Apprentice Electrician

Attend college to undertake and pass Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification (5357-03). By the end of the apprenticeship, the candidate will have satisfied the requirements for registration as Eng Tech by the Engineering Council. To carry out a wide range, repairs and installation electrical works to tenanted properties. In accordance with wiring regulations and electricity at work safe working practices. To work under supervision to diagnose faults and rectify them in an appropriate and effective manner. To liaise closely with Senior Field Supervisor(s) about matters that could impact the delivery of an effective and efficient repairs service. To work closely with the works schedulers. To ensure all paperwork and the job control system is completed and updated to ensure accurate records are kept. Under supervision develop skills to accurately account for all materials used in carrying out repairs, and to maintain an adequate van stock. To regularly maintain and clean all issued tools and equipment. To actively promote and adhere to procedures and in particular those concerning health and safety. To develop and maintain communication channels with a range of differing groups of people, including external agencies. Liaise with the Community Housing Officers to ensure excellent working relationship are developed and maintained. Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation in respect of role.

Training:
The apprentice will be working towards the Level 3 Installation Electrician Apprenticeship Standard, including the City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification. College attendance will be at the Colchester Institute - Colchester Campus one day per week during term time.

Training Outcome:

Potential to progress to role of Multiskilled Operative – Electrician within Colchester Borough Homes when apprenticeship is complete.

Employer Description:
Colchester Borough Homes is an Arm’s Length Management Organisation (ALMO) set up by Colchester City Council in 2003. We are an award-winning organisation and provide management and maintenance services to around 7,000 residential, commercial and public buildings in the local area on behalf of the Council. This includes the Council’s housing stock, Colchester Castle, and the Town Hall. CBH’s overall aspiration is to be the trusted choice for local housing, property, and community services. We plan to do this by delivering services that are valued by our customers and serving our communities. Getting the best from our people is essential in enabling us to achieve this goal. Our people are our greatest asset, and you will play a vital role in that mission. We have a workforce of just over 200 people working in a wide variety of roles to enable the delivery of our services. We are a people focussed organisation and seek to ensure that we enable our staff to perform and do the best job possible, and to make CBH a great place to work. As a result of this focus, we have been awarded the prestigious Gold Investors in People award again in 2021. We need driven, capable, and motivated people to work as part of our team to ensure that we deliver excellent services to our customers. Further details about employee benefits can be found at https://cbhomes.org.uk/about-us/who-we-are-what-we-do/cbh-careers/employee-benefits/

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 8am - 4:30pm, with a half hour lunch break.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Non judgemental