LGV Class One Apprentice Level 2
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Company: THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED
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Location: Basingstoke, RG24 8LL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £22,500.00 per year
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Sector: Transport and logistics
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Ref: NAS-2000028789
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Application Deadline Date: 07/05/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 4
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Working Week: Working Hours: 38 hours per week, Monday-Friday (start time 9:00am when onsite; finishing times to be confirmed, hours may vary during training or college attendance).
Brief Description
At Thames Water, we’re offering an exciting opportunity to train as a Class One LGV Driver through our fully supported apprenticeship programme. This is more than just a job, it’s a career that supports essential services and protects the environment.
You must hold a valid UK driving license and be18 years old by September.
Training to be Provided
- A fully embedded induction programme delivered by Thames Water and TRS Training.
- On-the-job training provided by the employer.
- Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will provide regular training to develop your knowledge and skills.
- Access to online learning and an e-portfolio to gather evidence demonstrating your progress, which will support your end-point assessment.
- Programme duration: 12 months, plus an end-point assessment lasting 3-6 months.
Future Prospects
Competitive starting salary of £21,500 per annum. Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you will offboard into a permanent role with a starting salary ranging from £31,775 to £49,598 per annum, depending on your shift pattern.
Vacancy Detail
Typical duties will include:
- Shadowing drivers to learn routes and the sites we attend.
- Driving with inter-site teams to move sludge between sewage treatment works.
- Driving with the cake teams to deliver material to farmers for spreading on fields. (further clarity on cake teams for someone who isn’t familiar with LGV industry).
- Driving with combi teams to clear out wet wells and prevent blockages.
- Managing vehicle movements and collections, including welfare units, tankers, Hiabs, cars, and 4x4s.
- Assisting with general vehicle maintenance to keep Thames
- Water’s fleet clean, fueled, charged, and ready to assist at any moment.
Please note- If you already hold a Class One license, you’re not eligible for this apprenticeship.