Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer – Mechanical (Wastewater)
United Utilities
Apprenticeship summary
Are you ready to live your future? Do you want to be part of building a greener, healthier, and stronger North West? Come and join us! We’ll provide you with industry-leading skills and the experience you need to succeed in your chosen field.
Closing date: February 23, 2026
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As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer – Mechanical (Wastewater), you’ll learn how to:
- Ensure our mechanical assets and equipment are always running up to standard on our wastewater treatment works
- Work as part of a dedicated team focused 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 organise your workload effectively
During your first year, you’ll spend 3 days per week over an 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.
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
United Utilities
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.
Training
UNITED UTILITIES WATER LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard:Water industry asset maintenance technician (level 3)
