Apprentice Water Network Operative

We will develop your practical, technical and soft-skills, with Health & Safety at the heart of everything you do. On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will gain a Water Network Operative Level 2 qualification and a permanent, long-term career with M Group Water!

You’ll learn to undertake Repair and Maintenance (R&M) tasks on the existing Water network. We’ll teach you to installing water services and ancillary structures, you will prepare for and install water mains or services using a variety of jointing techniques. You’ll learn how to interpret utility plans and adhere to safety procedures. You’ll need to work to deadlines and ensure tasks are complete within programme. You’ll be taught to understand and complete method statements and risk assessment. We’ll show you how to identify any key risks and hazards, and how to report any near misses in line with our health & safety policies and procedures. Safety is our licence to operate! You’ll champion health and safety standards to ensure a safe working environment.

Training:

You’ll undergo block release training at 3t Training Services based in Urmston, Manchester. Here you will acquire the basic knowledge, skills and competence to enable you to work productively within the water industry. Accommodation (Monday-Friday) will be covered during block release weeks. Other expenses are reimbursed in line with our policy.



Training Outcome:

Our apprentices can progress into a variety of different pathways following this apprenticeship. The standard route would be Operative - Team Leader - Supervisor - Project Manager etc.



Employer Description:
We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. We’re one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. We’re responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet We’re open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations We’re together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts We’re ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for life Whether you’re a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development. It’s an exceptional time to be a part of M Group.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Overtime, weekends, and out-of-hours standby cover will be required as your programme progresses.

Skills:
Communication skills,Physical fitness,driving license


  • Location: M Group Water C O Thames Water White Waltham SL6 3JE
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: UTILITY & CONSTRUCTION TRAINING LIMITED
  • Posted: 04-Jun-2025
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk