Apprentice Assistant Water Network Technician (Level 3)

Apprentice Assistant Water Network Technician - Level 3

LETS CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

At Severn Trent we believe everyone deserves more. More care for the environment more sustainable initiatives and more support for the communities we serve. Thats why were on a mission to deliver bigger and better things and we need passionate apprentices like you to help us achieve our goals.

Our people and culture are the heart of our success. Were proud to be in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. With nearly 10000 dedicated colleagues were looking for more brilliant people who are eager to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future.

If youre excited to learn and ready to make a real impact we want you on our team.

LETS TELL YOU MORE

Apprenticeship Programmes are a great way to earn and learn! Our Apprentice Assistant Water Network Technician Programme offers the perfect blend of personal and professional development exposing you to the core of our business.

Youll be supported every step of the way. Your role will be to gain practical experience in a few teams developing your knowledge and understanding of Severn Trent and the processes.

All of this will allow you to further develop your skills so you can communicate data effectively to a wide variety of stakeholders. Furthermore youll spend time with our Water Network team working outdoors to identify and reduce leakage across our network. Youll interact with distribution service technicians repair and maintenance teams call centres network optimisation teams contractors and customers to build strong stakeholder relationships.

We welcome all apprentices from diverse backgrounds as we know diverse minds bring new ideas and a different way of thinking. We are looking for someone who wants to build their career with us and grasp new opportunities and in return we will support you with varied experiences training and development to provide a grounding for your future career.

HOW WILL THE PROGRAMME WORK

You will be based at Barnhurst in Wolverhampton the heart of our patch. The programme will allow you to gain exposure in different areas of the department so that you are equipped with the right skills to build your career here at Severn Trent.

In this exciting programme you will have the chance to discuss your development and career ambitions in your 1-1 meetings with business leads mentors a study buddy the cohort leader and the New Talent Team.

As part of this apprenticeship you will be studying towards a Level 3 qualification in Water Industry Network. You can find more information about this qualification (known as a standard) by following this link. We encourage you to read this additional information before applying.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

You will expand your knowledge of:

• How to identify leakage using data tools and techniques.
• Advising customers on water fittings and maintaining meters and loggers.
• Identifying water network issues and applying fault-finding techniques.
• Calibrating equipment such as temporary loggers and pressure gauges.
• Operating the water network safely and protecting the environment.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We want our employees to care and to have a genuine passion for what we do as a business. We need people who want to make a difference in providing a vital service to our customers now and for the long-term.

If you have the passion to succeed that we see in our apprentices every day youll be a great match for our programme. Wed love you to be someone with:

• A can do attitude willing to get stuck in and take accountability.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel freely across our patch and work in all weather conditions.
• Curiosity to learn quickly and work across different teams.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Our New Talent Team will guide you and support you every step of the way. Furthermore your line manager mentor and apprentice buddy will be there to help you in making sure you reach your full potential here at Severn Trent.

Location: Barnhurst Oxley Moor Road Wolverhampton

Standard: Water Industry Network

Link to Standard:

Apprenticeship Level: 3

Apprenticeship Duration: 30 months

Starting Salary: 22500

Entry Criteria: For this level 3 apprenticeship the role involves the use of maths in everyday operational scenarios and will require candidates to have already achieved GCSE English and Maths grade C/4 or above or be willing to study these topics to achieve the equivalent standard by the end of the programme. We will of course support you along this journey. We therefore encourage applications from those who have already achieved GCSE English and Maths grade C/4 and those willing to work towards it with our support.

Driving Requirements: If you are successful you will require a full UK licence and access to your own vehicle upon completion of your apprenticeship.

Please note some of our sites are in remote locations and not serviced by public transport. It is your responsibility to ensure you can arrive safely at work for your start time each day so please consider this before applying.

You will be working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday across a 7am 3.30pm working pattern.

HOW WELL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU IN RETURN

Itsnot just a jobyoullgethereyoullget a career too. We have a range of benefits that reward and recognisegreat workand award-winning training to ensure you reach your potential. Andwellalso help you play your part in looking after the environment and the community in which we live.

With that in mind here are just some of our favouriteperksthatyoullget being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 25 days holiday bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)

• Annual bonus scheme (of up to 1500 which is subject to eligibility)

• Leading pension scheme we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)

• Sharesave the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate

• Dedicated training and development with our Academy

• Retail Offers

• Family friendly policies

• Two paid volunteering days per year

As if that isnt enough youll receive an annual salary increase whilst youre on programme and youll also get an increase when you move into your first job.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

At Severn Trent we are passionate about our people. We want to make sure that we continue to foster a more diverse inclusive and cohesive culture that represents the communities and customers we serve. Were making sure we keep up the progress with our wonderful working groups LGBTQ Women in Operations & STEM Disability and Ethnicity who help us with our out more aboutour commitments to Diversity and Inclusionat Severn Trent.

LETS GO

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We cant wait to hear from you.

• Roles close on 16th March at Midday (12pm)
• Check your diary face to face assessments will run from through April and May 2026
• Estimated start date- September 2026

To find out more about working with us search #LifeatSevernTrent on social media.

In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. We have assessed this programme and do not consider that we would be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route as the role does not meet the relevant Home Office criteria; the successful candidate must be able therefore to demonstrate right to work without Severn Trent sponsorship.