New apprenticeship opportunities at Pennon Group

Pennon Group is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week with 52 new roles with the company.

Of those, a total of 12 positions are opening for Engineering Technician Apprenticeships. Spread over four years, the programme will give apprentices the chance to gain hands-on experience in the workplace alongside college studies.

Pennon will be recruiting for a further 33 roles for Treatment Technician Apprentices. This apprenticeship is an 18-month programme combining classroom learning with practical training days on a South West Water site.

There are also another seven apprenticeship vacancies opening across a variety of teams, including Network Technicians and Network Operatives to Data Analysts.

Adele Barker, Pennon Group’s Chief People Officer, said: “At Pennon we’re always looking for new ways to attract the very best talent from across our region and beyond. We want to see those of all ages and backgrounds join our business, who can help us continue to be a dynamic and diverse organisation.

“Our apprenticeships programme is a fantastic way to bring new people with fresh ideas into the business, while also providing invaluable workplace experience to those interested in pursuing a career in the water industry.”

Jodie Dougal is undertaking a Level 3 Finance Apprenticeship with Pennon, working for South West Water. Speaking about her experience, Jodie said: “South West Water has provided me with incredible opportunities to grow and learn while still earning a sensible living. As an apprentice over 25, it is important to me that there is personal development for my career and future without barriers.”

The apprenticeship programmes are open for applications from now and will close on Friday February 26, with successful candidates starting by 9 September 2024. For more information, click here.