Level 3 Plumbing Apprentice

THE ROLE

Croydon Works are working alongside Wates, one of the UK’s leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies.  Founded over 125 years ago, they have a proud legacy in the built environment.

Wates deliver complex projects in several sectors, For example, education, healthcare, residential. commercial, and emergency services. Wates employ over 4,500 employees who work with a range of clients and partners from across the public and private sectors.

As one Wates, they work together to build a better tomorrow. They want to create a future where people, places, and our planet can thrive.

About the Role

As a level 3 Plumbing Apprentice, you will have the opportunity to work both independently and as part of our fun and diverse team of tradespeople.

Your Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the below

• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing and heating systems, including hot water systems, boilers, and renewable energy solutions.
• Conduct fault-finding and diagnostics on plumbing and heating systems.
• Ensure all work complies with industry standards building regulations, and health and safety guidelines.
• Provide excellent customer service, liaising with clients to explain work carried out and resolve issues efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, repairs, and maintenance tasks.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in plumbing and heating technologies, including renewable energy solutions.
• Locating and identifying leaks.
• Repairing or replacing pipes and parts.
• Determining the right tools and equipment necessary to successfully complete a job.
• Assisting with preparing cost estimates for clients.
• Helping the Plumber to ensure that all work is in accordance with health and safety codes.
• Cleaning the job site after the work is completed.
• Answering client queries.
• Following the Plumbers' orders and instructions.
• Ensuring the right materials are available in good time in order to improve completion rates

THE CANDIDATE

• To be successful on the programme you'll:
• Be passionate about a career in the built environment.
• Be excited to learn and develop new skills.
• Have a curious nature.
• Be reliable and professional.
• A problem solver with the ability to think logically.
• Possess good time management skills.
• Prioritise your work to meet agreed deadlines.
• You will need to be able to cope with the physical demands of the role
• Health and safety conscious

Qualifications

• To be considered for this apprenticeship you will need to have achieved a Grade 4 or C and above in Maths and English
• You must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship in a similar subject.

Applicants will need to complete competency and motivational questions and those successful will be offered a position, ready to join in August 2025.