Apprentice Assistant Water Network Tech in Coventry

At Severn Trent, we believe everyone deserves more. More care for the environment, more sustainable initiatives, and more support for the communities we serve. We’re on a mission to deliver bigger and better things, and we need passionate apprentices like you to help us achieve our goals. Our people and culture are the heart of our success. We’re proud to be in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. With nearly 10,000 dedicated colleagues, we’re looking for brilliant people eager to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future.

The Apprenticeship Programme offers a blend of personal and professional development, exposing you to the core of our business. Your role will involve gaining practical experience across several teams, developing knowledge of Severn Trent’s processes and effectively communicating data to stakeholders. You will spend time with the Water Network team, working outdoors to identify and reduce leakage across our network, and interacting with distribution service technicians, repair and maintenance teams, call centres, network optimisation teams, contractors, and customers.

Programme Details

• Location: Finham, Coventry, Warwickshire, CV3 6SD
• Standard: Water Industry Network
• Apprenticeship Level: 3
• Apprenticeship Duration: 30 months
• Starting Salary: £22,500

In this exciting programme, you will have the chance to discuss your development and career ambitions in 1‑1 meetings with business leads, mentors, a study buddy, the cohort leader, and the New Talent Team.

What You Will Learn

• Identify leakage using data, tools, and techniques.
• Advise customers on water fittings and maintain meters and loggers.
• Identify water network issues and apply fault‑finding techniques.
• Calibrate equipment such as temporary loggers and pressure gauges.
• Operate the water network safely and protect the environment.

What We Are Looking For

• A ‘can do’ attitude – willing to get stuck in and take accountability.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and initiative.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel freely across our patch and work in all weather conditions.
• Curiosity to learn quickly and work across different teams.

Entry Criteria

For this Level 3 apprenticeship, you should have already achieved GCSE English and Maths grade C/4 or above, or be willing to study these topics to achieve the equivalent standard by the end of the programme. We will support you along this journey.

Driving Requirements

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required. Some sites are in remote locations and not serviced by public transport, so you must be able to arrive safely at work each day.

Working Hours

37/40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, across a 7am–3.30pm / 7am–3pm / 8am–4pm working pattern.

Rewards & Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (plus the option to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £1,500, subject to eligibility)
• Leading pension scheme – double your contribution up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%
• Sharesave – chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year
• Annual salary increase during the programme and when you move into your first job

Diversity & Inclusion

At Severn Trent we are passionate about our people. We want to foster a diverse, inclusive, and cohesive culture that represents the communities and customers we serve. We support working groups – LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability and Ethnicity – to help us meet our commitments.

Apply

Roles close on 16th March at Midday (12pm). Check your diary – face‑to‑face assessments will run from April to May 2026. Estimated start date: September 2026. In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. We do not consider sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.