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Crossness - Abbey Wood, South East London - SE2 9AQ

Job title: Warehouse Operative Level 2 Apprentice | Ref 43728
Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location: Crossness - Abbey Wood, South East London - SE2 9AQ
Contract type: Permanent
Full/Part-time: Apprentice
Hours: 38 per week
Salary: £22,500 per annum
Job grade: A
Closing date: 27/02/2026

Ready to kick-start your warehousing career?

Join Thames Water as a Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprentice and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment while working towards a Level 2 qualification, building practical skills that support essential services and a long-term career in logistics.

• Play a key role in warehouse operations, from unloading and storing goods to picking and preparing orders for shipment.
• Work closely with teams in both small hubs and fast-paced warehouses to keep operations running smoothly.
• Handle, pick, and pack materials safely and accurately to ensure perfect delivery.
• Gain insight into Thames Water’s end-to-end supply chain, including warehouse systems, suppliers, and transport operations.

Location: Crossness (South London) SE2 9AQ

Hours: 38 hours a week across four working days plus one off-the-job training day

You’ll train with TRS Training Limited, receiving monthly workplace visits from a trainer-assessor and ongoing off-site support to develop your skills and track your progress.

Qualification achieved: Supply chain warehouse operative Level 2 standard.

Duration: Permanent contract with a 12-15 month structured programme.

• Level 1 English and Maths (Functional Skills) or GCSE grade 1–3 (D–G) or above.
• Full UK clean driving license.
• Basic IT skills.

• Excellent salary: £22,500 per annum
• Annual Leave: 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Work towards completing Level 2 English and Maths during the programme
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Access to benefits to support health, wellbeing, and finances (e.g., health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work, vouchers, life assurance)

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving more than 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for our customers, communities, people, and the planet.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work where you can make a difference. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know—we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.