Electrical Maintenance Apprenticeship

During your first 18 months at AWE, you will train in our Skills Academy, as well as attend day release at college.

This is where you learn all about electrical theory, cabling and wiring infrastructure. You will then go on to individually produce around 40 small projects, where you will be involved in designing, installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems. 

After 18 months you will join the qualified trades people onsite where you will receive on-the-job training as an electrical engineer. Typically, this will involve six separate three-month placements, which will broaden your electrical knowledge and expose you to the full spectrum of our plant and facilities.

These placements can include facility engineering, electrical utilities, and design compliance, & lightning protection systems.

Training:

During your first 18 months at AWE, you will train in our Skills Academy, as well as attend day release at college. After 18 months you will join the qualified trades people onsite where you will receive on-the-job training as an electrical engineer. Typically, this will involve six separate three-month placements, which will broaden your electrical knowledge and expose you to the full spectrum of our plant and facilities. These placements can include facility engineering, electrical utilities, and design compliance, & lightning protection systems.

Training Outcome:

There are numerous electrical maintenance roles on site such as power distribution systems installation, electrical testing and inspection, maintenance on both high and low voltage systems and work on lightning protection systems. You will have the oppurtunity to work across the different roles and choose where you'd like to work the most.

Employer Description:
For nearly 72 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK’s ultimate deterrent – Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions. Our role in nuclear defence and what we do to support the UK’s nuclear deterrent, is vital in defending our country from the most extreme threats and to keeping the peace.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday: 8.25 hours Alternate Fridays: 8 hours TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Health & Safety Aware,Passion & Motivation