Apprentice Plumbing Level 3

Summary

Ideal for individuals looking to build a career in the plumbing and mechanical services industry. Working alongside experienced engineers and plumbers at Laser Mechanical & Electrical, apprentices will gain practical, hands-on experience installing and maintaining plumbing and heating systems within residential/commercial developments.

Wage

£30,784 a year

Training course

Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 21 September 2026

Duration

4 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Combined with college-based learning, this apprenticeship will enable learners to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a qualified plumber and progress within the industry.

• Work alongside qualified plumbers and mechanical engineers on residential and commercial projects
• Assist with the installation of hot and cold-water services and drainage systems
• Learn how to install and maintain plumbing pipework and sanitaryware
• Support the installation of bathrooms, kitchens, water systems and mechanical services
• Assist with testing and commissioning plumbing installations
• Learn to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Support fault-finding and maintenance activities under supervision
• Follow health and safety requirements and company procedures at all times
• Maintain tools, equipment and a safe, organised working environment
• Attend college training sessions and successfully complete coursework
• Develop practical skills and industry knowledge while working as part of a professional team

Essential Application Criteria: (please state any qualifications, skills, experience, knowledge, and attributes candidates must have to help us filter the right candidates to you):

• GCSE A*-C/9-4 in maths and English (or equivalent functional skills)
• MUST LIVE IN TOWER HAMLETS!
• Site experience is necessary

Desirable Application Criteria: (Preferred but not essential qualifications, skills, experience, knowledge):

• Strong interest in plumbing and mechanical services
• Good practical and problem-solving skills
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Basic numeracy and attention to detail
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Where you'll work

UNIT 7
JAMES WHATMAN COURT
TURKEY MILL
ASHFORD ROAD
ME14 5SS

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE

Training course

Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)

What you'll learn

Course contents

• Comply with all relevant legislation including environmental, regulations, codes of practice and other relevant information and guidance when planning and performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be used when undertaking electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Carry out work in a tidy and safe manner, including restoration of the work area on completion of work.
• Apply relevant legislation; Building Regulations; industry guidance notes; relevant codes of practice, the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS7671) and other relevant standards while carrying out work.
• Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment.
• Apply and use necessary mathematical and scientific techniques, formulae, and calculations that underpin an electrician’s work.
• Use a range of tools, materials, equipment, and components, including prefabricated, relevant to performing electrical work in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
• Design, plan, set up, and install electrical and related electronic systems including terminating and connecting cables in electrical wiring systems, installations, and equipment in commercial, industrial, and residential installations.
• Inspect and test new and where applicable existing electrical Installations in industrial, commercial and residential environments using test equipment.
• Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques to identify, assess and resolve electrical faults in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
• Install electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
• Maintain electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
• Carry out and manage own work ensuring work is compliant to the standards required of an electrician working in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Record work including the completion and maintenance of work documentation, recording of test results and preparation of appropriate certification.
• Use relevant digital learning platforms and business communication and collaboration applications.
• Comply with all relevant legislation including environmental, regulations, codes of practice and other relevant information and guidance when planning and performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be used when undertaking electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Carry out work in a tidy and safe manner, including restoration of the work area on completion of work.
• Apply relevant legislation; Building Regulations; industry guidance notes; relevant codes of practice, the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS7671) and other relevant standards while carrying out work.
• Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment.
• Apply and use necessary mathematical and scientific techniques, formulae, and calculations that underpin an electrician’s work.
• Use a range of tools, materials, equipment, and components, including prefabricated, relevant to performing electrical work in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
• Design, plan, set up, and install electrical and related electronic systems including terminating and connecting cables in electrical wiring systems, installations, and equipment in commercial, industrial, and residential installations.
• Inspect and test new and where applicable existing electrical Installations in industrial, commercial and residential environments using test equipment.
• Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques to identify, assess and resolve electrical faults in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
• Install electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
• Maintain electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
• Carry out and manage own work ensuring work is compliant to the standards required of an electrician working in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Record work including the completion and maintenance of work documentation, recording of test results and preparation of appropriate certification.
• Use relevant digital learning platforms and business communication and collaboration applications.

Training schedule

The apprentice will attend Waltham Forest College as part of their apprenticeship training.

• 1 day per week at college
• On-site college-based training
• The remaining days will be spent working with Laser Mechanical & Electrical, gaining practical experience on live projects and developing occupational competence in the workplace
• Training will support the apprentice in building the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to successfully complete their apprenticeship

More training information

As part of the apprenticeship, you will work towards the Level 3 Plumbing Apprenticeship, including:

• Water Regulations/Water Fittings Regulations
• Unvented Hot Water Systems (G3)
• Gas Awareness
• Energy Efficiency and Low Carbon Technologies
• Safe Working Practices
• Health and Safety
• First Aid
• Installation and Maintenance of Plumbing Systems
• Testing and Commissioning

You will attend Waltham Forest College one day per week, with the remaining days spent at Laser Mechanical & Electrical gaining hands-on industry experience and applying your learning in a real working environment.

This apprenticeship will provide a recognised qualification, valuable practical experience and the technical skills required for a successful career in the plumbing and mechanical services industry.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade Level 4 - 9 or A-C)
• Mathematics (grade Level 4 - 9 or A-C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• health and safety awareness
• Willingness to Learn