Start your Project Engineer career with Thames Water
Looking for a hands‑on engineering career where you can learn, earn and make a real difference.
What you’ll be doing as a Project Engineer Apprentice
Working alongside experienced engineers and delivery partners, you’ll support a variety of mechanical, electrical, civil, control and instrumentation projects (up to £5m in value). Along the way, you’ll learn how projects move from idea to delivery in a safety‑critical environment.
Typical duties will include:
* Support the delivery of small to medium capital projects from start to finish
* Work with operations teams and contractors to scope, design and cost‑effective solutions
* Help promote a strong, zero‑compromise approach to health and safety, including CDM compliance
* Collaborate with delivery partners to keep projects on track and reduce business risk
* Assist with producing and reviewing key documents such as RAMS, project plans and commissioning information
* Support commissioning, handover and project close‑out with operational teams
* Help ensure training records, test certificates and as‑built drawings are completed and handed over
Where you’ll work:
* Location: Swindon (SN2 2DJ)
* Hours: 36 hours per week – four working days plus one off‑the‑job training day (typical working hours are 7.30am–3.30pm, may vary)
* Start date: September 2026
Training and qualification
You’ll study with the University of the Built Environment, one of the UK’s leading providers for construction and engineering training. Your programme includes:
* Weekly virtual learning sessions
* Live seminars and recorded content
* Online learning resources and tasks via a virtual learning environment
Qualification:
Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor Standard – Certificate of Higher Education in Construction & Built Environment
Duration:
Permanent contract with a 42‑month structured apprenticeship programme
What you’ll bring to the role:
We’re looking for people who are curious, motivated and keen to learn. You don’t need previous engineering experience – we’ll teach you.
* GCSE Maths and English at grades 9–4 (A*–C)
* 64 UCAS points from any accepted Level 3 qualification(s)
* A full UK driving licence, access to your own vehicle and business‑use car insurance
* A genuine interest in engineering and a desire to build a future with Thames Water
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 £22,500 per annum and, following completion of your apprenticeship, a starting salary of £38,126 to £47,674 per annum depending on your shift pattern
* Annual Leave: 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with length of service, plus bank holidays
* Generous Pension Scheme through AON
* Access to benefits to support health, wellbeing and finances – annual health MOTs, physiotherapy and counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance
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 and need passionate, skilled people committed to making a difference.
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.
Legal / EEO statement
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, just let us know.
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