Clean Water Apprentice Field Technician

Assurity Consulting Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in water services in London is seeking a Clean Water Apprentice Field Technician. This 18-month apprenticeship offers practical experience and a Level 3 Diploma in Water Distribution. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic and safety-conscious, with a desire to build a career in the clean water sector. Upon completion, apprentices can expect permanent roles with continuous development opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced sick pay

Health & Lifestyle Rewards Scheme

Funding for professional qualifications

Social events and team meetings

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence for long-term employment.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and assess network performance.
• Investigate and resolve network performance issues.
• Maintain water networks, equipment, and systems.
• Supervise street works to ensure safety.
• Identify underground cables using electronic location equipment.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Strong communicator

Proactive mindset

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE Grade 4 (C) or above in Maths and English (or equivalent)

Job description

Clean Water Apprentice Field Technician

Department: Field Team

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: London - Central

Compensation: £28,000 / year

Description

Veriflo Ltd specialise in professional project management and consultancy in clean water asset services. Our goal is to provide solutions for our clients by seeking leakage and unaccounted-for-water, providing resolutions and mitigation plans to ensure the network works as efficiently and effectively as possible. We provide services in water quality controls, large statutory outages, network operations, strategic optimisation and water quality.

As a rapidly growing company, we pride ourselves on recruiting the very best team and it is essential that our team are reliable, have can-do attitude and the ability to use their initiative and foresight.

Working with industry leaders nationally we also engage on large-scale engineering developments such as the Thames Water Tideway and HS2 projects.
Start your career with purpose and progression at Veriflo.

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our growing team as Apprentice Field Technicians. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a hands‑on career in clean water operations while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

What Happens After the Apprenticeship?

We want you to stay and grow with us. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, we aim to offer all apprentices a permanent role as a Clean Water Field Technician. From there, you’ll have access to continuous development opportunities through both internal mentoring and external training programmes.

Your learning won’t stop at the end of the course. At Veriflo, we believe in investing in our people for the long term, helping you shape a rewarding career in a vital and expanding industry.

Next Steps

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment day and interview. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory DBS and drug and alcohol testing.

Key Responsibilities

This 18-month, Level 3 Diploma in Water Distribution is a blend of real-world experience and structured learning. You will spend 20% of your time in a formal training environment, supported by both internal and external training providers. The remaining 80% will be hands‑on, working out in the field alongside experienced professionals, where you will develop practical skills and apply what you've learned.

As part of this apprenticeship, you’ll get involved in major engineering and infrastructure projects, including reservoir outages and chlorination activities, which will provide you with insight into high-impact operations within the clean water sector.

Throughout the programme, you’ll gain a wide range of technical and practical skills, including:

• Analysing and assessing network performance, including water pressure, flow, and leakage
• Investigating and resolving network performance issues
• Applying procedures to reduce the risk of supply interruptions
• Maintaining water networks, equipment, and systems such as pumps and control valves
• Supervising street works and ensuring safety on‑site
• Using electronic location equipment to identify underground cables
• Applying hydraulic principles to diagnose faults within the network
• Planning and authorising network operations, including valve work
• Ensuring continuity of supply and maintaining water quality during network activities

You’ll also receive formal training and certification in:

• National Water Hygiene (EUSR)
• Signing, Lighting and Guarding (NRSWA Unit 2)
• Valve Operations
• Safety, Health and Environmental Awareness (SHEA Water)
• Confined Space Entry
• First Aid

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

The ideal candidate will:

• Be enthusiastic, hardworking, and a strong communicator
• Have a proactive mindset with a desire to learn and build a career
• Be safety‑conscious with strong attention to detail
• Be comfortable working outdoors in all weather (full uniform and PPE provided)
• Ideally possess a full UK driving licence which will be required for long‑term employment following qualification
• Hold GCSE Grade 4 (C) or above in Maths and English (or equivalent)
• Hold a Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits

At Veriflo, we believe apprenticeships are just the beginning. We are committed to your growth and success, and that starts with offering the right support and benefits:

• Enhanced sick pay to support your financial wellbeing when you need you need it most.
• Health & Lifestyle Rewards Scheme with Benenden Health (including discounts at 3500+ retailers including supermarkets, 24/7 GP service for you and your family, access to private healthcare and more)
• An additional day per year earnt after three consecutive years of employment, capped at 30 days excluding bank holidays.
• 1% above national minimum for employers contribution to your auto‑enrolment pension fun
• Stay away from home allowance if required
• Funding of relevant professional qualifications and memberships in line with our company Training and Professional Memberships Policy should this be desired or required for your role.
• Social events plus 2 x Companywide team meetings including Summer Team Building event and Christmas Party.
• Favourable refer a friend reward scheme

Veriflo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. If you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, we are happy to accommodate.

Closing Date is: Monday 1st December

Please note you will need to be able to attend the Apprentice Day scheduled for Monday 8th December and will need to have a full UK driving license, live in commutable distance and have the full permanent right to work in the UK