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Apprentice Waste Network Engineer RPS Group

We have a number of vacancies for Level 2 Water Network Operative Apprenticeships based in Basingstoke, Cardiff or Warrington. The job involves working under the supervision of a Trained Waste Network Engineer to provide a waste cleaning service to Customers. Training will be 12-18 months Full Training provided on the job

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 29 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £20,592.00

    Year 1 £20,592pa (RLW) £500 retention bonus on completion of year 1 Year 2 £22,000pa £1,000 retention bonus (£500 6 months £500 12 months) Year 3 – fully qualified £24,000pa

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 08:00 until 16:30 with 30 minute break.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    31 Oct 2022

  • Date posted

    26 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000081790

  • Positions

    6 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Under the supervision of a Trained Waste Network Engineer to provide a waste cleaning service to Customers
  • Trained on using all acoustic leakage detection methods
  • Trained on Street works – how to set up a safe street traffic system whilst working on a manholes

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Water Network Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
  • On and Off the Job Training at RPS locations
  • Block release timetable to be confirmed - usually 2-4 days per month

 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Potential to be offered a permanent role as a Waste Network Engineer on £18500 pa plus overtime
  • Potential to be promoted to work as a Technical Specialist – in the field where their technical prowess in the field will be relied on by other Field Engineers
  • Potential to be promoted to a Supervisor/Field Manager – supervising a number of Field Engineers
  • Potential to be promoted to an Ops Manager that will supervise a number of Field Managers
  • Potential to be promoted to a Regional Manager to run a fully operational depot

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Willingness to learn, Over 18 (Commercial Vehicles), Full UK Driving Licence

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English & Maths (Grade C or 4-9) Desired

Things to consider

This is a physical/manual role where the candidate is expected to be able to lift heavy objects i.e manhole covers and exposure to waste water/sewage, and will be provided with the correct training and equipment to do so.

About the employer

RPS is a leading global professional services firm that defines, designs and manages projects across 6 sectors: property, energy, water, transport, resources and government

Employer

RPS Group

Address

Telford House

Birchwood Park, Birchwood

Birchwood Park, Birchwood

WA3 6YF

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Training

Training provider

WATERTRAIN LIMITED

Contact

Elaine Widdop-Hames

elaine.widdop-hames@rpsgroup.com

Apprenticeship standard

Water network operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

All applications considered. Have your CV ready and apply through our online through our website.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 29 Oct 2022