Pumps & Drainage Level 3 Apprenticeship

Future of London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport organization in London is seeking a Pumps & Drainage Apprentice to support the maintenance of critical assets across its network. The ideal candidate will assist in planned maintenance, fault finding, and learn about essential mechanical and electrical systems. This hands-on role offers an exciting opportunity to develop skills while gaining a Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician qualification. Apprenticeship duration is approximately four years, and applicants must meet specific entry requirements. Competitive benefits include free travel and additional perks.

Benefits

Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee

Discounted National Rail and Eurostar travel

Defined pension contribution scheme

Minimum 29 days annual leave

Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English required.
• 18 years of age by September 7, 2026.
• Comfortable working in operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planned maintenance of pumping assets.
• Learn about pumping systems and their operations.
• Conduct basic fault finding and repairs.

Skills

Problem solving

Hands-on engineering

Teamwork

Education

Minimum 2 GCSE's Grade A*-C including Maths and English Language

Tools

Mechanical equipment

Electrical systems

Job description

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Location: Multiple locations, TfL Corporate

Company: TfL, GLA or OPDC

Please note: This role may close soon depending on the level of interest so don’t miss out!

Thank you for your interest in applying for this role.

We’d like to remind you thatyou must ensure you are eligible for this scheme before applying. Please read through the eligibility criteria below carefully and ensure that you are eligible before applying.

This application will also contain a series of questions to establish whether or not you are eligible. It is important that youtake great carein reading and answering these questions aswe will not be able to revert your application if an error is made.

Please Note: We only allow one application for any of our Apprenticeship schemes per year. Any subsequent applications will be withdrawn.

What we offer

• Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household
• DiscountedNationalRail and Eurostar travel
• Defined pension contribution scheme
• Minimum 29daysannualleave (prorata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays.
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
• Retail, health,leisureand travel offers & many more

Duration

Approximately4 years

Location

London

Entry requirements

A minimum of 2 GCSE’s Grade A* - C or Grade 4 and above, including Maths and English Language (or equivalents)

You are not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards a qualification at the same or higher level in a related subject or have already studied content from the qualification for this scheme.

Please note that you willbe requiredto provide original certificates and/or predicted grades as proof for your eligibility checks.

You must be 18 years of age by7 th September 2026to apply for this apprenticeship.

Please be advised that shouldyou be successful in getting an offer for this scheme, your offer will be subject to a satisfactory medical which may include but is not limitedto:drugs and alcohol screening, eyetestand hearing test.

Proposed start date

7 th September 202 6

What Qualifications will I gain?

Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician

Job overview

Our Pump Engineers play a vital role inmaintainingand upgrading critical pumping and drainage assets across the network. These systems protect stations, tunnels, lift pits, escalator machineroomsand other key infrastructure from flooding, helping to ensure the safe operation of the railway for passengers and staff.

Sustainability

Sustainabilityis intrinsic to TfL’s work ethos, and we ensure that weoperatein a sustainable way to protect and regenerate the natural world.

What will I be doing?

As a Pumps & Drainage Apprentice, you will support the team in keeping these assets reliable,compliantand operational.

Your work will involveassistingwith planned maintenance, inspections, basic fault finding, repairs and asset checks, while learning how pumping systemsoperateand how they aremonitoredand controlled.

You will develop an understanding of both mechanical and electrical equipment, including pump installations, control panels, alarms,sensorsand telemetry/SCADA systems. You will be exposed to both legacy and modern technologies, building the skills needed to help improve reliability, reduce unplannedfailuresand support continuous improvement across the network.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on engineering, problem solving, teamwork and working safely in operational environments.

Where can this career take me?

Over the course of your apprenticeship, you will gain the foundationrequiredto progress into a competent Pump Engineer role and support the long-term resilience of the network.

This standard aligns with the following professional recognition:

Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) for Engineering Technician (EngTech)

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) for Engineering Technician (EngTech)

What training and support will you get?

This apprenticeship is packed with exciting opportunities to develop your skills and gain industry-recognized qualifications while working on one of the most iconic transport networks in the world.

You’llhave an Apprenticeship Development Manager who will act as your line manager andbe responsible forensuring that the design and delivery of the apprenticeship is fit for purpose. They will help secure the right placements for you and support you in your professional development.You’llalso have a mentorthat’llsupport and guide you sharing their knowledge andexpertise.

We also have an established Graduate and Apprentice Committee as well as an Alumni group, these groups are powerful networks in developing your understanding of the organisation, different apprenticeshipschemesand opportunities to develop your career. Many current graduates and apprentices believe this to be a powerful supportnetworkand they often hold apprentice only events that arevery beneficialto your continued learning.

What do we look for?

Our core values are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are:

Caring about our colleagues, our customers and our work

Open to each other, to new ideas and to working together

Adaptable to diverse needs and willing to innovate

Application Process

Our application system requires all applicants to upload a CV. Although CVs are not reviewed during the shortlisting process, we do use them to confirm that applicants meet the required grade eligibility criteria. You are welcome to upload a basic CV however, please ensure that the section detailing your qualifications is accurate and up to date. Please note we do not read cover letters.

The application process consists of 5 steps, including online assessments which will need to be completed within an allocated time frame. We highly recommend that you read through this document thoroughly so that you can familiarise yourself with the process.

You will receive information and guidance around each assessment stage as you progress through your application.

Please pay close attention to emails and deadlines provided noting you have 1 week to complete online assessments and we cannot re-issue these tests once the deadline passes.

Assessment centres for apprentice roles will take place from March - May 2026, please note that many roles only have 1 assessment day and we are unable to guarantee alternative dates. We are conducting assessment centres in-person and virtually (role dependent).

Our city. Made better by you.

TfL is a placethat’sopen to your ideas. Where you can make a tangible impact and see the positive results of your work on the people and places around you.It’sa place where you can thrive and achieve. Whereyou’reencouraged and enabledand empowered to feel pride in the work you do. The clue is in the name, really. We work together for a better London. Abetter place for everyone. Constantly improving and enhancing how weoperateto shape a city of the future.

Inclusive Recruitment Process

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We want torepresentthe city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meetsall ofthe essential criteria.

In High Volume campaigns including Graduate,Apprenticeand Intern recruitment theminimumcriteria we set is achieving a pass mark in our first stage assessments, adopting a proportionate approach as part of the Disability Confident scheme.

Please let us know if yourequireany reasonable adjustments for any stages of the application process.

Contact us

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