Treatment Apprentice; Wastewater

Location - Diss including Leiston, Wickham Market, Southwold

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.

Workingin the Waster water(Sewage) teams, this is the chance to startyourcareer with Anglian Water asaTreatment Technician Apprentice !

You’llsplit your time between college and hands-on learning at our sites, helping the water recycling process that collects wastewater, treats and cleans it, before returning it safely to our rivers and seas, to safeguard, protect and improve the environment.

We arevery proudof our apprentices here at Anglian Water. Over
87% of our apprentices are still working here at Anglianafter 10 years.

Check out our career site to hear more about opportunities and hear from our current apprentices

Operational Apprenticeships - Anglian Water Careers

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.

• Testing effluent
• Working alongside our scientists.
• Carrying out vital processes including screening,settlementand biological treatment
• Support fault diagnosis and keep equipment running efficiently
• Work alongside experienced technicians and follow health & safety rules
• Take ownership of your development and contribute to team success

• English andMaths
  
  GCSE’s(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
• 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

If you do not currently hold a full UK driving licence,you’llneed to obtain one by the end of year two of theprogramme, or if thisisn’tpossible due to your age, within one year of your 17th birthday.

• Mentor and full support network
• Paid holidays, private healthcare, pension,gymand retail discounts
• Work towards
  
  Nationally Recognised Qualificationswithout  incurring student debt

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

Applications close:Friday 30th January

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’llbe invited to an in-person final stage assessmentcentrelocally