QUAD ONE
BECQUEREL AVENUE, HARWELL OXFORD, OX11 0RA

S M S ENVIRONMENTAL LTD - PLUMBING AND DOMESTIC HEATING TECHNICIAN APPRENTICESHIP

Salary: £14,722.50 to £23,809.50 a year
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Apprenticeship
Closing Date: Tue 01 Sep 2026 - 11:59 pm UTC
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S M S ENVIRONMENTAL LTD - PLUMBING AND DOMESTIC HEATING TECHNICIAN APPRENTICESHIP

Summary

SMS Environmental is looking to hire an Apprentice Plumber to work within the Oxford and Reading areas. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring plumber to gain practical work experience along with the ability to earn qualifications along the way.

Annual wage: £14,722.50 to £23,809.50 a year
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Training course: Plumbing and domestic heating technician (level 3)

Hours
(Monday - Friday), plus paid overtime available. Shifts to be confirmed.
37.5 hours a week

Possible start date: Wednesday 02 September 2026

Duration: 4 Years

Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

  • Hands-on experience learning: Plumbing, Heating, Gas, Oil & LPG
  • 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

Where you’ll work

QUAD ONE
BECQUEREL AVENUE
HARWELL OXFORD
DIDCOT
OX11 0RA

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ACTIVATE LEARNING

Your training course

Plumbing and domestic heating technician (level 3)

Your training plan

  • Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Level 3
  • Activate Learning - Reading College 1-day per week

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

A current driving licence is required for this role. • Ability to liaise effectively with clients and colleagues • Clear CRB/DBS Disclosure • Ability to work safely and effectively in a team or as a lone worker • Good listening skills – with the ability to absorb and follow all information • Ability to learn and develop new skills on the job in order to complete tasks effectively • IT knowledge – to use iPad technology and Opuz systems effectively • To attend site in a timely way in-line with client and team requirements • To be aware of personal appearance and maintain good standards of cleanliness • Job involves hard work & heavy lifting.

About this company

The SMS Environmental team offers expert knowledge, experience and guidance to reassure clients that the environment they are responsible for is safe and compliant. SMS is proud of its people who are all highly talented, highly trained specialists and dedicated to providing outstanding customer service that clients can rely on. SMS is committed to ensuring the best personal development of every member of the team, helping the company maintain the highest standard of water treatment service and be recognised as a water treatment industry leader.

https://www.sms-environmental.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

City & Guilds Affiliated Training Programme. Core Values Champions Rewards - peer nomination every quarter with reward vouchers for nominations. Enhanced Sick, Maternity & Paternity Leave. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.

After this apprenticeship

Progress into:

  • Senior plumber position & gas engineer
  • Site supervisor
  • Site manager
  • Project manager

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

S M S ENVIRONMENTAL LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000339294.

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Closes on Tuesday 01 September 2026

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