Apprentice Utility Jobs

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Frequently asked Questions about Apprentice Utility Jobs

FAQs about Utility Apprenticeships
Where can I find an apprenticeship in Utilities?

Use our quick and easy search function to find an apprenticeship in utilities then register to become an apprentice.

Do I have to have previous experience in utilities?

The simple answer is no. The majority of apprenticeships in the utility sector requires no previous experience as you will be learning on the tools enabling you to understand the basics whether that is in the water industry or a telecom apprenticeship.

What qualifications will I gain during my utility apprenticeship?

If your apprenticeship is an Intermediate Apprenticeship or otherwise known as a Level 2 Apprenticeship then you will work towards a NVQ Level 2 or a BTEC. As you progress up the apprenticeship levels the higher the qualifications get and the likelihood your career progression will be advancing.

Will I have to work outside to do an apprenticeship in utilities?

Not all apprenticeships in the utility sector require you to work outside. Some utility companies and sub-contractors offer apprenticeships in their operations departments such as HR, Finance or Information Technology.

Which companies recruit utility apprentices?

There are hundreds of companies across the UK recruiting utility apprentices from utility companies such as Thames Water, National Grid to sub-contract or service providers such as Morrison Utility Services and Murphy Group.

How much will I be paid as a Utility Apprentice?

The minimum national wage for an apprentice is £4.15, however companies are paying much higher than this due to the competition to attract apprentices to their company.

The UK national average wage for apprentices is between £15,000 - £20,000.


Utility Apprenticeships FAQs about Utility Apprenticeships
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  1. Utilities Engineer

    Location
    Trafford Park, Manchester
    Salary
    £32.00 Per Hour
    Job Type
    Contract
    Posted
    8 Apr 2026

    Job Specification: Utilities Engineer / Maintenance Technician Role Overview Reporting to the Team Leader, the Utilities Engineer will provide reactive and planned maintenance support across a production facility. The role requires collaboration with...

  2. Utilities Engineer

    Location
    Trafford Park, Manchester
    Salary
    £20.00 to £26.55 Per Hour
    Job Type
    Contract
    Posted
    8 Apr 2026

    Reporting to the Team Leader, the Utilities Engineer will work at our FMGC site based in Manchester. As the Utilities Engineer you will be responsible to provide reactive support as well as planned maintenance activities and assistance as directed by...

  3. Utilities Maintenance Engineer (Boilers & Steam)

    Location
    City, Manchester
    Salary
    £35.00 to £37.50 Per Hour
    Job Type
    Contract
    Posted
    9 Apr 2026

    Utilities Engineer (Boilers & Steam) Manchester £35.00 - £37.50 p/h Outside IR35 Monday to Friday 6.30am to 3pm We re recruiting a Utilities Engineer for a fast-paced FMCG site in Manchester. Reporting to the Team Leader, you ll deliver both reactive and...

  4. Graduate Multi Utility Design Engineer

    Location
    Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk
    Remote Working
    Remote Working
    Salary
    £37,000 to £48,000
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    2 Apr 2026

    Graduate Multi Utility Design Engineer Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk 37000- 48000 plus excellent benefits and pension Do you have academic and/or working experience of design engineering in the utilities or construction sector looking for a role with a large...

  5. Utility Surveyor

    Location
    Irvine, Ayrshire
    Salary
    £30,000 to £38,000
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    1 Apr 2026

    Utility Surveyor Irvine £30,000 - £38,000 basic Van, Fuel card, overtime, progression An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Utility Surveyor to join a growing team based in Irvine. This role offers the chance to work on a range of infrastructure...

  6. Engineer - Utility Surveyor

    Location
    Truro, Cornwall
    Salary
    £25,000 to £40,000
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    31 Mar 2026

    Utility Surveyor / Trainee Utility Surveyor Devon & Cornwall (Redruth / Exeter) £25,000 - £40,000 per year (DOE) About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Utility Surveyor or Trainee Utility Surveyor to join a well-established surveying...

  7. Technical Support Engineer (Facilities, Utilities)

    Location
    Nantwich, Cheshire
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    17 Mar 2026

    Technical Support Engineer - Facilities, Utilities & HVAC (Pharmaceutical) - Permanent Become the Subject Matter Expert on an expanding pharmaceutical plant. Location: Cheshire / Greater Manchester Area Salary: Very competitive salary & excellent...

  8. Apprentice Recruitment Resourcer

    Location
    London
    Salary
    £15,600 to £18,000
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    17 Mar 2026

    ABOUT The Deploy Recruitment Group is a respected and rapidly growing recruitment company serving the Construction, Civil Engineering, Rail, Signalling and Telecoms, Utilities, Aviation, and Highway sectors. We offer permanent, contract or temporary...

  9. Site Service Engineer

    Location
    Wrexham, Clwyd
    Salary
    £43,000 to £45,500
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    9 Apr 2026

    Job Description: Wrexham Monday-Friday 07:00am to 16:30pm 45k Site Service Engineer required to join their Engineering team at a family run manufacturer at their Wrexham site, offering competitive salary, additional training and outstanding job security....

  10. Mechanical Fitter - c£40k - £48k

    Location
    Shepherdswell, Kent
    Salary
    £18.00 to £20.00 Per Hour
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    20 Mar 2026

    Mechanical Fitter Dover - c£40k - £45k+ - door to door - O/T The position is full time (40 hours per week minimum), and includes plenty of overtime opportunities, door to door travel and a call out rota system (1:6). There are 25 days annual leave, plus...

  11. GIS Administrator/Geography Graduate

    Location
    Cosham, Hampshire
    Salary
    £13.29 to £14.04 Per Hour
    Job Type
    Temporary
    Posted
    20 Mar 2026

    GIS Administrator Salary: 13.29 per hour ( 25,638) + holiday pay (Rising to 14.04 per hour / 27,087 after 6 months) Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm Hybrid working (2 days from home) after training We're looking for a skilled and motivated GIS...

  12. Trainee Drainage Engineer

    Location
    Taunton, Somerset
    Salary
    £12.50 Per Hour
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    31 Mar 2026

    Trainee Drainage Engineer Location: Taunton, Somerset Contract: Permanent Full-time 40 hours per week Pay: £12.50 per hour + enhanced overtime rates Training: Full training and ongoing development provided Looking for a hands-on career, not just another...

  13. Graduate Civil Infrastructure Engineer

    Location
    Kings Hill, Kent
    Salary
    £30,000 to £35,000
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    16 Mar 2026

    We re recruiting for a Graduate Civil Engineer within our client s busy Kent office. This new permanent role, in the team of drainage, highways and development infrastructure specialists, will support our clients expanding client base of predominantly...

  14. Graduate Civil Infrastructure Engineer

    Location
    Billericay, Essex
    Salary
    £30,000 to £35,000
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    16 Mar 2026

    We re recruiting for a Graduate Civil Engineer within our client s diligent Essex office. This new permanent role, in our team of drainage, highways and development infrastructure specialists, will support our expanding client base of predominantly large...

  15. Electrical Field Service Engineer

    Location
    Barrow-in-furness, Cumbria
    Salary
    £38,462
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    31 Mar 2026

    Reed Talent Solutions are a specialist provider of permanent, contract, temporary and outsourced recruitment solutions supporting United Utilities. We will be requiring Electrical Field Service Engineers to cover an existing workload within United...

  16. Electrical Field Service Engineer

    Location
    Carlisle, Cumbria
    Salary
    £38,462
    Job Type
    Permanent
    Posted
    31 Mar 2026

    Reed Talent Solutions are a specialist provider of permanent, contract, temporary and outsourced recruitment solutions supporting United Utilities. We will be requiring Electrical Field Service Engineers to cover an existing workload within United...