Standard: ST1404
Version: 1.0
Funding: £27,000
Typical Duration: 48 months
EPA Period: 3 months
Sector: Water
Resources:
Summary
Available from 1 January 2026.
Water Industry Asset Maintenance Technicians keep essential water systems operating safely and efficiently. They work across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation, control and automation pathways to maintain and repair assets critical to water supply and treatment.
The Level 3 apprenticeship runs for 48 months plus a 3-month End-Point Assessment, which includes a multiple-choice test, observation with questions, and a portfolio-based interview. Replacing the Utilities Engineering Technician standard, this updated programme reflects current industry needs and was shaped by employer input, ensuring strong demand and relevance. As an EPAO, we’re leading delivery in a highly regulated, vital sector.
End-point Assessment Components
Observation with questions
Interview based on a portfolio of evidence
Multiple-choice test
Gateway Requirements
The stage of the apprenticeship where the apprentice, employer and training provider determine whether the apprentice is ready to undertake end-point assessment.
Apprentice must have achieved English and Mathematics in line with the apprenticeship funding rules.
Apprentice must have compiled and submitted an EPA portfolio of evidence, which the interview will be based on.
Why Energy & Environment Awards?
Personal Customer Support
Your personal contact means you get help and support when you want it – no call centres and no tickets.
Learning from Experience
After each cohort has finished their apprenticeships, we will set up ‘Learning from Experience’ meeting to ensure you are heard and we are always improving.
Resources for Success
Our added-value resources give you much more - all designed to help you prepare the apprentice for their end-point assessment.
Energy & Environment Awards are the one EPAO that gives me confidence that they know what they are doing and why they are doing it. They have everything in place to support the apprentice, employer and training provider which is amazing.