Mechanical Degree Apprentice
Anglian WaterExpected closing date: Sunday, 15 November 2026
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Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 6 Mechanical Degree Apprenticeship with Anglian Water, starting September 2027.
- Earn £24,558 per year while developing engineering skills and working on environmental and infrastructure projects.
- Based in Peterborough with hybrid working options, requiring a full UK driving license.
- Requires 3 GCSEs (including English) and 96 UCAS Tariff points; leads to a BEng (Hons) in Electro-mechanical Engineering.
About the Role
This is a Level 6 apprenticeship.
Starting Salary: £24,558 per year.
Start Date: September 2027.
Location: Thorpe Wood House, Peterborough. Some flexibility is essential as the role may require travel across the region. Hybrid working is available (1-2 days per week from home, business needs permitting).
About the Role
Help shape the future of water, the environment, and the communities Anglian Water serves. With an investment plan exceeding £11 billion, the company is focused on improvement and tackling significant environmental and infrastructure challenges.
This Degree Apprentice Programme offers the chance to develop skills, experience, and support to become a future leader or specialist in areas such as climate resilience, major engineering projects, digital innovation, and customer experience.
Your Programme
What you'll be doing
- Support mechanical design, testing, analysis, reporting, and quality assurance.
- Assist projects in staying on time and on budget.
- Provide technical guidance and support.
- Develop into a confident, skilled engineer making an impact from day one.
What you will bring
- Curiosity, ambition, and a willingness to learn.
- Enjoyment of problem-solving and collaborative work.
- Desire to help shape the future of water and build a rewarding career.
Entry Requirements
- 3 GCSEs at grade A*-C /4-9 including English (or equivalent Level 2 qualification).
- Meet age-related Maths requirements as outlined by the DfE.
- 96 UCAS Tariff points (A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE, and other qualifications accepted).
- High level of self-motivation and willingness to learn.
- Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and good communication skills.
- Organised, flexible, and able to manage time effectively.
- Full UK driving license (or in the process of obtaining one).
Upon completion of this 4.5 - 5 year apprenticeship, you will be awarded a BEng (Hons) Electro-mechanical Engineering degree.
Benefits
- Access to Stream, a financial wellbeing platform.
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing package.
- Private healthcare.
- 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Double-matched pension scheme (up to 21% total contribution).
- Excellent family leave package (enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave).
Application Process
- Upload a cover letter explaining your interest in the apprenticeship and Anglian Water, detailing your motivations, interests, and experiences. Personal, original content is preferred over AI-generated text.
Closing Date: 15th November 2026
Advert End Date: 16th November 2026
Next Steps: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person assessment centre on 11th December.