LGV Class One Apprentice Level 2

THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED

Basingstoke, Oxford

Closes in 9 days (Thursday 7 May 2026)

Posted on 28 April 2026

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Summary

At Thames Water, we’re offering an exciting opportunity to train as a Class One LGV Driver through our fully supported apprenticeship programme. This is more than just a job, it’s a career that supports essential services and protects the environment.

You must hold a valid UK driving license and be18 years old by September.

• Wage:

  £22,500 a year

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  following completion of your apprenticeship you will offboard on a starting salary of £38,126 to £47,674 per annum depending on your shift pattern.

• Training course: Large goods vehicle (LGV) driver C + E (level 2)
• Hours: Working Hours: 38 hours per week, Monday-Friday (start time 9:00am when onsite; finishing times to be confirmed, hours may vary during training or college attendance).

  38 hours a week

• Start date:

  Tuesday 1 September 2026

• Duration:

  1 year 2 months

• Positions available:

  4

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Typical duties will include:

• Shadowing drivers to learn routes and the sites we attend.
• Driving with inter-site teams to move sludge between sewage treatment works.
• Driving with the cake teams to deliver material to farmers for spreading on fields. (further clarity on cake teams for someone who isn’t familiar with LGV industry).
• Driving with combi teams to clear out wet wells and prevent blockages.
• Managing vehicle movements and collections, including welfare units, tankers, Hiabs, cars, and 4x4s.
• Assisting with general vehicle maintenance to keep Thames
• Water’s fleet clean, fueled, charged, and ready to assist at any moment.

Please note- If you already hold a Class One license, you’re not eligible for this apprenticeship.

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

• Whitmarsh Lane, Chineham, Basingstoke, RG24 8LL
• Sewage Works, Sandford-On-Thames, Oxford, OX4 4XU

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

TRS TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Large goods vehicle (LGV) driver C + E (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Drive safely and efficiently on public and private roads, and manoeuvre the vehicle in restricted spaces; safely use and position vehicle fitted equipment (eg mobile cranes)
• Proficiently control the vehicle taking into account the size and type of vehicle and trailer
• Use relevant equipment and machinery safely and efficiently to ensure the safe handling of customer goods, safely open and restrain trailer and vehicle body doors.
• Carry out delivery and other relevant activities in a safe and efficient manner complying with relevant systems and processes, following instructions and organisational policy
• Prepare the vehicle and the load for deliveries, including safely using and positioning vehicle fitted equipment; carry out vehicle safety checks and deal with or report any defects or maintenance issues to the appropriate person; complete daily walk round check sheets
• Ensure the vehicle is correctly loaded and is safely secured to minimize chances of damage or load shifting
• Ensure techniques are used to protect the vehicle and load from theft and damage.
• Effectively plan the most economical route to be used, minimising waste and loss; plan, prioritise and adapt accordingly when situations arise out of the normal routine
• Use relevant IT systems appropriately and in line with organisational requirements.
• Fully comply with appropriate legislation and regulation within the transport industry
• Work safely adhering to the health, safety guidelines e.g. manual handling
• Use Appropriate methods to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues in line with organisational standards
• Work independently using own initiative.
• Work closely with suppliers and customers to ensure any problems, damages or anomalies are corrected.
• Work as part of a team, showing an ability to work under pressure and to agreed deadlines.
• Support colleagues and contribute to achieving objectives or goals.
• Use and connect to the correct type of trailer and its operating systems
• Drive safely and efficiently on public and private roads, and manoeuvre the vehicle in restricted spaces; safely use and position vehicle fitted equipment (eg mobile cranes)
• Proficiently control the vehicle taking into account the size and type of vehicle and trailer
• Use relevant equipment and machinery safely and efficiently to ensure the safe handling of customer goods, safely open and restrain trailer and vehicle body doors.
• Carry out delivery and other relevant activities in a safe and efficient manner complying with relevant systems and processes, following instructions and organisational policy
• Prepare the vehicle and the load for deliveries, including safely using and positioning vehicle fitted equipment; carry out vehicle safety checks and deal with or report any defects or maintenance issues to the appropriate person; complete daily walk round check sheets
• Ensure the vehicle is correctly loaded and is safely secured to minimize chances of damage or load shifting
• Ensure techniques are used to protect the vehicle and load from theft and damage.
• Effectively plan the most economical route to be used, minimising waste and loss; plan, prioritise and adapt accordingly when situations arise out of the normal routine
• Use relevant IT systems appropriately and in line with organisational requirements.
• Fully comply with appropriate legislation and regulation within the transport industry
• Work safely adhering to the health, safety guidelines e.g. manual handling
• Use Appropriate methods to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues in line with organisational standards
• Work independently using own initiative.
• Work closely with suppliers and customers to ensure any problems, damages or anomalies are corrected.
• Work as part of a team, showing an ability to work under pressure and to agreed deadlines.
• Use and connect to the correct type of trailer and its operating systems

Training schedule

• A fully embedded induction programme delivered by Thames Water and TRS Training.
• On-the-job training provided by the employer.
• Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will provide regular training to develop your knowledge and skills.
• Access to online learning and an e-portfolio to gather evidence demonstrating your progress, which will support your end-point assessment.
• Programme duration: 12 months, plus an end-point assessment lasting 3-6 months.

More training information

• Initial location: Basingstoke Sewage Treatment Works (STW) for the first 12 months.
• Working hours: 38 hours per week (start time 9:00am when onsite; hours may vary during training or college attendance).
• Training provider: TRS Training.
• Qualifications obtained: Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC) and Class C+E license.
• Requirements: You must hold a valid UK driving license and be at least 18 years old to complete the apprenticeship programme.

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working

About this employer

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

https://careers.thameswater.co.uk/our-roles/early-careers/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances.

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Competitive starting salary of £21,500 per annum. Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you will offboard into a permanent role with a starting salary ranging from £31,775 to £49,598 per annum, depending on your shift pattern.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TRS TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000028789.

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Closes in 9 days (Thursday 7 May 2026)

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