Apprentice ICA Technician

Dwr Cymru; Chester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is seeking an Apprentice ICA Technician in Chester. In this role, you will provide Instrumentation, Control, and Automation support for treatment works, learn through practical experience, and gain qualifications in engineering techniques. The company offers a supportive environment with a commitment to diversity, along with a competitive salary and a range of unique employee benefits, including pension contributions and fitness discounts.

Benefits

Variable pay schemes

33 days annual leave

Enhanced employer pension contributions

Gym and fitness discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of Grade B in GCSE Maths and Grade C in English and Science.
• Working towards a driving licence.
• No previous experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Instrumentation, Control and Automation support for treatment works.
• Carry out planned maintenance of ICA plants.
• Respond to breakdowns on ICA plant and carry out repairs.

Skills

Instrumentation knowledge

Control systems understanding

Maintenance skills

Problem-solving

Education

Grade B in GCSE Maths

Grade C in English

Grade C in Science

Job description

City: Chester

Address: Chester, Wales, GB, CH4 0DA

Job Requisition Number 8356

Work Type Permanent

Job Function Operational

Salary Range £25,949

Base Bretton

Closing date 1st March 2026

Our apprenticeships and traineeships are about bringing Wales to life by opening doors to opportunity. We believe talent comes from everywhere, which is why we welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences and walks of life. You’ll gain real, hands-on experience, develop practical skills and work towards recognised qualifications, all while contributing to services that make a real difference to communities across Wales. With the support of experienced colleagues and a culture that values fairness, respect and inclusion, you’ll be encouraged to be yourself, learn at your pace and build a career with purpose.

We’re committed to creating opportunities where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to succeed — whatever their background.

What you’ll be responsible for

A key element of this role as an Apprentice ICA Technician, you will be providing Instrumentation, Control and Automation support and expertise for the treatment works and associated assets and ensuring compliance.

As part of your development, there will be a mixture of practical and theory-based learning. As well as this, you will receive role specific technical training in line with your academic studies.

Your college / training provider will be Bridgend College (Travel will be likely if role is based elsewhere. If it is the case that we deem the college not a realistic daily commute, accommodation will be provided).

What you’ll be learning:

• To carry out planned maintenance of ICA plants, and make decisions on both tasks and frequencies in order to strike a balance between regular checks and number of breakdowns.
• To respond to breakdowns on a very wide variety of ICA plant, assess problems, decide on action, acquire spares and carry out repairs as necessary.
• Recommend design changes if necessary, to ensure that plant continues to function efficiently and effectively in order to maintain levels of service.

Who you’ll work with

About you

A minimum of Grade B in GCSE Maths and Grade C in English and Science (or equivalent) is required and also working towards a driving licence if you haven’t already got one.

Good to know

College / Training provider: Bridgend College
Length of Apprenticeship: 4 years
Qualification: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Techniques and PEO modules and HNC in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Salary: All of our apprenticeship programmes will start on XXX

As well as a market competitive salary, 33 days annual leave (pro rata, including public holidays), we offer a range of employee benefits and rewards including:

• Variable pay schemes (your salary band will remain the same, but performance depending, you could receive an incremental within-band increase and a yearly incentive)
• Option to buy additional annual leave up to 5 days per year
• Enhanced employer pension contributions – Up to 11% employer contributions
• Free Mortgage Brokering Services
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Progression opportunities, including the ability to apply for funded training and coaching and mentoring programmes
• Gym and fitness discounts as well as high street shopping
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discount off all Welsh Water visitor attraction centres and gift shops
• Car-leasing scheme and free on-site parking at all sites
• Health CashBack scheme and access to an online GP service
• An employee assistance programme for employees and their immediate family
• Many more can be found on our website.

Due to the nature of the industry, we require satisfactory references, post offer medical clearance, and a criminal records Basic Disclosure check on all new employees joining the business. For some roles there may be additional checks and security clearance required, and this offer is subject to all checks being satisfied. You will receive further information on how to complete these checks via email once you have accepted this offer.

Dŵr Cymru Cyf, a limited company registered in Wales No. 2366777. Registered office: Linea, Fortran Road, St. Mellons, Cardiff CF3 0LT

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