Treatment Apprentice (Wastewater)

Location -Southend & Basildon Essex
Start date -June 2026
Starting Salary:18000 (increasing to 23500 in your second year!)
Right to Work in the UK:To be considered for this role you must currently have right to work in the UK.

Workingin theWasterwater(Sewage)teams this is the chance to startyourcareer with Anglian Water asaTreatmentTechnicianApprentice!Youllsplit your time between college and hands-on learning at our sites helping the water recycling process that collects wastewater treats and cleans it before returning it safely to our rivers and seas to safeguard protect and improve the environment.

We arevery proudof our apprentices here at Anglian Water. Over87% of our apprentices are still working here at Anglianafter 10 years.Check out our career site to hear more about opportunities and hear from our currentapprentices

This is a hands-on practical role working outside in a variety of weather; the work is varied rewarding and at times challenging but no two days are the same! Once qualified youll join a 24/7 standby rota because your role is vital.

Whatyoulldo:

• Testing effluent

• Working alongside our scientists.

• Carrying out vital processes including screeningsettlementand biological treatment

• Support fault diagnosis and keep equipment running efficiently

• Work alongside experienced technicians and follow health & safety rules

• Take ownership of your development and contribute to team success

Whatwerelooking for:

• English andMathsGCSEs(grades 94/A*C) we can also accept Level 2 Functional Skills -predicted grades will be accepted if you have not yet completed your exams

• Genuine interest in the water industry and protecting the environment

• Good communicationskills and a team mindset

• Willingness to work outdoors and learn new things

If you do not currently hold a full UK drivinglicenceyoullneed to obtain one by the end of year two of theprogramme or if thisisntpossible due to your age within one year of your 17th birthday.

Whatsin it for you:

• Mentor and full support network

• Paid holidays private healthcare pensiongymand retail discounts

• Work towardsNationallyRecognisedQualificationswithout incurring student debt

We welcome applicants from all backgroundsbring your passion curiosity and your true self!

Applications close:Friday 23rd January 2026

Next Steps:Submityour CV and answer five screening questions to share more about you and your motivations for applying.If successful you may be selected to a site tour/meet the team at a local site to gain an understanding of the role.If shortlistedyoullbe invited to an in-person final stage assessmentcentrelocally in Basildon on 23rd February 2026.