Ready to own your future? At Scottish Water, our Modern Apprenticeships arenât about sitting in classrooms all day. Theyâre designed to get you out there, hands-on, learning real skills from the start. Youâll earn while you learn, gain industry-recognised qualifications, and build a career that actually matters.\n\nFresh out of school? Ready for a career switch? Whatever your story, weâve got opportunities that challenge you, support you, and help you grow.\n\nJoin our Water Treatment team at our Whitehillocks WTW from August 2026.\n\nWhat does a Water Treatment Modern Apprentice do?\n\nAs a Water Treatment Modern Apprentice, youâll learn how we keep Scotlandâs water safe, clean, and reliable. Youâll work with an experienced team, gaining hands-on experience in treating and maintaining water supplies from reservoirs to taps.\n\nYouâll help monitor and maintain water quality at our treatment works. From calibrating monitors to adjusting mechanical and chemical processes, youâll make sure everything runs smoothly. Youâll learn to record and review water quality results - checking pH, chlorine, aluminium, and phosphate levels - and spot anything that needs attention.\n\nSafety comes first. Youâll be fully kitted out with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and trained to carry out risk assessments. Routine inspections of plants, reservoirs, and dams will be part of your day, along with following strict health and safety protocols.\n\nThis is your chance to learn, grow, and play a key role in delivering safe, fresh water to communities across Scotland - while helping us set standards that go beyond whatâs expected.\n\n\n\n Whatâs in it for you?\n\nYouâll challenge and stretch yourself. Weâre here to help you make the most of your skills and abilities with first-class training, support, and a big investment in your development.\n\nYou will qualify with a Water Industry SVQ at SCQF Level 6. From your 2nd year, youâll get the option to do an HNC in Water Operations. And be supported through your qualification by trainers and assessors from our in-house Skills Academy.\n\nEarn as you learn. Youâll start on £25,312, with clear, scheduled pay increases as you reach key milestones throughout your training. Youâll also be eligible for an annual bonus and a great pension scheme.\n\nJob security. The vast majority of our apprentices choose to stay with us after completing their programmes. Many people even spend their entire careers with us! Some go on to become team leaders or managers, while others focus on honing their technical expertise.\n\nYouâll be providing an essential service to Scotland and your local community, helping to protect our natural environment.\n\nAnd the best bit? Youâll be working as part of a friendly, close-knit team that genuinely wants to see you succeed - and who make coming into work fun. What youâll need\nYou need to be at least 17 years old by 1 August 2026.\nA responsible attitude to learning and work is essential. Youâll be someone people can trust and rely on.\nIdeally, youâll have five National 4 or 5s (or similar). English, Maths and Science are particularly helpful, but they arenât a dealbreaker.\nA driving licence would be useful - especially in some of our more remote locations - but we know that lessons and tests are expensive. If you havenât had the chance to pass your test, we can provide support to help you get your licence during your first year with us. \nYouâll also be based in the Angus area.\nIn terms of requirements? Thatâs it.\n\nBut hereâs the thing: We get lots of applications for our apprentice roles each year. What makes the best candidates stand out?\n\nHere are a few things we love to see:\n\nCVs that tell us more than what qualifications you have gained. Show us what you love. What are your aspirations?\nCover letters that tell us why youâre interested in Scottish Water (and in this role particularly). We recommend including cover letters in the same document as your CV.\nA note to women considering an apprenticeship\n\nWeâre proud to see more women joining our apprenticeship programmes every year, but thereâs still work to do. Women are underrepresented in some of these roles, and weâre committed to changing that.\n\nIf youâre reading this and wondering if an apprenticeship is right for you, hereâs the answer: it is. \n\nApprenticeships are for anyone with curiosity, drive, and a willingness to learn. If that sounds like you, weâd love to see you apply.\n\nAt Scottish Water, youâll find a supportive network of women and men whoâve got your back. Whether youâre out in the field, in the lab, or in the office, youâll be part of a team thatâs here to help you grow, succeed, and feel like you belong - because you do.\n\nThe not-so-small print\n\nWeâre accepting applications until midnight on Tuesday the 26th of May 2026.\n\nInterviews will happen during June and July. And weâre aiming to get all our new apprentices started in August.\n\nFor more information on our apprentice programmes and applications please visit our website: www.scottishwater.co.uk/apprentice\n\nFor any additional queries regarding your application, feel free to contact us at EarlyCareers@scottishwater.co.uk