Electrical Apprentice

Enthusiastic apprentice gaining hands-on experience in industrial electrical installation, maintenance, and testing. Developing practical skills in containment systems. Cabling. Control circuits. Fault finding. Building knowledge of electrical design and inspection to BS7671 standards. Committed to learning, safety, and high-quality workmanship with a strong interest in progressing toward a fully qualified industrial electrician role.

Training:

Once a month day release to Gateshead College.

Training Outcome:
Opportunity to progress from apprenticeship/trainee level to a fully qualified industrial/installation electrician. Development into specialist areas such as electrical design, control systems, automation, or inspection & testing. Potential to gain industry-recognised qualifications (NVQ Level 3, AM2, 18th Edition, CompEx, etc.). Long-term career growth into supervisory, project management, or engineering roles. Continuous professional development through structured training and on-the-job experience.

Employer Description:
Active Electrical Services (N.E.) Ltd is an electrical contracting company operating in the industrial and commercial sectors. Their services include: • Industrial Electrical Projects: Main electrical intakes up to 5 MVA, turnkey factory installations, installation of automated production lines and large machines. • Distribution Systems: Installation of distribution busbars, “tap-off” busbars up to 5000A. • Design Work: Electrical installation design. • Controls & Automation: Control panel build (CE marked), process automation, BMS electrical installations, energy monitoring systems. • Test & Inspection: Electrical testing and inspection work in accordance with relevant standards. Strengths / Key Features • Offers a broad range of industrial electrical capability — from control/automation to large power distribution systems. • Experienced in both design & installation, which helps with providing turnkey solutions. • Attention to quality, documentation, and future expandability are emphasised. • Operates mainly in the North East but “nationwide in many disciplines” within electrical contracting

Working Hours :
Working week: 40. Monday to Friday 8.00 to 4.30pm with 30mins for lunch.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Driving License,Hand skills