Apprentice Plumber

Apprentice Plumber – Severn Trent

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At Severn Trent, we believe everyone deserves more. We care for the environment, support sustainable initiatives, and strengthen the communities we serve. We’re proud to be in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement and a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor.

The Apprentice Plumber Programme blends personal and professional development. You’ll gain practical experience across multiple teams, grow your knowledge of Severn Trent processes, and work closely with the Water Treatment team to deliver projects that benefit customers and our business.

As part of the apprenticeship you will study towards a Level 2 Building Services qualification and complete 24 months (excluding EPA). The programme includes regular travel within the Severn Trent region, 1‑1 meetings with mentors, a study buddy, and the New Talent Team.

• Plumbing Skills – install, maintain, and fix systems.
• .cuda & Board Monitoring – keep water safe and clean.
• Teamwork & Communication – develop confidence and learn how projects come together.

• A ‘can do’ attitude – willing to get stuck in and take accountability for decisions.
• Adaptability to a dynamic, fast‑paced working environment.
• An open mind, constantly wanting to learn and develop.
• Excellent communication’association collaboration skills and enjoy working as part of a team.
• Drive to produce high‑quality work and meet targets.

You will support the programme every step of the way, gaining hands‑on experience, working with diverse teams, and contributing to projects and contracts that positively impact customers and ganancias.

Anywhere within the Severn Trent region. Regular travel is required; you will be based at home on some weeks, with a changing schedule weekly.

• Level: 2 (equivalent to GCSE A‑C).
• Duration: 24 months (excluding EPA).
• Starting salary: £22,500.
• Standard:
  Building Services.
• Link to standard: https://sk
• Driving requirements: full UK licence and own vehicle before starting.
• Hours:
  
  37/40 per week, Monday‑Friday, various patterns.
• Entry criteria:
  Functional skills in English and maths if GCSEs not already held.
• Estimated start date:
  September 2026.

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (buy/sell up to 5 days per year).
• Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500 (subject to eligibility).
• Leading pension scheme – double contribution (up to 15%).
• Sharesave – discounted share purchase.
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy.
• Retail offers.
• Family friendly policies.
• Two paid volunteering days per year.

We aim to foster a diverse, inclusive, and cohesive culture that mirrors the communities we serve. We support working groups such as LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability, and Ethnicity.

• Roles close on 16th March (12pm).
• Face‑to‑face assessments scheduled during April and May 2026.
• Estimated start date:
  September 2026.

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In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. We have assessed this programme and do not consider that we would be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route as the role does not meet the relevant Home Office criteria; the successful candidate must be able therefore to demonstrate right to work without Severn Trent sponsorship.