Want to be part of building a greener, healthier and stronger Northern Ireland?  Come and join us!  We’ll provide you with industry leading skills and the experience you’ll need to succeed in your career.

We currently have opportunities for self-motivated and enthusiastic Apprentices at multiple locations across Northern Ireland who are interested in making a difference to the Northern Ireland water industry and building a career with NI Water.

Come and join us as a Wastewater Utility Operations Apprentice where no two days are ever the same!  You’ll learn to operate and look after all the kit and assets we use for the provision of high quality wastewater services which contribute to the protection of the natural environment and comply with all regulatory and quality standards.

NI Water offers a competitive salary and benefits package from day one. You will have the opportunity to earn as you learn, working alongside highly experienced people, and gaining a professional Level 3 qualification in Wastewater Operations. You will also benefit from subsidised driving lessons to help you get into the driving seat of your career!

Our Wastewater Utility Operations Apprentices will join the Wastewater Production Line team in the Customer & Operations Directorate (C&OD). The Wastewater Production Line team is responsible for treating and processing wastewater to ensure environmental safety.

The three-year NI Water apprenticeship programme is designed to ensure you gain real life, on the job experience, developing new skills and knowledge that will support you in building a successful career with NI Water.  You will also enjoy being able to share your experiences with and learn from other apprentices, colleagues and mentors.

For the first year of your apprenticeship, you’ll spend your time learning the ropes, completing a rotational training programme across our wastewater functions.  After this you will specialise in wastewater treatment, enabling you to become an expert in this vital work.

Following completion of the apprenticeship programme, successful Apprentices will have the opportunity to move into the role of a Wastewater Treatment Technician.

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Ready to make a splash in your career? Join us as an Engineering Plant Operator (EPO) Apprentice and dive into the world of water treatment! We’ll provide you with industry leading skills and the experience you’ll need to succeed in your career.

As an Engineering Plant Operator (EPO) Apprentice no two days are ever the same! You’ll gain hands-on experience operating and maintaining state of the art Water Treatment Works, working with mechanical and electrical (M&E) equipment, and exploring emerging ICA technologies that are shaping the future of water management. From automation and digital monitoring to sustainable solutions, you’ll be at the heart of innovation while earning a nationally recognised qualification. If you’re technically minded, love problem-solving, and want a career that truly matters, this is your chance to make a real impact.

The four-year Engineering Plant Operator apprenticeship programme is designed to ensure you gain real life, on the job experience, developing new skills and knowledge that will support you in building a successful career with NI Water.  You will also enjoy being able to share your experiences with and learn from other apprentices, colleagues and mentors.

NI Water offers a competitive salary and benefits package from day one.  You will have the opportunity to earn as you learn alongside highly experienced people, while gaining a professional level three qualification in Electrical Engineering.  You will also benefit from subsidised driving lessons to help you truly get in the driving seat of your career!

Following completion of the apprenticeship programme, successful Apprentices will have the opportunity to apply for roles within our Water Supply Function in our Customer and Operations Directorate (C&OD).