Level 4 Project Engineer Apprentice – Hands-On Delivery

Thames Water; Swindon; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water and wastewater provider is seeking a Project Engineer to kick-start your career. In this role, you'll support the delivery of various projects worth up to £5m while learning from experienced professionals. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, drafting critical project documentation, and collaborating with delivery partners. This permanent position includes a structured 42-month training program with the University of Built Environment and offers an excellent starting salary of £22,500 along with generous benefits.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 24 days holiday per year increasing to 28

Performance-related pay plan

Generous Pension Scheme

Access to health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Driver with own vehicle and business use car insurance required.
• Passionate about learning and aligned with Thames Water’s goals.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of mechanical, electrical, civil, control, and instrumentation projects.
• Work with operations and contractors to scope and specify solutions.
• Promote health & safety and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with partners to keep projects on time.
• Draft and review project documentation.

Skills

GCSE Maths and English (grade 9-4 / A-C)

64 UCAS points from acceptable level 3 qualifications

Education

Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor Standard

Job description

A leading water and wastewater provider is seeking a Project Engineer to kick-start your career. In this role, you'll support the delivery of various projects worth up to £5m while learning from experienced professionals. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, drafting critical project documentation, and collaborating with delivery partners. This permanent position includes a structured 42-month training program with the University of Built Environment and offers an excellent starting salary of £22,500 along with generous benefits.