Apprentice Maintenance Technician - Electrical (Baslow) (Level 3)

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 are on a mission to deliver bigger and better things, and we need passionate apprentices to help us achieve our goals.

Our people and culture are the heart of our success. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement and a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. With nearly 10,000 colleagues, we’re looking for more brilliant people who are eager to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future. If you’re excited to learn and ready to make a real impact, we want you on our team.

Apprenticeship Programmes are a great way to earn and learn. Our Apprentice Maintenance Technician- Electrical Programme offers the perfect blend of personal and professional development, exposing you to the core of our business.

Do you have a basic understanding of mechanics or an interest in maths, physics and design technology? If you enjoy working with your hands, fixing things, or have a passion for DIY projects, this programme might be perfect for you!

Our Electrical Maintenance Technicians are problem solvers who ensure critical equipment and assets (like pumps, motors, control panels, instrumentation and other electrical components) remain in good working condition and are quickly overhauled and repaired when needed to support continuous service.

Working alongside our electrical maintenance team you’ll undertake installation, testing, servicing, removal, replacement, maintenance and repair of a range of equipment as part of planned preventative and reactive maintenance. You will play a part in creating an electricity generating environment using fuels including gas, wind and other renewables. You will build upon the electrical systems our infrastructure needs to operate, using knowledge of computer systems to repair and recycle equipment.

Daily work in this dynamic environment includes staying adaptable as technologies evolve and new requirements arise. We welcome apprentices from diverse backgrounds and offer varied experiences, training and development to build your future career.

Responsibilities and What You Will Learn

• Maintenance practices, processes and procedures covering a range of waste and water treatment systems, plant, and equipment.
• Theory and principles underpinning the design and function of electrical systems and equipment.
• How to install and connect electrical equipment and components used in water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Installing and commissioning electrical equipment and instruments in the water industry.
• Skills in the use of hand and power tools and precision measurement tools (micrometers, verniers, lasers).
• Interpreting engineering drawings, schematics and manuals to install and maintain electrical equipment.

What We Are Looking For

• A ‘can do’ attitude – willing to get stuck in, take accountability for decisions and actions and take pride in work.
• Love of variety and ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and take initiative in problem solving.
• Resilience to handle changing plans and fast-paced front-line work.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills and ability to work with multiple teams.
• Ability to analyse and interpret information and communicate to different audiences.
• Ability to travel across our patch to visit sites and attend meetings and training days.
• Curiosity to learn quickly in a reactive environment.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions to serve customers and protect the environment.
• Strong IT skills.

About The Programme

Our New Talent Team will guide you and support you every step of the way. Your line manager, mentor and apprentice buddy will help you reach your full potential.

Location: Baslow, Derbyshire, DE45 1PG

Standard: Water industry asset maintenance tech

Apprenticeship Level: 3

Apprenticeship Duration: 36 months

Starting Salary: £22,500

Entry Criteria: This apprenticeship Standard is Level 3 (equivalent to 2 A-Levels). If you don’t have GCSEs in English and Maths, you will need to take functional skills as part of the apprenticeship (alternative to GCSEs) and achieve Level 2.

Driving Requirements: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle on completion of the apprenticeship.

Health & Safety: We take health and safety seriously; the role may involve identifying electrical wiring, so applicants may be asked about health restrictions affecting colour identification.

You will work 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, in an 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm pattern.

Rewards, Benefits and Diversity

How We’ll Reward and Care for You It’s more than a job; it’s a career. We offer a range of benefits and training to support your development and environmental/community impact.

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (buy/sell up to 5 days per year).
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £1,500, eligibility applies).
• Leading pension scheme – employer contribution up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%.
• Sharesave – option 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 increases during the programme and on moving into first role.

Diversity and Inclusion We are committed to a diverse, inclusive and cohesive culture. We support LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability and Ethnicity groups and invite you to learn more about our commitments to Diversity and Inclusion at Severn Trent.

Apply Now Roles close on 16th March at Midday (12pm). 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. We do not sponsor under the Skilled Worker route; candidates must demonstrate right to work without Severn Trent sponsorship.