Level 6 Laboratory Scientist Apprentice
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
Degree
As an Apprentice Laboratory Scientist, you’ll learn:
- Key scientific skills and how to ensure that the water that comes out of the tap is of the highest quality. Therefore, ensuring our water is of the quality our customers have learnt to expect
- How to work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our water quality stays at the highest level
- How to work with a wide range of equipment and systems, as well as follow the company’s rigorous health and safety standards
Scientist Level 6.
Your training will be at your workplace and block release at Manchester Metropolitan University.
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
MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Apprenticeship standard:Scientist (level 6)
