Game on! Our official partnership with Premiership Women’s Rugby continues.
Building on a successful first year, we are renewing our partnership with Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) – with the same shared goal of redefining what inclusion and equal opportunity look like in both elite sport and the built environment sectors..
Women leading the way in rugby and the built environment
Careers grow stronger with the right team behind us. That’s why we’ve brought together women from Wates and Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) - including England World Cup winners - to talk openly about confidence, challenge and the women who have helped shape their career journeys.
From elite sport to construction, these candid conversations explore inspiration, passion and the power of a strong line‑up, and why the right backing can change everything. Hear what they had to say.
Our gender equality work gains double recognition
We’ve been named as one of The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2023
Wates Group achieves Investors in People Gold accreditation for third time in a row
The Wates Group has been re-accredited for the Investors in People (IiP) Gold standard for the third consecutive time in what assessors have called a remarkable achievement.
Wates recognised at Working Family Awards
Wates has been recognised with two awards at the Working Families Best Practice Awards for its flexible working practices and support for parents and carers. The Group was named Best for Fathers and Best for All Families.
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We are a fair place to work
To ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive, our culture is founded on the following principles:
Fair treatment: We ensure that everyone is treated with fairness and respect. If an employee isn’t treated fairly, they know that they can speak up, and be listened to, and appropriate action will be taken. At Wates, everyone is empowered and has a voice at all levels of the organisation.
Fair opportunities: Whatever role you’re in, or part of your company, you can build a great career here at Wates. Everyone has fair access to development and progression opportunities.
Fair hiring: We aim to hire the best person for the job from a diverse pool of candidates. We actively challenge perceptions that might discourage people from joining this rewarding, challenging and interesting sector.
Meet rugby star Georgie Perris-Redding
In honour of International Women’s Day and our official partnership with Premiership Women’s Rugby, we spoke with Georgie Perris-Redding.
Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) and Wates Group announce official partnership
Together, Wates and PWR are looking to drive a powerful change, with the shared goal of redefining what inclusion and equal opportunity looks like in both rugby and the built environment industry.
Wates boosts parental leave and introduces carer's leave in overhaul of family friendly policies
Wates overhauls its family friendly policies to give employees the flexibility and support they need to thrive in the workplace and at home..
Kelly Osborne
Head of Health and Wellbeing
"I joined Wates in 2003 with no industry experience and have since worked with supportive colleagues and managers who helped me reach my potential. The opportunities for growth, change, and promotion have been immense, allowing me to utilise my skills and build invaluable connections. Reflecting on my varied and dynamic career, I would choose Wates all over again without hesitation."
Golden Iwuorie
Planning Management Trainee
"During my two years as a Planner Trainee at Wates, I've gained invaluable insights across departments like Production, Commercial, Design, SHE, M&E, and Bid Management. Learning directly from seasoned professionals on-site was crucial in transforming me from a novice to a proficient planner. This experience equipped me with technical skills and a deep appreciation for the collaborative effort in construction. Wates provided a solid foundation for my career, and I'm grateful for the opportunity."
Riya Rathod
Strategy ＆ Integration Lead
"I joined Wates over 10 years ago, starting my transformative career journey. Collaborating with diverse talent, I've enhanced my skills and driven business performance. With a growth mindset, I advanced to Strategy & Integration Lead for SES. I'm also involved in initiatives like the Wates Women’s & Allies Network and mentoring SMEs, showcasing the Group's supportive environment."
Benoit Firmin
Social Value Manager
"Since joining Wates as a Social Value Manager in June 2023, I've been part of an inspiring team of social value professionals. My role involves developing programs that enable individuals facing barriers to employment to join us and our supply chain network. This work is vital at Wates, reflecting our commitment to sustainable opportunities, talent development, and collaboration. I'm privileged and thrilled to work with such brilliant colleagues every day."
Stuart Dixon
Principal Technical Manager
"2024 marks my 20-year milestone in the industry, with 10 of those years spent at Wates/SES. I'm proud of this journey, which reflects a great working environment, company loyalty, and job satisfaction. Wates/SES has entrusted me with opportunities and responsibilities, supported by formal accreditations and chartership, accelerating my growth and professional standing. A ‘typical day’ is never typical—there's always something challenging happening!"
Ben Jowett
Head of Digital Construction ＆ Engineering
"Since joining Wates Group, I've worked with diverse and collaborative teams that consistently deliver high performance. Wates has supported my career progression through on-the-job development and learning opportunities, nurturing my leadership skills for a successful and meaningful career."
Reward and benefits
We offer competitive pay, flexible benefits, 26 days’ holiday and generous family leave..
Learning and development
We empower our colleagues to excel and thrive through comprehensive learning and development opportunities.
Career opportunities for all: Giving everyone a chance to thrive.
Discover career opportunities at Wates, where everyone has a chance to thrive. We offer excellent pay, brilliant benefits, flexible working, and a fair, inclusive culture. Join us today and unlock your potential!
| Title | City | Department | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site Manager | Halton | Operations | WPS have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Site Manager to join our growing planned maintenance team, delivering a Social Housing Decarbonisation (SHDF) scheme focused on roof replacement works. Working closely with one of our key social... |
| Multi-Trader | Winchester | Trades - all levels | At WPS, we're committed to creating safe, well-maintained homes and communities across the UK. As part of our Property Services division, we maintain over 500,000 social housing homes, ensuring tenants live in secure, comfortable environments. ... |
| Plumber | Winchester | Trades - all levels | WPS has an exciting opportunity for a qualified Plumber to join our Responsive Maintenance team. Based out of our Winchester office, you'll be working on a social housing contract, delivering reactive maintenance to our residents. 🛠️ Key Respo... |
| Carpenter | Winchester | Trades - all levels | 🛠️ Carpenter – Winchester (Responsive Maintenance) Join the WPS Team – Make a Difference in Social Housing WPS has an exciting opportunity for a Carpenter to join our Responsive Maintenance division, working from our Winchester office. You... |
| Wates Wildscape Sales & Marketing Manager | Leatherhead | Land Promotion | Wates Group currently have an opportunity for a Sales & Marketing Manager to join our Wildscape team in Leatherhead. Wates Wildscape design, deliver and maintain nature-rich habitat sites and other environmental offsets for sale to developers and... |
| Senior Site Manager | Newport | Operations | We are looking for a Senior Site Manager to join our team on a project at Isle of Wight College. This is a key site‑based leadership role, responsible for driving the successful delivery of works within a live education environment. You will play... |
