Flood Risk Apprentice

Directorate

Housing, Regeneration and Operations

Section

Highways/Flood Risk Management

Location

Civic Centre

Grade

Apprenticeship

Salary

Under 21 National Minimum Wage £10.85 per hour, 21 and over National Living Wage £12.71 per hour

Hours

37 hours per week

Contract type

5 year fixed term contract

This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.

About us

Weare a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.

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The Role

Are you passionate about the environment, flood risk management, and sustainable drainage? Do you want to contribute towards shaping the future of a growing city? Stoke-on-Trent City Council is looking for a Flood Risk Management Apprentice to help us tackle the increasing challenges of flood risk and surface water management.

This is a five-year post which will be completed as part of a level 6 apprenticeship.

The successful candidate will gain a comprehensive understanding of flood risk management, develop valuable technical and professional skills, achieve a recognised level 6 qualification, and make a meaningful contribution to protecting communities from flood risk while building a rewarding career within Stoke-on-Trent City Council. Please review the Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications requirements prior to applying to ensure you meet the entry requirements. Interviews will be promptly held early August 2026.

Key Responsibilities

· Assist in delivering the Council’s duties as a Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA)

· Assist in investigating local flooding incidents and drainage issues

· Assist with responding to planning applications, land drainage consents, flooding incidents

· Assist with data collection, reporting, and analysis of key flood risk infrastructure in across the city

· Assist with the development of flood alleviation projects and studies

· Familiarise, learn, and apply relevant legislation and industry standards

· Collaborate with key stakeholders and contribute to towards managing flood risk