Apprentice Plumber

Apprentice Plumber Overview

Ready to kickstart your career as an Apprentice Plumber? Join our award winning apprenticeship scheme and earn while you learn. Opportunities to progress after your apprenticeship include our Trainee Surveyor Programme and Trainee Contracts Manager Programme.

• Starting rate: £8 per hour (£16,224 per annum)
• Qualified rate: £16.91 per hour (£34,293 per annum)

What the Apprenticeship Is About

As an apprentice at Ian Williams you'll learn on the job, gaining hands on experience while studying at college. You'll be supported by experienced tradespeople, including a dedicated mentor, and work towards mastering your chosen trade.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects predominantly in social housing, with locations in Bradford and potentially other areas.
• Travel as needed; transport provided where possible.
• Learn a range of systems: bathroom installations, hot and cold water systems, emergency repairs, domestic and commercial sites (primarily domestic).
• Develop a neat and methodical approach to your work.
• Attend college one day a week to study the theory behind the trade.
• Work with our preferred provider PFP Thrive Professional Training & Apprenticeship Providers.
• Build a portfolio of evidence for your End Point Assessment (EPA).
• Contribute to the team's overall success.

Qualifications and Requirements

• No prior experience needed - just a genuine passion for plumbing and practical, hands on work.
• Positive attitude and problem solving mindset.
• Commitment to building a career at Ian Williams.
• Strong organisational skills to juggle college and work.
• GCSE (or equivalent) grade 4 (C) or above in Maths and English.
• Eligibility to work in the UK on a permanent basis (no visa sponsorship).

Application Process

Complete our application form online at Ian Williams Careers by Friday 29th May. Interviews will be held between 29th June - 17th July. Proposed start date is August 2026.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates from 2nd year; National minimum wage/National living wage applies.
• A permanent contract guaranteeing a job once you are qualified.
• 23 days' holiday per year plus bank holidays.
• All personal protective equipment and uniform provided.
• Pension contributions and life insurance.
• Travel allowance.
• Toolkit provided to start.
• Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity for health and wellbeing support.
• Preferred supplier discounts and other benefits.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ian Williams Ltd is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is the foundation of what we do, and we focus on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all other characteristics that make us different.

Legal & Compliance

The successful applicant will need to complete a criminal records check. We comply fully with the code of practice and treat all applicants fairly. Ian Williams Ltd will use applicants' details for recruitment purposes only. For more information, please read our Candidate Privacy Notice on our website.

We reserve the right to shortlist prior to the closing date.