Ready to own your future?\u00A0\n\nAt Scottish Water, our Modern Apprenticeships\u00A0arenât\u00A0about\u00A0sitting in classrooms all day.\u00A0Theyâre\u00A0designed to get you out there, hands-on, learning real skills from the start.\u00A0Youâll\u00A0earn while you learn, gain industry-recognised qualifications, and build a career that\u00A0actually matters.\u00A0\n\nFresh out of school? Ready for a career switch? Whatever your story,\u00A0weâve\u00A0got opportunities that challenge you, support you, and help you grow.\u00A0\n\nJoin our\u00A0Leakage\u00A0team in\u00A0Ayr\u00A0from\u00A0August 2026.\u00A0\n\nAs a Water Leakage Apprentice,\u00A0youâll\u00A0be at the forefront of ensuring Scotlandâs water supply is reliable and efficient. This\u00A0isnât\u00A0your typical desk job -\u00A0youâll\u00A0be out in the field, gaining hands-on experience in monitoring and assessing water systems.\u00A0Youâll\u00A0be\u00A0identifying\u00A0leaks, managing them, and reducing water loss to ensure everything runs smoothly for our customers.\u00A0\n\nItâs\u00A0more than just fixing leaks.\u00A0Youâll\u00A0be using the latest technology to\u00A0monitor\u00A0systems and spot potential issues before they escalate. Your training will equip you with the skills to troubleshoot, repair, and optimise our water systems, helping us deliver top-quality service to communities across Scotland.\u00A0\n\nSafety\u00A0comes first.\u00A0Youâll\u00A0receive full\u00A0Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)\u00A0and training on how to perform risk assessments and follow health and safety protocols when working out in the field.\u00A0\n\nThis is your chance to learn, grow, and play a key role in the operation of Scotlandâs water supply â while helping us set standards that go beyond\u00A0whatâs\u00A0expected.\u00A0 What does\u00A0a Water\u00A0Leakage\u00A0Modern Apprentice do?\u00A0\n\nModern Apprenticeships combine on-the-job learning, with the opportunity to complete\u00A0vocational\u00A0qualifications. Supported by our in-house Skills Academy team, each apprentice has both a day-to-day line manager, and a personal assessor who supports them through their qualification and ensures their training is of the highest standard.\u00A0\u00A0\n\nOver\u00A0four\u00A0years,\u00A0youâll\u00A0receive dedicated training to become a fully qualified\u00A0Water\u00A0Leakage\u00A0Technician, gaining the skills and confidence to make a real impact.\u00A0\u00A0\n\nHow to use advanced technology and equipment for leak detection and monitoring\u00A0\n\nHow to\u00A0maintain\u00A0and improve water systems to minimise leakage and waste\u00A0\n\nHow to conduct regular inspections and surveys of water pipes and infrastructure\u00A0\n\nHow to follow strict health and safety procedures to protect yourself and your team\u00A0\n\nA lot of your time will be spent outdoors. But in Scotland we all know that there is no such thing as\u00A0bad weather, just inappropriate clothing. So,\u00A0weâll\u00A0make sure\u00A0youâre\u00A0kitted out for whatever Mother Nature throws at us.\u00A0\n\nYouâll\u00A0be part of an expert, experienced team who will support you to develop your skills and knowledge while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. This is your chance to earn as you learn, working with industry-leading teams to help deliver services that are essential to the daily lives of the people of Scotland.\u00A0 What\u00A0youâll\u00A0need\u00A0\n\nYou need to be at least 17 years old by 1 August 2026.\u00A0\n\nA responsible attitude to learning and work is essential.\u00A0Youâll\u00A0be someone people can trust and rely on\u00A0with good problem-solving skills and technical ability.\u00A0\n\nIdeally,\u00A0youâll\u00A0have five National 4 or 5s (or similar). English, Maths and Science are particularly helpful, but they\u00A0arenât\u00A0a dealbreaker.\u00A0\n\nA driving licence would be useful,\u00A0especially in some of our more remote locations,\u00A0but we know that lessons and tests are expensive. If you\u00A0havenât\u00A0had the chance to pass your test, we can provide support to help you get your licence during your first year with us.\u00A0\n\nIn terms of requirements?\u00A0Thatâs\u00A0it.\u00A0\n\nBut\u00A0hereâs\u00A0the thing: We get thousands of applications for our apprentice roles each year. What makes the best candidates stand out?\u00A0\n\nHere are a few things we love to see:\u00A0\n\nCVs that tell us more than what qualifications you have gained. Show us what you love. What are your aspirations?\u00A0\n\nCover letters that tell us why\u00A0youâre\u00A0interested in Scottish Water (and in this role particularly). We recommend including cover letters in the same document as your CV.\u00A0