Drinking Water Process Technician Apprentice (Clean Water)

Anglian Water; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility provider is seeking a Process Technician Apprentice in Colchester. This hands-on role will involve operational tasks at clean water treatment sites and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have a Maths GCSE or Level 2 Functional Skills and a manual driving license. The company offers paid holidays, healthcare, pension, and the opportunity to work towards recognized qualifications without student debt. Applications close on January 23, 2026.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Private healthcare

Pension

Gym and retail discounts

Qualifications

• Predicted grades accepted for Maths GCSE.
• Interest in the water industry and protecting the environment is essential.
• Willingness to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Operational running of clean water treatment sites.
• Maintain equipment for treating drinking water.
• Visit sites, check operations and fix problems.

Skills

Maths GCSE (grades 9-4/A*-C)

Full UK Manual Driving Licence

Good communication skills

Team mindset

Education

Level 2 Functional Skills

Job description

Location - Colchester, Essex
Start date - June 2026
Starting Salary: £18,000 (increasing to £23,500 in your second year!)
Right to Work in the UK: To be considered for this role you must currently have right to work in the UK.

Working in the Water Supply (Drinking Water) teams, this is the chance to restart your career with Anglian Water as a Process Technician Apprentice! Join our Water Services team and train to become a fully qualified Process Technician. You'll play a key role to help make sure water is clean, safe, and reliable for our customers and communities. You'll learn how to run and look after the equipment and systems that treat our clean water, so it's safe to drink, visit sites, spotting and fixing problems, and making sure everything is working as efficiently as possible. You'll split your time between college and hands‑on learning at our sites, helping to keep clean drinking water flowing to homes and businesses in your local community.

This is a hands‑on practical role working outside in a variety of weather; the work is varied, rewarding and at times challenging, but no two days are the same! Once qualified, you'll join a 24/7 standby rota because your role is vital.

We are very proud of our apprentices here at Anglian Water, over 87% of our apprentices are still working here at Anglian after 10 years. Check out our career site to hear more about opportunities and hear from our current apprentices Operational Apprenticeships - Anglian Water Careers

What you'll do:

• Day‑to‑day operational running of clean water treatment sites.
• Learn how to run and maintain the equipment and systems that treat drinking water.
• Visit different sites to check operations, spot and fix problems, and keep everything running efficiently.
• Work alongside experienced technicians and follow health & safety rules.
• Take ownership of your development and contribute to team success.

What we’re looking for:

• Maths GCSE (grades 9‑4/A*‑C), we can also accept Level 2 Functional Skills - predicted grades will be accepted if you have not yet completed your exams.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence.
• Genuine interest in the water industry and protecting the environment.
• Good communication skills and a team mindset.
• Willingness to work outdoors and learn new things.

What’s in it for you:

• Mentor and full support network.
• Paid holidays, private healthcare, pension, gym and retail discounts.
• Work towards Nationally recognised qualifications without incurring student debt.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds‑bring your passion, curiosity, and your true self!

Applications close:

Friday 23rd January 2026

Next Steps:

Submit your CV and answer five screening questions to share more about you and your motivations for applying. If successful, you may be selected to a site tour/meet the team at a local site to gain an understanding of the role. If shortlisted, you'll be invited to an in‑person final stage assessment centre locally in Basildon on 26th February 2026.