Electrical Apprentice

What the apprentice do at work:

Assist qualified electricians with installing, testing and maintaining electrical systems in domestic, commercial and industrial environments Carry, load and prepare tools, materials and equipment for daily tasks Read and follow electrical plans, drawings and method statements Help diagnose and repair electrical faults under supervision Learn to safely work at height, using ladders, mobile platforms and access equipment Travel to different sites, sometimes early mornings and occasionally stay away from home when required Keep the work area tidy and clean, including cleaning up at the end of the day or after specific jobs Follow health and safety procedures, wear PPE and support safe working practices on site Learn and prepare for electrical exams, including Health & Safety and CSCS requirements Assist in setting up temporary electrics on site and connecting equipment Help with testing circuits using meters and recording results accurately Carry heavy loads such as cable drums, ladders, conduit and tools when required Work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions from senior electricians Learn to use hand tools (screwdrivers, cutters, crimpers) and power tools (drills, saws, grinders) safely Support with installing cable containment systems such as tray, trunking and conduit Purchase and look after basic tools needed for work once required Understand that the apprenticeship can take up to 4 years and includes training, exams and on-site learning Be prepared to work varying hours depending on projects and deadlines

Training:

The apprentice will attend Walsall College, Green Lane Campus one day per week for their off-the-job training. 

If Functional Skills in maths or English are required, the apprentice may be asked to attend an additional day per week until these are achieved. 

All remaining training, skills development and on-site assessments will take place in the workplace with support from the employer and a college assessor.

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices may be offered a full-time position with UK Electrical, who are a well-established and committed employer of apprentices.
Qualified electricians can progress into roles such as Approved Electrician, Site Supervisor, Team Leader or move into specialist areas such as testing and inspection, renewable energy or electrical design.

Employer Description:
About UK Electrical Installations (Midlands) Ltd UK Electrical Installations (Midlands) Ltd is a well-established electrical contractor based in Walsall, delivering high-quality electrical services across commercial, industrial and residential sectors. The company works on a wide range of projects, including new builds, refurbishments, maintenance and specialist installations. We are a large employer of apprentices and strongly believe in developing new talent through hands-on training, professional qualifications and long-term career opportunities. Apprentices work alongside experienced electricians, gaining practical skills, industry knowledge and exposure to real-site environments. Our team prides itself on reliability, high standards of workmanship, health and safety, and delivering excellent service to clients across the Midlands and beyond.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (40-hour contract). Flexibility is required, as travel to site may occasionally mean starting earlier or finishing later than these core hours

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness