Modern Apprenticeship 2026 – Waste Water Treatment (Inverness)

Ready to own your futureAt Scottish Water our Modern Apprenticeshipsarentaboutsitting in classrooms all day.Theyredesigned to get you out there hands-on learning real skills from the start.Youllearn while you learn gain industry-recognised qualifications and build a career thatactually matters.

Fresh out of school Ready for a career switch Whatever your storywevegot opportunities that challenge you support you and help you grow.

Join ourWasteWaterTreatment team inInvernessfromAugust 2026.

What does aWasteWaterTreatment Modern Apprentice do

As aWasteWaterTreatment Modern Apprenticeyoullbe learning how we treatwaste waterand return it safely to the environment.Youllgain hands-on experience alongside a skilled team developing the knowledge and skills needed to protect Scotlands rivers seas and communities.

Youlllearn how tomonitorand maintain treatment processes from sedimentation to filtration.Youllbe trained to take samples check test results and log important data - helping toidentifyissues and improve how we work.

Youllalso learn how to carry out regular maintenance keeping equipment safe and reliable. From inspections to safety proceduresyoullbe taught how to work safely and protect the environment.

Itsabout more than meeting regulations -itsabout learning to go further solve problems and help Scotlands water industry stay clean safe and sustainable.

Your journey with us

Modern Apprenticeships combine on-the-job learning with the opportunity to completevocationalqualifications. Supported by our in-house Skills Academy team each apprentice has both a day-to-day line manager and a personal assessor who supports them through their qualification and ensures their training is of the highest standard.

Over three yearsyoullreceive dedicated training to become a fully qualifiedWaste WaterTreatment Operator gaining the skills and confidence to make a real impact.

• How to effectively treat high volumes ofwaste waterto make it safe

• How to collect and testwaste watersamples

• How tomonitorand analyse readings from the meters and gauges on site and spot malfunctions

• How to use the software apps and technology we use tomonitorthe water supply

• How to work in a way that keeps you and your colleagues safe and healthy.

A lot of your time will be spent outdoors. But in Scotland we all know that there is no such thing asbad weather just inappropriate clothing. Sowellmake sureyourekitted out for whatever Mother Nature throws at us.

Youllbe part of an expert experienced team who will support you to develop your skills and knowledge while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. This is your chance to earn as you learn working with industry-leading teams to help deliver services that are essential to the daily lives of the people of Scotland.

Onceyouvereached a certain point in your trainingyoullbe included in our Out-of-Hoursrota. That means you might occasionally be called into work outside your normal hours to investigate or fix a problem.Youllearn some extra money each month for this whetheryourecalled in or not.

Whatsin it for you

Youllchallenge and stretch yourself.Werehere to help you make the most of your skills and abilities with first-class training support and a big investment in your development.

You will qualify with a Water Industry SVQ at SCQF Level 6. From your 2nd yearyoullget theoptionto do an HNC in Water Operations. And be supported through your qualification by trainers and assessors from our in-house Skills Academy.

Earn as you learn.Youllstart on24352 with clear scheduled pay increases as you reach key milestones throughout your training.Youllalso be eligible for an annual bonus and a great pension scheme.

Job security.The vast majority ofour apprentices choose to stay with us after completing their programmes. Many people even spend their entire careers with us! Some go on to become team leaders or managers while others focus on honing their technicalexpertise.

Youllbe providing an essential service to Scotland and your local community helping to protect our natural environment.

And the best bitYoullbe working as part of a friendly close-knit team that genuinely wants to see you succeed - and who make coming into work fun.

Whatyoullneed

• You need to be at least 17 years old by 1 August 2026.

• A responsible attitude to learning and work is essential.Youllbe someone people can trust and rely on.

• Ideallyyoullhave five National 4 or 5s (or similar). English Maths and Science are particularly helpful but theyarenta dealbreaker.

• A driving licence would be useful- but we know that lessons and tests are expensive. If youhaventhad the chance to pass your test we can provide support to help you get your licence during your first year with us.

In terms of requirementsThatsit.

Butheresthe thing: We getlots of applications for our apprentice roles each year. What makes the best candidates stand out

Here are a few things we love to see:

• CVs that tell us more than what qualifications you have gained. Show us what you love. What are your aspirations

• Cover letters that tell us whyyoureinterested in Scottish Water (and in this role particularly). We recommend including cover letters in the same document as your CV.

A note to women considering an apprenticeship

Wereproud to see more women joining our apprenticeship programmes every year buttheresstill work to do. Women are underrepresented in some of these roles andwerecommitted to changing that.

Ifyourereading this and wondering if an apprenticeship is right for youheresthe answer: it is.

Apprenticeships are for anyone with curiosity drive and a willingness to learn. If that sounds like youwedlove to see you apply.

At Scottish Wateryoullfind a supportive network of women and menwhovegot your back. Whetheryoureout in the field in the lab or in the officeyoullbe part of a teamthatshere to help you grow succeed and feel like you belong - because you do.

The not-so-small print

Wereaccepting applications untilmidnight on Sunday 22 March 2026.

There will be some fun (no honestly!) online assessment activity in April. Interviews will happen during May and June. Andwereaiming to get all our new apprentices started in August.

For more information on our apprentice programmes and applications please visit our website: anyadditionalqueriesregardingyour application feel free to contact us at