Apprentice Waste Maintenance Technician
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Job Summary
| Job Requisition Number | 8412 |
| Work Type | Permanent |
| Job Function | Operational |
| Salary Range | 25949 |
| Base | Chester |
| Closing date | 1st March 2026 |
Our apprenticeships and traineeships are about bringing Wales to life by opening doors to opportunity. We believe talent comes from everywhere which is why we welcome people from all backgrounds experiences and walks of life. Youll gain real hands-on experience develop practical skills and work towards recognised qualifications all while contributing to services that make a real difference to communities across Wales. With the support of experienced colleagues and a culture that values fairness respect and inclusion youll be encouraged to be yourself learn at your pace and build a career with purpose.
Were committed to creating opportunities where everyone feels welcome supported and able to succeed whatever their background.
What youll do
As an Apprentice Maintenance Technician you will learn the craft of both Electrician and Mechanical fitter in this dual skilled role.
A key element of this role will be planned maintenance of all Welsh Waters asset types including wastewater Treatment works or Sewage pumping stations and combined sewer overflows.
Your college / training provider will be Bridgend College (Travel will be likely if role is based elsewhere. If it is the case that we deem the college not a realistic daily commute accommodation will be provided).
What youll be learning:
- Carrying out maintenance work on our equipment to reduce the risk of breakdowns.
- Find out why our equipment sometimes doesnt work and repair as quickly and efficiently as possible.
- Carrying out inspections like for like installations testing refurbishment and help with commissioning equipment when required.
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings of various equipment to ensure correct tolerance and fits are maintained for efficient plant operation.
About you
A minimum of Grade B in GCSE Maths and Grade C in English and Science (or equivalent) is required and also working towards a driving licence if you havent already got one.
Good to know
College / Training provider: Bridgend College
Length of Apprenticeship: 4 years
Qualification: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Techniques and PEO modules
Salary: All of our apprenticeship programmes will start on 25949
The start date for this role is 7th September 2026
Benefits
As well as a market competitive salary 33 days annual leave (pro rata including public holidays) we offer a range of employee benefits and rewards including:
Option to buy additional annual leave up to 5 days per year
Enhanced employer pension contributions Up to 11% employer contributions
Free Mortgage Brokering Services
Enhanced family friendly policies
Progression opportunities including the ability to apply for funded training and coaching and mentoring programmes
Gym and fitness discounts as well as high street shopping
Cycle to work scheme
Discount off all Welsh Water visitor attraction centres and gift shops
Car-leasing scheme and free on-site parking at all sites
Health CashBack scheme and access to an online GP service
An employee assistance programme for employees and their immediate family
Many more can be found here!
Dŵr Cymru Cyf a limited company registered in Wales No.. Registered office: Linea Fortran Road St. Mellons Cardiff CF3 0LT
Dŵr Cymru Cyf 2019.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Electrical Experience
- eMaint
- Industrial Maintenance
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Property Maintenance
- Maintenance
- Painting
- Plumbing
- Hydraulics
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Troubleshooting
About Company
We provide water to keep you healthy and clean waste water to protect your environment. We’re a not-for-profit water company which serves 3 million customers in Wales and parts of England every day.
