As a proud forces-friendly employer, we value the unique skills and experience that ex-military colleagues bring to our business. Their training, discipline, and problem-solving abilities make a real difference across our business.
We actively support Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and their families, recognising the invaluable contributions they make to our country and communities. Through our military strategy, we recruit ex-military personnel, valuing the broad range of skills and experience they bring - skills that are highly transferable and add real value to our business.
Work on projects that keep the UK running, whether it's helping to design, power, build, operate and maintain the places and spaces people rely on every day. From complex facilities and critical environments to major infrastructure and long‑term service contracts, your work will have real impact.
You’ll join a business that values integrity, responsibility, teamwork and doing the job right every time. We invest in people, focus on safety, and encourage professional development at every level.
Our commitment is formalised through the Armed Forces Covenant, which we uphold in support of veterans of all ages, military spouses and partners, and colleagues serving in the Reserve or Cadet Forces. We are proud holders of the Gold Award from the Ministry of Defence’s Employer Recognition Scheme - the highest accolade for organisations supporting the Armed Forces community.
We partner with multiple organisations including BuildForce, a leading organisation dedicated to helping service leavers and veterans pursue careers in construction and engineering. This collaboration strengthens our commitment to attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse talent, ensuring our workforce reflects the communities we serve while providing opportunities for those who have served
Hear from some of our Armed Forces community to learn what advice they would offer to those considering a career with us, the skills they’ve found transfer well from their previous forces roles, and the support they’ve received from us.
Your leadership and management skills from serving in the Armed Forces are excellent and you have been well trained; these are all easily transferable skills. Listen, learn and be flexible – this will make you invaluable to any business.
I think our industry is a great fit for ex-service personnel . It is very apt to the life we led in the forces, with close - knit teams, flexibility, leadership and knowledge.
Moving from the Royal Navy as a Weapons Engineer to Freedom has been a great transition. I’m learning and developing every day with strong support from colleagues. The skills and discipline gained in the armed forces do set you up to succeed.
After 23.5 years in the British Army, I’ve brought leadership, resilience, teamwork and problem-solving to my role as Logistics Manager. NG Bailey’s values mirror my own and their support has made my transition to civilian life smooth and rewarding.
NG Bailey’s support for veterans, reservists and CFAVs ensures I can commit the time needed to make that impact, and I’m proud to work for an organisation that values service to the community.
Ex–Royal Corps of Signals veteran: I encourage Armed Forces leavers to consider this industry. Skills transfer to NG Bailey. Support helped my transition. Training progressed me from engineer to Project Manager leading my team. and career growth. now
Transitioning to NG Bailey from the Welsh Guards was seamless thanks to the great support available. My advice to anyone, regardless of background, is to trust your potential - drive and attitude matter more than academic results.
If you are in the Armed Forces community and considering your next step - whether you’re a veteran, reservist, volunteer, or military family member - we’d love to hear from you.
Register your interest by joining our Ex-Armed Forces Talent Pool. We’ll keep your details on file and get in touch when a suitable opportunity becomes available.
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