Level 3 Apprentice Process Controller (Wastewater Treatment)

As a Level 3 Apprentice Process Controller (Wastewater Treatment), you’ll learn how to:

Ensure our customers' wastewater is taken care of by learning how to operate and control our wastewater treatment works Work as a team to ensure our wastewater treatment works run smoothly and comply with strict health and safety and environmental regulations Follow our site procedures and standards to ensure that all the processes that we use are working to their full potential

Training:

During your first year, you’ll spend one working week out of every month, learning new theory and skills at our technical training centre in Bolton. If you’re from outside of the area, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided for 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 during training. Times to be confirmed. Once you’ve completed your apprenticeship, you’ll be asked to join part of a formal standby rota, which may require you to do some out of hours work.

Skills:
Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working


  • Location: Leigh Wastewater Treatment Works Hope Carr Lane Leigh WN7 3XB
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
  • Posted: 29-Jan-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk