26-022 / 23 Apprentice - Electrical / Commissioning Engineer

NSG Environmental Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Reading is seeking Electrical Technicians and Commissioning Engineer Apprentices to learn and develop skills needed for installations, maintenance, and testing in a nuclear environment. Successful candidates will work alongside experienced electricians and engineers, gaining hands-on experience and starting a promising career while adhering to safety and quality standards. Minimum qualifications include 5 GCSEs at grade C or above and an interest in electrical systems. The work environment is supportive and collaborative.

Qualifications

• Completion of an electrical installation level 2 or equivalent training - Desirable.
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C / 4 or above, including English, Maths, and a science or technical subject - Essential.
• CSCS card for the relevant trade - Desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support qualified electricians in the installation, maintenance, repair, and testing of electrical systems.
• Perform first and second fixing works.
• Work from electrical schematics, diagrams, and drawings.

Skills

Interest in electrical installation, maintenance, inspection & testing

Competent user of MS Office

A keen to learn and work with electrical systems

Able to read and follow instructions and electrical drawings

Able to work well as a team member

Good communication with colleagues and contractors

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C / 4 or above

Completion of an electrical installation level 2 or equivalent training

Job description

Please use this application for both of the Apprentice roles

After submitting your CV, you will receive an application form which must be completed and returned by Sunday, 18th January. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all applicants

JOB TITLE - ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN / COMMISSIONING ENGINEER APPRENTICE

LOCATION - ALDERMASTON

DEPARTMENT - OPERATIONS

POSITION - Staff

CLEARANCE - DV

Working at NSG

NSG Environmental Ltd has been delivering work programmes in the nuclear industry for over 40 years. Traditionally in the areas of decommissioning and waste management, NSG now has a broad customer base and provides a wide spectrum of services across the nuclear project lifecycle, ranging from expert consultancy support, R&D and engineering design to rekit and refurbishment, site installation services and high-hazard physical decommissioning works, amongst others. This work is delivered at NSG's own offices and purpose-built facilities and nuclear sites across the UK. The delivery and management of these projects and programmes of work is carried out by a skilled workforce composed of both white-collar and blue-collar personnel in technical, administrative, and physical roles.

Our core values of Passion, Integrity, Challenge and Collaboration drive performance and ensure we add significant value. If joining us as a member of staff, we will support your professional development in an exciting and challenging work environment that will enable you to use, develop and hone your technical expertise in a supportive and collaborative working environment.

Electrical Apprentice

The Role

To learn and develop the skills needed to support qualified electricians working on the installation, maintenance, repair, and testing of electrical systems and equipment in a nuclear environment. Throughout the 4 year Level 3 Installation and Maintenance Electrician apprenticeship, the apprentice will follow technical drawings and Safe Systems of Work to carry out tasks safely and correctly under the guidance of experienced electrical personnel.

Key Objectives

Start your career as an Apprentice Electrician, working alongside qualified electricians and gaining hands on experience.

What you'll do :

• Install LV (Low Voltage) and ELV (Extra Low Voltage) systems and equipment
• Carry out cable installations including containment, trunking, and cable tray systems
• Perform first fixing works (installing back boxes, containment, cables, and conduit)
• Perform second fixing works (terminating cables, fitting accessories, and final connections)
• Work with different cable types including SWA, MICC, FP200, and singles in containment
• Assist with testing and inspection of installed electrical systems
• Work from electrical schematics, diagrams, and drawings
• Help ensure all work meets safety, regulatory, and legislative requirements
• Keep accurate records and documentation

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Completion of an electrical installation level 2 or equivalent training - Desirable
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C / 4 or above, including English, Maths, and a science or technical subject - Essential
• CSCS card for the relevant trade - Desirable
• Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace or equivalent - Relevant training will be provided if required

Experience & Knowledge

• Interest in electrical installation, maintenance, inspection & testing - Essential
• Familiar with practical, hands‑on work or workshop activities - Essential
• Awareness of basic health & safety - Essential
• Experience of technical, engineering, or construction environments (work experience or similar) - Desirable
• Basic understanding of electrical principles - Desirable
• Willingness to learn industry regulations and standards - Essential

Skills & Abilities

• Competent user of MS Office - Essential
• Keen to learn and work with electrical systems - Essential
• Can read and follow instructions and electrical drawings - Desirable
• Comfortable using hand and power tools safely - Desirable
• Maintain clear and organised records and documentation - Desirable
• Able to work well as team member - Essential
• Good communication with colleagues and contractors - Essential
• Awareness of quality and safety standards - Desirable

Commissioning Engineer Apprentice

The Role

This is a four year Level 3 Apprenticeship, where you'll work towards the Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician standard while learning how commissioning activities are delivered on real project sites. You'll be supported as you develop practical skills, gain hands‑on experience, and help the team make sure our projects are completed safely and to the highest standards of quality, environmental care, security, and contractual requirements.

Key Objectives

Start your career as an Apprentice Commissioning Engineer, working alongside experienced engineers and learning how new equipment and systems are brought safely into operation. You'll gain hands‑on, practical experience on site while working towards your Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician qualification through a structured training apprenticeship.

What you'll do :

• Support the team in preparing equipment and systems for testing and commissioning
• Help create and update simple documents such as plans, checklists, and instructions
• Assist with checking equipment is installed correctly before testing begins
• Take part in factory and site testing to make sure equipment works as expected
• Work with suppliers and subcontractors to gather information and review documents
• Help record results, keep documentation up to date, and report any issues to the project team
• Make sure all work follows safety, quality, environmental, and security requirements
• Communicate and work with different teams to help the project run smoothly

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Completion of a Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations or equivalent training - Desirable
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C / 4 or above, including English, Maths, and a science or technical subject - Essential
• Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace or equivalent - Relevant training will be provided if required

Experience & Knowledge

• Interest in how equipment and systems are tested and brought into operation - Essential
• Familiar with practical, hands‑on work or workshop activities - Essential
• Awareness of basic health & safety - Essential
• Experience of technical, engineering, or construction environments (work experience or similar) - Desirable
• Basic understanding of how mechanical, electrical, or control systems work - Desirable
• Willingness to learn commissioning processes, testing methods, and industry standards - Essential

Skills & Abilities

• Competent user of MS Office - Essential
• Keen to learn how commissioning, testing, and system checks are carried out - Essential
• Can read and follow simple technical instructions and drawings - Desirable
• Comfortable using basic hand tools safely - Desirable
• Able to keep clear, accurate, and organised records during testing - Desirable
• Able to work well as team member - Essential
• Good communication with colleagues and contractors - Essential
• Awareness of quality and safety standards - Desirable

NSG Environmental are a Disability Confident Committed Employer