Water Design Apprentice — Start Your Infrastructure Career

Infrastructure Gateway Ltd; Kettering; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Infrastructure Gateway Ltd in Kettering is seeking an Apprentice Design Technician (Water) to support water design and infrastructure projects. You will work closely with experienced colleagues, preparing drawings and reports while learning company processes.

The role emphasizes timely delivery, quality, and collaboration with Technical Coordinators and water networks. You will gain hands-on experience and develop your technical knowledge in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Proactive in identifying issues and escalating them.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team while taking initiative.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (MS Office).
• Basic understanding of water networks is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing water design drawings, Synergy reports and engineering documents for projects.
• Ensure design packs are delivered on time with high quality.
• Liaise with Technical Coordinators and third‑party network owners for design approvals.
• Attend weekly Technical Coordinator meetings and provide administrative input.
• Follow WIRS and NAVS procedures.
• Keep Water companies’ information up to date.
• Update calendars in real time.
• Perform other duties as required by the role.

Skills

AutoCAD

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Infrastructure Gateway Ltd in Kettering is seeking an Apprentice Design Technician (Water) to support water design and infrastructure projects. You will work closely with experienced colleagues, preparing drawings and reports while learning company processes.

The role emphasizes timely delivery, quality, and collaboration with Technical Coordinators and water networks. You will gain hands-on experience and develop your technical knowledge in a supportive environment.