Summary
This Drain Camera Technician role involves learning to operate specialised cameras to inspect and assess the condition of a variety of drain camera systems. Once inspected any faults are identified and repaired as required. The post offers on-the-job training to develop the necessary skills.
Wage
£14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Friday- 8:30am to 4pm Half an hour lunch with two 15 minute breaks.
37 hours a week
Start date
Monday 15 September 2025
Duration
1 year
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
* Equipment Handling: Learning to operate, maintain and repair drain camera equipment, including push-rod and crawler-type cameras
* Fault Finding: Assisting experienced technicians in conducting CCTV repairs of drain camera systems to identify issues and repair as necessary
* Reporting: Helping to document fault findings, including creating quotations for customers
* Maintenance: Assisting with the cleaning and maintenance of the camera equipment
* Safety: Following health and safety procedures related to working with drainage camera systems and equipment
Where you'll work
65 Gazelle Road
Weston-Super-Mare
BS24 9ES
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
WESTON COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Training schedule
* You will be pursuing a Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard as Engineering Operative, through Weston College
* As part of this program, you will attend Weston College as instructed, for workshops
* An assessor will conduct on-site observations to evaluate your progress, as well as supporting you in college throughout your apprenticeship
* At the conclusion of your programme, your qualification will be assessed through an Apprenticeship Assessment
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4/C+)
* Maths (grade 4/C+)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Problem solving skills
* Initiative
* Physical fitness
Other requirements
Physical Fitness as the role can involve lifting equipment and working in confined spaces.