Level 6 Catchment Partnership Officer Apprentice in Nottingham

United Utilities invites applications for an apprenticeship as a Level 6 Catchment Partnership Officer Apprentice. You will learn how to identify, plan and deliver habitat restoration, deliver strategic water projects, interact with partners, plan and track projects, work with other teams, manage risk and dependencies, and develop future plans to improve water catchment and environmental condition of land. Plus a Level 3 qualification (A-levels, apprenticeship or BTEC etc) totalling 112 UCAS points and computer literacy are required.

About United Utilities: United Utilities is accountable 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 – more than £13 billion worth of projects. We are the UK’s largest corporate landowner with over 56,000 hectares of land in our stewardship, managing habitats to ensure water quality and to enhance resilience and biodiversity in catchments.

Life as an Apprentice: Whatever area of our business your interests lie in, our award-winning apprentice programme will give you first-class training and support, aligned with an in-depth understanding of your chosen business area to develop the skills you need to progress your career and contribute to the communities we serve.

What you’ll do: Your apprenticeship will last 60 months, and successful apprentices will achieve an Environmental Practitioner degree endorsed by the Institute for Apprenticeships. You will attend university in block release; accommodation may be provided or reimbursed if you are not local to your place of study. Consider travel requirements and staying away from home if applicable.

What we’re looking for: We’re looking for someone keen to gain hands-on experience, develop practical skills, and meet the standards needed to succeed in this role. You’ll need to have:

• 5 GCSEs or equivalent, grades A-C or 9-4, including Maths, English and a Science or Technology subject
• Plus a Level 3 qualification totalling 112 UCAS points
• A full UK driving licence at time of application
• A strong interest in land management
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with many internal and external stakeholders
• The ability to recognise and reconcile different priorities to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and manage work through to completion
• A strong understanding of biodiversity and water pollution issues
• Awareness of the water industry and its regulators
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and comfort dealing with people across the organisation
• Good analytical skills and the ability to draw appropriate conclusions from relevant data
• Computer literate
• Enthusiasm to gain hands-on experience, develop practical skills and achieve the required qualifications
• Willing to work as part of a team and manage time and workload effectively

Why choose us to kickstart your career: Secure your future – Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme. A springboard to your career – Structured training, a dedicated mentor, and high-quality learning. Inspire the next generation – Represent United Utilities at key events across the region. Reward and benefits – Competitive starting salary of £21,000, increasing with performance. Be part of the UU family – Network, learn from colleagues and fellow apprentices.

Additional Information: Please check and ensure you are comfortable with the following before you apply:

• Live within a reasonable commuting distance of the core location of your apprenticeship
• Induction includes a residential trip in the Lake District; accommodation and boarding provided
• Travel to your place of study may require additional accommodation; support provided where applicable

Recruitment Process: Depending on the role, the process may include:

• Online application form
• Online tests
• In-person interview (and presentation) or assessment centre
• Technical test

Important Notes: If offered a job, pre-employment checks will be carried out before appointment can be confirmed. Any offer will be subject to a satisfactory report from the Disclosure Scotland/disclosure and Barring Service where applicable.

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