Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Instrumentation (Water)

As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Instrumentation (Water), you’ll learn how to:

Install, repair and maintain our process instrumentation, control and automation systems, ensuring our water assets are available and are working correctly and helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers 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 routine maintenance, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards  Schedule maintenance activity and how to organise your workload effectively

Training:

Water Industry Asset Maintenance Technician Level 3.

During your first year, you’ll spend 3-days per week over a 8-month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre.  If you do not live near, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period, excluding weekends.



Training Outcome:

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).



Employer Description:

United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. 



Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, working hours TBC

Skills:
Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working


  • Location: Carlisle Wastewater Treatment Works Willow Holme Road, Willowholme Industrial Estate, Willowholme Carlisle CA2 5SH
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
  • Posted: 29-Jan-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk