Electrical Apprentice
Salary: £16,640 a year
Training & Qualifications
Key Components of the Apprenticeship: Core Knowledge: Electrical principles, wiring systems, and installation techniques Health, safety, and environmental practices Electrical science and fault diagnosis Regulations, including the IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) Customer service and communication skills Practical Skills: Installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems Using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively Reading technical drawings, plans, and specifications Working on a variety of systems, such as lighting, power, fire alarms, and data networks
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Willing to Travel
Things to Consider
As per JIB guidelines all electrical apprentices must demonstrate and provide evidence from a qualified optometrist/optician of normal colour vision.
What You'll Do
Launch your career as a Electrical Apprentice with EMCOR (UK) LIMITED in the UK. Earn while you learn with hands-on training and a nationally recognised qualification.- Assist qualified electricians with the installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring, systems, equipment, and fixtures in residential, commercial, or industrial environments
- Support the assembly, installation, and connection of electrical components such as panels, lighting systems, outlets, circuit breakers, transformers, and appliances
- Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit accurately using appropriate hand and power tools
- Read and interpret technical documents, including blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and job specifications
- Help diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctioning electrical systems and components using test equipment to locate faults and support effective repairs
- Assist in inspecting electrical systems and components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustments and ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations
- Test electrical systems and circuits to verify continuity, compatibility, and safety
- Learn and apply local, state, and national electrical codes, as well as health and safety regulations
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organised, and safe condition
- Record accurate and detailed job completion documentation, including photographs, for handover and compliance purposes
- Contribute to general site duties, including labouring, tidying, and assisting with project logistics as required
- Ensure all tasks are carried out to the highest standard, in alignment with company values and quality expectations
- Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and clients, demonstrating professionalism and a commitment to customer service
- Attend off-the-job training (e.g., college, technical training provider) as part of your apprenticeship programme
- Support the company’s goals by carrying out any other reasonable tasks as requested by the line manager
About the Employer
We provide a range of customer-centric solutions through workplace transformation, integrated facilities management, project solutions, data-led asset management services and carbon reduction. We have a track record of success in some of the most complex and regulated workplaces in the UK – delivering services to industry sectors including life sciences, defence, nuclear, hi-tech manufacturing and central government. For both soft and hard services, we bring together the best experts, processes and technologies, to create long-lasting high-value solutions that not only enables our customers to work better, but also offers a better place for their people to work. We help customers transform their workplace by supporting the delivery of: effective safety and assurance solutions, integrating social value into your organisation and helping customers to embed authentic Equality, Diversity and Inclusion solutions whilst also supporting in developing goals that will genuinely contribute towar
Future Prospects
This is a permanent role. 90% of apprentices who complete their programme progress within the organisation, with further training opportunities to support their development.
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