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RENELEC CHALGROVE LIMITED - Plumbing and Heating Apprentice Reading, Abingdon, Bicester,MK,Bedfor...

Salary: £15,704 a year
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Apprenticeship
Hours: 40
Closing Date: Tue 30 Jun 2026 - 11:59 pm UTC
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RENELEC CHALGROVE LIMITED - Plumbing and Heating Apprentice Reading, Abingdon, Bicester,MK,Bedfor...

Summary

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.

Annual wage: £15,704 a year
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Training course: Plumbing and domestic heating technician (level 3)

Hours
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.
40.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Saturday 01 August 2026

Duration: 4 Years

Positions available: 12

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 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

Where you'll work

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

ABINGDON AND WITNEY COLLEGE

Your training course

Plumbing and domestic heating technician (level 3)

Your training plan

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

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 and above)
  • Maths (grade 4 and above)
  • Driving (grade Pass)

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

Other requirements

• 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.

About this company

We are a large company that carries out Plumbing work on New Build properties for builders such as Berkley, Taylor Wimpey, Bellways and Pye Homes. We also have a maintenance and servicing team and Apprentices will spend some time working with both departments.

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. you'll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

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

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

RENELEC CHALGROVE LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000009738.

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Closes on Tuesday 30 June 2026

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