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Applications open: 13 October 2025
What is the Operational Delivery Through Life Support (TLS) Graduate Scheme?
What you’ll get
£28,800
Starting salary
How long for
2
Years
Where you’ll be
Bristol
MOD Abbey Wood
What you’ll need
To apply for this scheme, you’ll need:
- GCSE Maths and English Language at a minimum of grade 4 (or an equivalent qualification)
- A Bachelor’s (or a higher) degree in any subject at a minimum grade 2:2
What you’ll do
The Operational Delivery Through Life Support (TLS) Graduate Scheme is a two-year development programme focused on Integrated Logistics Support and Equipment Support roles across different business areas within DE&S. You’ll rotate between three placements that give you with the opportunity to develop your knowledge and application. By the end of the scheme you will be able to:
What our learners say about working for DE&S
“I’ve gained invaluable experiences in different departments. Overall fantastic experience, enormous amount learnt and would recommend to anyone.”
Ciaran, Marine Engineer – Graduate
Developing tomorrow’s talent, today.
Course frequently asked questions
Yes. Should you require support with the application process you can contact our Entry Talent team at deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk
DE&S is currently operating a Smarter Working Policy, where hybrid working may be available depending on your placement/project.
However, we cannot specifically advise in advance of you joining the organisation. It could mean being situated in office three times a week, or twice a month. As this is a graduate scheme we encourage face-to-face collaboration to network with your peers and gain further experience.
You will be able to discuss your daily working hours with your Delivery Manager on starting.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate scheme, learners will deploy at Senior Technical Specialist 1.
Please contact our Entry Talent team at deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk
