Plumbing and Heating Apprentice Reading, Abingdon, Bicester,MK,Bedford areas
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Company: RENELEC CHALGROVE LIMITED
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Location: Abingdon, OX14 2HP
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000009738
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Application Deadline Date: 30/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/08/2026
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Positions Available: 12
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Working Week: 8 Hours per day, Start time is dependant on site, but usually 7.30am. 1 Hour lunch Break. Finish time and days to be confirmed.
Brief Description
We carry out all aspects of plumbing work on New Build properties for builders such as Berkley, Taylor Wimpey, Bellway’s and Pye Homes. We cover a large geographic area, and work with a number of trades and Building Associates, we value diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.
Training to be Provided
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
- Apprentices will Train in the workplace and attend college 1 day per week
- College will depend on location
- We are looking to recruit in Newbury, Basingstoke, Andover, Aylesbury, Witney Maidenhead and Slough
- Please do not apply if you don’t live in these areas
Future Prospects
- Senior plumber position & gas engineer
- Site supervisor
- Site manager
- Project Manager
Vacancy Detail
Hands-on experience working within New Build homes learning:
- Plumbing, Heating, Renewable Energy
- General plumbing repairs & maintenance
- Central heating servicing & installation
- Boiler servicing & installation
- Bathrooms & kitchen installation
- Assist skilled plumbers in various plumbing tasks learning from their experience
- Planning, selecting, sizing, preparatory work, installation, testing and commissioning, fault finding, diagnostics, rectification, routine service and maintenance, decommission etc.
- Select the required materials to carry out the work
- Precision measuring, marking, cutting, and installing components
- Learn the process of understanding and interpreting technical drawings and work in accordance with specifications
- Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
- Plan and carry out work to the required standards of quality and speed
- Use of hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
- Work safely and be aware of key health, safety, and welfare issues. Follow health & safety policy and procedures for using various tools, equipment and materials including the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) where needed
- Maintain a clean and organised work environment
- Move, handle and store resources, such as materials complying with relevant legislation & guidance
Interpret and follow verbal and written work instructions from trade supervisors and managers - Uphold high standards of craftsmanship and attention to detail
- May be asked to assist in other areas of the site (i.e. cleaning and general labouring)
- Opportunities to watch other trades. This is beneficial to learn the sequence of work on building projects
Other Information
• Must be able to get to various site locations. • Job involves hard work & heavy lifting. • Looking for a reliable candidate who is committed to starting and completing the apprenticeship.