Apprentice Network Asset Engineer - Mechanical

As an Apprentice Network Asset Engineer (Mechanical), you’ll ensure that our assets are available and are working correctly, helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers and learn how to:

Spot mechanical faults on our wastewater assets, as well as what goes into refurbishing and replacing our equipment across our wastewater network, and pumping stations Work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our plants continue to operate at maximum efficiency Work with a wide range of equipment, be able to identify any faults and carry out maintenance and repairs, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards Schedule maintenance activity and organise your workload effectively

Training:

Your apprenticeship will last 48 months, and successful apprentices will achieve a Utilities Engineering Technician, Level: 3 standard, endorsed by the Institute for Apprenticeships.

Training Outcome:

Secure your future - every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme (as long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme).

It’s a springboard to your career - we provide you with structured training, a dedicated mentor and quality placements to help you shape your career

Inspire the next generation - you’ll have the opportunity to represent United Utilities at key events across the region to engage with young people to bring careers in the water industry to life.

Employer Description:
United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. Our purpose is to provide great water and more for the North West. We deliver 1.8 billion litres of water a day to more than 3 million homes and businesses in the North West, as well as treating all the wastewater which disappears around the U-bend. Keeping the region flowing relies on a vast behind the scenes operation, involving hundreds of reservoirs, treatment works and pumping stations; thousands of kilometres of water pipes and sewers and a 5,000 strong workforce.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday (may involve some shift work out of normal hours).

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative