Apprentice Plumber
Posted 1 hour 44 minutes ago by Severn Trent Water
Our Apprentice Plumber Programme offers a blend of personal and professional development, exposing you to the core of our business.
You will gain practical experience across several teams, developing your knowledge of Severn Trent's processes. This role involves regular operational travel across the North, covering Hull, Catterick, Leeds, Bradford, and Richmond; when not travelling you will be based at home.
Work pattern: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7am - 3.30pm / 7am - 3pm / 8am - 4pm.
Driving licence: A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are required before starting this role. Some sites are in remote locations and not serviced by public transport.
What you will learn- Plumbing Skills - install, maintain, and repair systems.
- Water Treatment & Legionella Monitoring - keep water safe and clean using modern techniques.
- Remedial Project Management - plan and deliver real solutions.
- Chemical Treatment & Dosing - use chemicals to keep water systems healthy and compliant.
- Teamwork & Communication - work alongside experienced professionals to deliver projects from start to finish.
- A 'can do' attitude - willingness to get stuck in, take accountability, and take pride in your work.
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast paced working environment.
- Open mind - constantly wanting to learn and develop.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills and enjoy working as part of a team.
- Drive to produce high quality work and meet targets.
This apprenticeship standard is Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE A C or Grades 4 9). If you do not already have GCSEs in English and maths, you will need to take functional skills as part of the apprenticeship, which is an alternative to GCSEs. This must be achieved prior to completion of the apprenticeship.
Benefits- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with an option to buy/sell up to 5 days per year).
- Annual bonus scheme (up to £1,500, subject to eligibility).
- Leading pension scheme - we double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%).
- Sharesave - discounted rate to buy Severn Trent Plc shares.
- Dedicated training and development within our Academy.
- Retail offers.
- Family friendly policies.
- Two paid volunteering days per year.
- Annual salary increase during the programme and an increase when you move into your first role.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and cohesive culture that reflects our communities and customers. We support work groups such as LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability, and Ethnicity.
Application Timeline- Roles close on 30th May at Midday.
- Face to face assessments will run throughout May 2026.
- Estimated start date: September 2026.
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 do not sponsor under the Skilled Worker route; the successful candidate must therefore be able to demonstrate right to work without our sponsorship.