We’re excited to announce that due to the continuing success of our award-winning multi-utility apprenticeship scheme we are pleased to be launching the programme again this year and are inviting applications to the scheme which starts this September.
The two-year programme has been designed with our experienced training providers Utility and Construction Training (UCT) and leads to industry-recognised qualifications in gas and water, fully equipping apprentices for a career with Aptus Utilities in the multi utility sector.
The programme combines formal training at UCT’s state-of-the-art centre in Manchester, and on-site training with our experienced multi-utility teams whilst apprentices work towards a Gas Network Operative Apprenticeship Standard Level 2 with Water and other related construction industry *qualifications (see full list below). On successful completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices will be fully qualified to work as a multi-utility operative.
Up to eight successful recruits will be required to join the operational teams based at one of our regional depots, either in the North West at Leyland in Lancashire, at Normanton in near Wakefield in Yorkshire, or with our Midlands team based at Burntwood in Staffordshire.
Apprentices will be required to spend time away from home during the formal training periods at UCT’s training centre in Manchester. Transport, accommodation and meals will be provided.
This will be the fifth intake of construction apprentices to join the business following the launch of the first scheme in 2015. Until now the scheme has been launched every two years however, due to our continuing successful expansion we are able to offer places to apprentices in the Midlands, Yorkshire and North West of England again this year.
Our award-winning apprenticeships provide a fantastic route into a career with our growing and ambitious company. The new team members will play a key role in helping us to achieve our growth ambitions by ensuring we have the skilled workforce to meet demand.
Aptus Utilities accepts applications from school and college leavers, or those looking for a change of career. If this is of interest please send your details to careers@aptusutilities.co.uk by June 30th.
You will gain a Gas Network Operative Apprenticeship Standard Level 2
*As part of the apprenticeship, you will also gain the following qualifications and skills:
Abrasive Wheels
EUSR NCO Gas Main Layer up to
180mm
EUSR NCO Gas Service Layer
EUSR NCO Water Mains Layer up to
180mm
EUSR NCO Water Services
EUSR SHEA Electricity Safety
Passport
EUSR SHEA Gas Safety Passport
EUSR SHEA Water Safety Passport First aid certificate
HSG47 Training
Manual Handling
Reversing Assistant
Streetworks (NRSWA)
National Water Hygiene Card
Winch ticket
Meter fit
CPCS excavator and dumper
