Apprentice Plumber

Severn Trent Plc; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in the UK is seeking passionate apprentices for their Plumbing Apprenticeship Programme. This role provides a unique opportunity to learn while earning, focusing on hands-on experience in water treatment, plumbing skills, and project management. Candidates will gain exposure to various teams and be supported in their development. A Level 2 Building Services qualification will be offered, ensuring a solid foundation for a rewarding career in water services.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Dedicated training and development

Retail offers

Family friendly policies

Two paid volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Passion for providing a vital service to customers.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Gain practical experience in various teams.
• Work on projects related to water treatment and plumbing.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Plumbing skills

Water treatment knowledge

Project management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 2 in Building Services

Job description

LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

At Severn Trent, we believe everyone deserves more. More care for the environment, more sustainable initiatives, and more support for the communities we serve. That's why we're on a mission to deliver bigger and better things, and we need passionate apprentices like you to help us achieve our goals.

Our people and culture are the heart of our success. We're proud to be in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. With nearly 10,000 dedicated colleagues, we're looking for more brilliant people who are eager to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future.

If you're excited to learn, and ready to make a real impact, we want you on our team.

LET’S TELL YOU MORE

Apprenticeship Programmes are a great way to earn and learn! Our Apprentice Plumber Programme offers the perfect blend of personal and professional development, exposing you to the core of our business.

You’ll be supported every step of the way. Your role will be to gain practical experience in a few teams developing your knowledge and understanding of Severn Trent and the processes. All of this will allow you to further develop your skills so you can communicate data effectively to a wide variety of stakeholders. Furthermore, you’ll work closely with our Water Treatment team, gaining hands‑on experience in water treatment, hygiene and plumbing. Collaborating with other teams, you’ll help deliver projects and contracts that make a positive impact on both our customers and our business.

We welcome all apprentices from diverse backgrounds, as we know diverse minds bring new ideas and a different way of thinking. We are looking for someone who wants to build their career with us and grasp new opportunities, and in return we will support you with varied experiences, training and development to provide a grounding for your future career.

HOW WILL THE PROGRAMME WORK?

You will be travelling within the Severn Trent region on a regular basis. The programme allows you to gain exposure in different areas of the department so that you are equipped with the right skills to build your career here at Severn Trent.

In this exciting programme, you will have the chance to discuss your development and career ambitions in your 1‑1 meetings with business leads, mentors, a study buddy, the cohort leader, and the New Talent Team.

As part of this apprenticeship, you will be studying towards a Level 2 Building Services qualification. You can find more information about this qualification (known as a standard) by following this link. We encourage you to read this additional information before applying.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Plumbing Skills – Learn how to install, maintain, and fix systems, building a trade that’s always in demand.
• Water Treatment & Legionella Monitoring – Discover how to keep water safe and clean, using modern techniques and technology.
• Remedial Project Management – Get involved in planning and delivering real solutions that make a difference.
• Chemical Treatment & Dosing – Understand how chemicals are used to keep water systems healthy and compliant.
• Teamwork & Communication – Work alongside experienced professionals, develop confidence, and learn how projects come together from start to finish.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We want our employees to care and to have a genuine passion for what we do as a business. We need people who want to make a difference in providing a vital service to our customers, now and for the long‑term.

If You Have The Passion To Succeed That We See In Our Graduates Every Day, You’ll Be a Great Match For Our Programme. We’d Love You To Be Someone With:

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

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Our New Talent Team will guide you and support you every step of the way. Furthermore, your line manager, mentor and graduate buddy will be there to help you in making sure you reach your full potential here at Severn Trent.

LOCATION

Anywhere within the Severn Trent region (regular travel across the Severn Trent region will be required). When not travelling around you will be based at home. There will be no pattern of working out and about and at home – it will change weekly.

DETAILS

Standard: Building Services

Link to Standard: https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0065-v1-1

Apprenticeship Level: 2

Apprenticeship Duration: 24 months (excluding EPA)

Starting Salary: £22,500

Entry Criteria: This apprenticeship standard is Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE A-C or Grades 4-?) Note: if you don't already have GCSEs in English and Maths, you will need to take functional skills as part of the apprenticeship, which is an alternative to GCSEs and achieve a Level 1 while continuing to work to a Level 2. This will need to be achieved prior to completion of your apprenticeship.

Driving Requirements: A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required before starting this role. Please note some of our sites are in remote locations and not serviced by public transport. It is your responsibility to ensure you can arrive safely at work for your start time each day, so please consider this before applying.

Working Hours: 37/40 hours per week Monday to Friday, across a 7am–3:30pm / 7am–3pm / 8am–4pm working pattern.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU

It’s not just a job you’ll get here, you’ll get a career too. We have a range of benefits that reward and recognise great work and award‑winning training to ensure you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the community in which we live.

Here are just some of our favourite perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500, which is subject to eligibility)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Retail Offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

As if that isn’t enough, you’ll receive an annual salary increase whilst you’re on programme and you’ll also get an increase when you move into your first job.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

At Severn Trent we are passionate about our people. We want to make sure that we continue to foster a more diverse, inclusive, and cohesive culture that represents the communities and customers we serve. We’re making sure we keep up the progress with our wonderful working groups – LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability and Ethnicity, who help us with our commitments. Find out more about our commitments to Diversity and Inclusion at Severn Trent.

LET’S GO

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you.

• Roles close on 16th March at Midday (12pm)
• Check your diary – face to face assessments will run from through April and May 2026
• Estimated start date – September 2026

In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their 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 therefore be able to demonstrate right to work without Severn Trent sponsorship.