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The Plumbing Apprenticeship is delivered over a 2 year period. You will attend college one day a week.

As a Plumbing Apprentice you will install, service and repair plumbing systems in homes and businesses. Depending on whether you work in domestic, industrial or commercial premises, your duties will include:

· Installing and repairing water supplies, heating systems and drainage

· Servicing gas and oil-fired central heating systems, boilers and radiators

· Installing and fixing domestic appliances like showers and washing machines

· Servicing air conditioning and ventilation units

· Fitting weather-proof materials, joints and flashings to roofs, chimneys and walls

You will usually work up to 40 hours a week. Some employers offer a 24 hour call out service, which will involve working unsociable hours.

You could work indoors, often in confined spaces, or outdoors in all weather conditions.

You will need the ability to follow technical drawings and plans and have good practical skills. Problem solving skills and a careful and methodical approach to work will also be beneficial. An understanding of health and safety issues and legal regulations are very important.

Job Roles: Plumber

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME
NVQ Level 2 – For learners new to this profession

Mandatory Units

· Maintain the safe working environment when undertaking plumbing work activities

· Maintain effective plumbing working relationships

· Contribute to the improvement of the plumbing work environment

· Install non-complex plumbing systems and components

· De-commission non-complex plumbing systems

· Maintain non-complex plumbing systems and components

Extras

· You will need to acquire a Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS) card for site work

· Induction workbook