Asset Planning Level 4 Apprentice - Reading, Berkshire

Asset Planning Level 4 Apprentice - Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8DB

Contract: PermanentSalary: 22,500Ready to kick-start your future in Asset Planning?

Join us as a Level 4 Apprentice and make a real impact at the UKs largest water and wastewater provider.Youllgain hands-on experience, work alongside skilled professionals, and earn a respected Level 4 Asset Manager qualification.

What youll be doing as an Asset Planning Level 4 Apprentice:

• Assist in developing asset plans for treatment works, pumping stations, and networks in line with AMP8 priorities.
• Analyse asset performance data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support capital maintenance planning and project prioritisation to meet regulatory and sustainability goals.
• Contribute to risk-based decision-making for asset interventions.
• Prepare reports and presentations using Microsoft Office and Thames Waters asset management systems.
• Take part in site visits, inspections, and planning meetings.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Where you will work:

Location: Clearwater Court, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8DB Hybrid

Hours:36 hours a week across four working days plus oneoff-the-job training day

Start date:September 2026

Training and qualification:Youllstudy withTeesside University, one of the UKs leading Asset Management training providers. Your training will include modules delivered through weekly online tutorials, supported by pre-session learning materials such as recorded videos, lecture notes, and case studies.

Qualification: Asset manager, Level 4 Asset Management Standard- Certificate of Higher Education in Asset Management included.

Duration:Permanent contract with a24-month structured programme.

What you should bring to the role:

• GCSE Maths and English (grade 9-4 / A-C) or equivalent.
• 64 points from any combination of acceptable level 3 qualifications.
• Ability to travel to Thames Water sites throughout the programme.

Whatsin it for you?

• Excellent salary: 22,500 per annum.
• Annual Leave: 24 days of holiday per year, increasing to 28 with length of service. (plus bank holidays)
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your familys health and wellbeing, and your finances from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shoppingvouchersand life assurance.

Find out more aboutourbenefits and perks

Who are we?

Werethe UKs 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, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive.Itsa big job andwevegot a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more aboutourpurpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family,youllenjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible workingarrangementsand excellent benefits.

If youre looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of peoples lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, well be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family.Why choose us?Learn more.

Werecommitted to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout therecruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether thats extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know,werehere tohelp and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames,youllhave the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience.Itsalsoa great opportunityto learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

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.