How to become a water network operative
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
College
You could start by taking a college course like:
- Level 1 Certificate in Construction Skills
- Level 2 Certificate in Construction Operations
- Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Water Engineering with a choice of 4 pathways
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course
- 2 or fewer GCSEs at grades 3 to 1 (D to G), or equivalent, for a level 1 course
- 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course
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Apprenticeship
You might be able to become a water network operative by doing an intermediate or advanced apprenticeship in the water industry such as:
- Water Network Operative Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship
- Water Industry Network Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship
- Water Process Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Direct Application
There are no set entry requirements to get into this job.
Employers might prefer it if you have GCSEs in English and maths.
It could be useful if you have experience in construction, plumbing, building services engineering or plant maintenance.
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Further information
You can find out more about working and training in the water industry from Energy and Utilities Jobs.