TOTAL is one of the world’s largest international oil and gas companies. Our operations cover the entire energy chain: exploration and production, refining, marketing and the trading of oil, gas and chemicals. The Group has operations in 130 countries and more than 120,000 employees worldwide.

TOTAL UK is the refining and marketing operation for the TOTAL Group. It is the fourth largest oil company in the UK, with a turnover of over £3bn, and employs over 5,000 people. We have two refineries in the UK that generate over 300,000 litres of oil every day. We produce and distribute a myriad of different products, including fuels, lubricants, special fluids, bitumen, solvents, heating oil and aviation fuel.

What we want

Apart from a 2.1 degree, we are looking for graduates with a flexible approach, a strong teamwork ethic and who have a natural ability to communicate at all levels. We want you to have the drive and desire to accomplish challenging objectives and to understand, meet and exceed expectations. You should be nationally and internationally mobile, preferably with a good working knowledge of French, or a willingness to learn.

What we are offering

• Three- to four-year programme with rotational job placements 
• A variety of challenges on innovative and stimulating projects 
• Support for receiving professional qualifications, where applicable 
• Early responsibility and scope for rapid career progression 
• The opportunity to work in a team situation within a supportive environment 
• Specialist training to develop your knowledge, skills, and understanding 
• A structured appraisal system with fantastic career development opportunities 
• French language training, if required 
• Generous remuneration package

What are you waiting for?

Our first application to The Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For resulted in an admirable 82nd position. Imagine what we might achieve second time around – we would like you to be part of our success. Find out more at www.total.co.uk 

Locations

Watford and throughout the UK. Some opportunities in France available if good working knowledge of French.

Degree disciplines required

At least a 2.1 degree in a relevant discipline.

Occupation areas

3 year Management Programme or 4 year programme for refinery based Engineering graduates.

Application procedure

Apply at any time using the application form at www.total.co.uk or by post, to the address above. Applications welcome starting September; the closing date is January 2007. Start date for the 2007 programme will be early September.