Job Title: LGV Class One Apprentice Level 2
Ref: 39665
Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location: Ashford Common - TW15 1RU
Contract type: Permanent Full/Part-time Apprentice
Hours: 38
Salary: Competitive starting salary of £21,500 per annum and 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.
Job Grade: A
Closing Date: 10/02/2025
We have an exciting opportunity at Thames Water to become a class one LGV driver for articulated vehicles. You will complete the apprenticeship at Basingstoke STW and then you will offboard into a permanent position working from Ashford Sewer Treatment Works.
Start Date: 1st September 2025. Please note if you already have a class one license you are not eligible for this apprenticeship programme.
What you will be doing as an LGV Class One Apprentice:
This is a great opportunity to learn the essential skills that are already in high demand across the industry and will set you on the path to your future career.
Typical duties may include:
* Shadowing drivers to learn routes and the sites we attend.
* Driving with the intersite teams to move sludge from one sewage treatment works to another.
* Driving with the cake teams to deliver to farmers so that the cake can be spread around the fields.
* Driving with the combi teams to clear out wet wells to make sure they don’t get blocked.
* Vehicle movements and collections ranging from welfare units, tankers, Hiabs, cars, and 4x4s.
* Helping with general vehicle maintenance to ensure Thames fleet of vehicles stays clean, charged, fueled up, and ready to assist at any moment.
About the Apprenticeship Programme:
* A fully embedded induction programme delivered by the employer and Seetec Outsource Training and Skills.
* On-the-job training delivered by the employer.
* Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training to give you the knowledge, skills, and behaviours to progress and develop.
* Access to online learning and an e-portfolio where you will be able to gather evidence to demonstrate your performance ensuring your apprenticeship – this evidence can be used towards your end point assessment.
* Apprenticeship Course Duration is 12 months plus end point assessment (3-6 months).
Base Location: Ashford STW, TW15 1RU, Basingstoke STW RG24 8LL
Working Hours: 38 hours per week (Start time 09:00 am when onsite. Hours will vary when attending training or college).
Programme Length: 12 Months + End point assessment (3-6 months).
Training Provider Details: Seetec Outsource Training and Skills.
Qualification You Will Obtain: Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC) and (C+E) license.
Other Immediate Demands: You must hold a valid UK driving license and be at least 18 years of age to complete the apprenticeship programme.
What You Should Bring to the Role:
* Real drive and motivation to manage your learning and working life.
* Effective communication skills and the ability to challenge when a problem arises.
* A champion for Health & Safety within the workplace for both you and your colleagues.
* Readiness to apply everything you learn in your day-to-day role and any projects outside of this.
* Great teamwork skills but also the ability to work independently, putting customers at the heart of everything you do.
What’s in it for you?
If you want a career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the environment for future generations, an apprenticeship position at Thames Water could be perfect for you.
* Competitive starting salary of £21,500 per annum and 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.
* Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% - 2x employee contribution.
* Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
* Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
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.
Working at Thames Water:
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and excellent benefits.
Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.
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.
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