Level 4 Gas to Grid Service Engineer Apprentice

United Utilities

Manchester (M17 8DD)

Closes in 7 days (Monday 23 February 2026)

Posted on 30 January 2026

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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.

Wage

£20,000 a year

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Reward and benefits – There are lots of perks, including a starting salary of £20,000, which will increase each year based on performance 

Training course
Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
Hours
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

37 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 2 September 2026

Duration

4 years

Positions available

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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

As a Level 4 Gas to Grid Service Engineer Apprentice, you’ll learn how to:

  • Operate, maintain, and improve the gas to grid and energy generation equipment - including CHP engines, flare stacks, siloxane removal plants, carbon vessels, and all related systems - to make sure the assets run safely and meet the company’s targets for availability, quality, and performance
  • Help monitor and operate energy generation equipment, spotting any changes in performance through control systems and site checks
  • Support with basic maintenance and repairs, including fault finding and helping keep equipment running safely and efficiently
  • Assist experienced technicians and engineers, learning how to work with National Grid, contractors, and onsite teams to keep operations smooth and compliant
  • Take part in collecting data and samples, helping with performance checks, reporting, and supporting regulatory requirements
  • Get involved in improvements and new projects, such as commissioning new equipment, learning best practice, and helping identify ways to optimise how the site runs

Where you'll work

Davyhulme Wastewater Treatment Works
Trafford Way
Urmston
Manchester
M17 8DD

Training

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

Training provider

THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

Training course

Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing related data and information (such as workplans or project plans, schedules,  drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions.
  • Use project management tools, such as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
  • Use problem solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
  • Analyse and interpret data and information in order to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis and test data.
  • Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience such as, formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media and incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
  • Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
  • Use lean tools and techniques, such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, Workplace organisation such as 5S's (sort, set in order, shine, standardise and sustain), Kaizen and Poka-Yoke (Error proofing).
  • Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, authorisation.
  • Use financial planning, recording and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
  • Use computer based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), Data Analytics and Databases.
  • Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing related data and information (such as workplans or project plans, schedules,  drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions.
  • Use project management tools, such as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
  • Use problem solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
  • Analyse and interpret data and information in order to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis and test data.
  • Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience such as, formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media and incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
  • Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
  • Use lean tools and techniques, such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, Workplace organisation such as 5S's (sort, set in order, shine, standardise and sustain), Kaizen and Poka-Yoke (Error proofing).
  • Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, authorisation.
  • Use financial planning, recording and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
  • Use computer based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), Data Analytics and Databases.

Training schedule

Your apprenticeship will last 48 months, and successful apprentices will achieve a level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician standard, endorsed by the Institute for Apprenticeships. 

There will be blended learning consisting of independent study and in person classes with staff support. If you’re not local to your place of study, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period (excluding weekends). Please consider travel requirements and staying away from home if applicable.

More training information

As part of your induction, you will attend a five-day residential trip to the Lake District. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a beautiful setting with your fellow apprentices. Accommodation and boarding will be provided.

During your apprenticeship, you may need to travel to your place of study. If you’re not local to your place of study, accommodation will either be provided or reimbursed by United Utilities during this period (excluding weekends).

Please consider travel requirements and staying away from home if applicable.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • 5 GCSE's minimum or equivalent (grade A-C or 9-4)
  • Maths, English and a Science or Technology subject (grade A-C or 9-4)

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
  • Team working

Other requirements

A full UK driving licence by the time the apprenticeship begins.

About this employer

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. 

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Company benefits

26 days of leave (excluding bank holidays), a £500 contribution towards learning to drive, and many more benefits.

Disability Confident

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

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).

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000011741.

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Closes in 7 days (Monday 23 February 2026)

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.