history check will be carried out.💬 Why Join Us?You’ll be part of a skilled specialist team delivering meaningful work across a range of commercial environments. We offer:• Stability and long-term project work.• Supportive management and opportunities to develop your skillset.• A company that values quality, safety, and professionalism.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
Electrical Compliance Manager
Location: Liverpool
Job Type: Trades and Labour
Application Deadline: 20-02-2026
⚡ Electrical Compliance Manager (Renewables)📍 Covering Liverpool (open to Merseyside & surrounding areas)🏢 Liberty🌱 Driving Safety • Quality • Compliance Across RenewablesMake a real impact. As Liberty’s Electrical Compliance Manager, you’ll lead on electrical safety, compliance and quality for our growing renewables division — ensuring every project delivered is safe, efficient and fully compliant with industry regulations. 💚⚡🌍🔧 What you’ll be doing• 👥 Lead, coach and develop Site Supervisors, Electricians, operatives and subcontractors, ensuring high performance and safe, compliant delivery.• 🗂 Ensure efficient work allocation, timely updates and accurate job/order management across IT systems.• 🏅 Maintain and uphold NICEIC, MCS and other accreditation standards, guiding teams and ensuring full compliance.• 📝 Oversee site surveys (incl. PIBIs), installations, materials and documentation.• 🔍 Inspect installation quality and electrical certification for compliance with standards and regulations.• 🧰 Provide technical guidance across all electrical works, including supporting complex queries.• 🛡 Champion safe design, installation, testing, commissioning & handover of all electrical systems.• 📈 Lead a proactive technical audit programme across sites, documentation and certification.• 🤝 Build strong client relationships and ensure excellence in communication across all levels. 🌟 What you’ll bring🎓 Qualifications• Strong electrical background with compliance and quality expertise• High‑level understanding of standards including NICEIC, MCS, BS7671, H&S legislation• Demonstrable technical experience across installation, testing & certification processes💡 Qualities & Behaviours• 🌟 A confident leader who inspires trust and drives a culture of quality• 🧠 Analytical thinker with the ability to interpret KPIs, performance data & technical reports• 🚀 Proactive problem‑solver who anticipates issues and implements effective solutions• 🧩 Detail‑driven, ensuring no deviation from safety or compliance standards 🎁 What’s in it for you• 🌴 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays• ⏰ Full‑time, 40 hours per week• 📈 A strategic role with significant influence over the future of the renewables division• 🧠 Access to training, development and support to help you excel🚀 Ready to Lead Compliance Excellence in Renewables?Join Liberty and help us set the standard for safe, compliant, high‑quality renewable installations — making homes and communities greener, safer and smarter. ✨ Click Apply today and take the next step in your leadership career! 💙⚡🌱
Electrical Site Supervisor
Location: Liverpool
Job Type: Trades and Labour
Application Deadline: 20-02-2026
⚡ Electrical Site Supervisor (Renewables)📍 Covering Liverpool (open to Merseyside & surrounding areas)🏢 LibertyMake a real impact. At Liberty, you’ll lead and coach a talented electrical team delivering safe, high‑quality renewable installations and maintenance—helping communities become greener, safer and more energy‑efficient. 💚⚡🌍🔧 What you’ll be doing• 👥 Lead, coach and supervise Electricians and partners to deliver safe, high‑quality, compliant works across renewables.• 🤝 Liaise with customers, operatives and subcontractors—owning quality from survey to handover.• 📝 Oversee site surveys (incl. PIBI’s), installations, materials and documentation.• 🔍 Provide hands‑on technical support & inspect electrical certifications to ensure full compliance.• 🛡 Carry out RAMS, embed safe systems of work & champion zero‑tolerance on H&S.• 📊 Monitor test equipment compliance, audit quality & drive continuous improvement.• 📂 Keep accurate records, performance data and timesheets; collaborate closely with the wider Liberty team.🌟 What you’ll bring🎓 Qualifications• Recognised electrical apprenticeship and/or trade qualifications• 18th Edition (IET Wiring Regs) & City & Guilds 2391 (or equivalent)• Qualified Supervisor capability; ECS Gold (minimum) 💡 Qualities & Behaviours• 🌟 A natural leader who brings out the best in others• 💬 Clear, confident communicator able to engage customers & colleagues• 🔍 Quality‑driven, with great attention to detail• 🤔 Solutions‑focused thinker, always looking for better, smarter ways of working• 💚 Passion for safety, compliance and doing the right thing🎁 What’s in it for you• 🌴 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays• ⏰ Full‑time, 40 hours per week• 📈 Real progression opportunities as our renewables division grows🚀 Ready to Lead the Future of Renewables?Join Liberty and help us make homes safer, greener, smarter and better for our customers. ✨ Click Apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey! 💙⚡🌱
Graphic Designer
Location: London
Job Type: Marketing & Communications
Application Deadline: 06-02-2026
Wates Construction is looking for a talented Graphic Designer to support our Preconstruction team. You’ll create high‑impact visuals for EOIs, PQQs, RFIs and tender submissions, helping to bring our win themes to life through clear, compelling design. This is a great opportunity to shape the visual identity of major bids and work closely with bid and technical teams across the business.Key Accountabilities Design high‑quality visuals including layouts, infographics, diagrams, case studies and bid templates. Maintain consistent brand application and manage design assets within Adobe Creative Cloud. Translate win themes and technical content into engaging visual concepts. Collaborate with Bid Managers and technical teams, managing multiple deadlines. Produce print‑ready and digital artwork using InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Ceros.What We're Looking For in You Strong graphic design skills with a solid understanding of layout, typography and brand consistency. Ability to simplify and visualise complex or technical information. Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills and a strong design portfolio. Organised, collaborative and confident working in a fast‑paced environment. Degree in Graphic Design or related field (desirable).To Be Successful in the RoleYou will be creative, proactive and highly organised, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to work calmly under pressure. You’ll build strong working relationships, take pride in producing high‑quality visuals and enjoy contributing to compelling, client‑focused bid submissions.