If University isn’t for you, but you’re ambitious, driven, and ready to build a successful career, Dandara could be the perfect place to start.

We’re looking for a motivated school or college leaver to join our Team in Braintree as a Management Trainee. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gain real industry experience, and develop a long-term career in the fast-moving world of housebuilding.

At Dandara, our Management Trainee Programme is designed to develop the next generation of future leaders. Through a structured programme of rotational placements, hands-on experience, and professional development, you’ll gain valuable insight into how a successful housebuilding business operates while building the skills needed for a rewarding career.

If you’re interested in Land & Planning, Technical or Commercial, then this is a great opportunity for you.

With structured training, mentoring, and real responsibility, you’ll develop the skills, confidence, and experience needed to progress within one of the UK’s leading housebuilders.

As a Management Trainee, you will:

• Complete rotational placements across key departments to gain broad business exposure

• Support teams with project work and day-to-day operational activities

• Carry out assigned tasks accurately, professionally, and to agreed deadlines

• Contribute ideas and participate actively in meetings, training sessions, and development activities

• Build strong working relationships with colleagues across the business

• Take ownership of your personal development and continuous learning

• Fully engage with apprenticeship and training requirements throughout the programme

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for enthusiastic, driven individuals who are keen to develop a long-term career with Dandara.

Essential Requirements:

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above

• Completed or predicted completion of a Level 3 qualification (A Levels, T Level, or equivalent)

• Right to work in the UK

• Ability to travel between sites and offices when required

Key Skills & Qualities

• Strong communication skills with the confidence to ask questions and share ideas

• A positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm to learn and develop

• Logical thinking and problem-solving ability

• Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills

• Initiative, motivation, and a proactive mindset

• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities effectively

Why Join Dandara?

At Dandara, we’re committed to developing future talent and providing clear pathways for career progression. As part of our Commercial Team, you’ll benefit from:

• Structured training and development

• Hands-on experience within a leading housebuilder

• Mentoring and support from experienced professionals

• Exposure to live residential developments

• Long-term career opportunities within the business

• A supportive and collaborative working environment

If you’re ready to start your career and develop your future in commercial housebuilding, we’d love to hear from you.