Apprentice Water Network Operative

United Living Group; Washington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development support

Health and wellbeing support

Discounts on leisure and shopping

Health Cash Plan

Holiday purchase scheme

Rewards and recognition schemes

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services company in the UK seeks an Apprentice Water Network Operative. This 18-month apprenticeship program offers training in essential skills for working in water services, including safe excavation and installation practices. Candidates should have GCSEs or equivalent, good physical fitness, and a valid UK driving licence. The role offers career development and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Must achieve GCSEs or functional skills.
• Must have good physical fitness and ability to work outdoors.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Excavate holes using safe digging methods.
• Move materials, plant and equipment.
• Install pipes and fittings to standards.
• Maintain site and equipment cleanliness.
• Carry out safety checks and inspections.

Skills

Basic IT skills

Good organisation

Time management

Communication skills

Good physical fitness

Ability to work outdoors

Education

GCSEs at Grade 3–1/D–G or Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Office packages

Job description

Overview

Apprentice Water Network Operative role at United Living Group. This is an exciting time to join United Living on our Apprenticeship Programme as the business grows and we have a significant order book of secured future projects.

Our Infrastructure Services business delivers critical resilient infrastructure that improves daily life by partnering with our clients to achieve sustainable outcomes for their customers and communities. You will join our Water division, a national provider of infrastructure and non-infrastructure water and wastewater services to UK water utility companies.

Responsibilities

• Excavate holes using safe digging methods to avoid damage to underground utility apparatus
• Move materials, plant and equipment
• Install pipes and fittings to the appropriate standards, ensuring good jointing and hygiene practices are followed
• Maintain site, vehicle, plant and equipment tidiness and security
• Carry out safety checks and inspections of vehicles, plant, equipment and sites and maintain safety, environmental and quality records

Programme and Training

You’ll be enrolled onto the Level 2 Water Network Operative Apprenticeship. The programme is 18–21 months long and delivered by one of our training partners. The training includes guided discussions and workshops as well as independent learning and portfolio development. You will receive one-to-one support from your tutor or coach and regular reviews with your line manager to monitor progress.

Upon successful completion, you will have achieved:

• Level 2 Water Network Operative Apprenticeship

Qualifications and Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have achieved, or be predicted to achieve in Summer 2025:

• GCSEs at Grade 3–1/D–G or Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Mathematics
• Basic IT skills and ability to use Microsoft Office packages (e.g., Outlook, Word)
• Good organisation, time management and communication skills
• Good physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in all weather
• Valid UK driving licence

You should also be available to start full-time work in September 2025 and have:

• Commitment to live and embody our company values during work and study
• Motivation and dedication to complete the apprenticeship programme

Additional Information

• Career development from day one with support to grow skills and progress your career
• Access to innovation platform and opportunities to drive positive business change
• Discounts on leisure and shopping
• Employee networks including Veteran’s Network, Women’s Network, and Young People’s Network for CPD and team-building
• Health and wellbeing support including virtual GP, mental health support, fitness and nutrition resources, and financial/legal advice
• Health Cash Plan
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Payroll Giving and Pension eligibility with company contributions
• Dedicated buddy and mentor and an early careers community
• Rewards and recognition schemes and opportunities to participate in social value initiatives

How To Apply

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are proud to be a disability confident employer and will offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum requirements for the role. For accessibility needs or application support, please contact our Early Careers team at the provided email to discuss arrangements.

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Note: Seniority level, employment type and related job function/industries are listed for reference purposes after the main description.