Advanced Apprentice - Electrification E&P (Electrician) - Level 3

Siemens; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Siemens Mobility Rail Electrification in the UK offers an apprenticeship aligned to the LEVEL 3, Installation and Maintenance standard. You will work from York or Birmingham, travel nationwide, and complete a 54-month programme with block releases and mentoring.

You must be 18+ by the start date of 13 August 2027, hold a Category B driving licence, and meet pre-employment medical colour-vision criteria. A permanent role awaits on successful completion.

Qualifications

• GCSEs: at least 5 passes including English, Science and Maths (Grade 4/C or higher).
• A full driving licence covering Category B or larger by start date.
• Must meet colour vision requirements in pre-employment medical.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership while collaborating with others.
• Willingness to travel nationwide on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Support projects across Siemens Mobility Rail Electrification teams.
• Engage with teams to learn and apply skills on real-world railway projects.
• Deliver a Business Impact Project and present achievements during apprenticeship.

Skills

Apprenticeship

Travel readiness

Independent work

Education

GCSEs English/Science/Maths

Job description

Starting Salary: £16,000 plus Benefits

Location: York

Duration: 54 Months including Apprenticeship Assessment

Closing date: 31st December 2026 - Please note, we may close this advert earlier than advertised if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible

Please note, due to the nature of this role and the extensive travel requirements associated with this apprenticeship, we can only accept applications from candidates who will be 18 years of age or older by the apprenticeship start date of Friday 13 August 2027. Applicants must also hold a full driving licence covering Category B vehicles or larger by the start date. Unfortunately, candidates who do not meet both of these requirements will not be eligible to apply.

Imagine contributing to projects that help move millions of people every day?

At Siemens Mobility, we're developing innovative transport solutions that are transforming the future of rail and making travel more sustainable. Start your career at the heart of that journey!

Embark on your journey with us, combining hands-on experience with structured development. Through technical training, apprenticeship development days and mentoring, you'll built your skills working on meaningful projects. You'll collaborate with other apprentices across the business, present your achievements and deliver a Business Impact Project by proposing a change to a business process. You'll be aligned to a role in the business from day one, giving you clear focus for your development throughout the programme and a permanent role to move into upon successful completion of your apprenticeship.

As an Apprentice, you will be working towards the achievement of an apprenticeship standard, with defined knowledge, skills and behaviour criteria that will be developed throughout your programme with us and your training provider.

This role will align to the LEVEL 3, Installation and Maintenance apprenticeship standard.

https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0152-v1-2

The anticipated delivery model is block release in person, with an estimated apprenticeship duration of 54 months. The expected provider for this programme is York college.

Siemens Mobility Rail Electrification powers electric trains, trams, and metros worldwide by designing, installing, and maintaining all the necessary equipment, like substations and overhead lines. Their work ensures these vehicles get the electricity they need to run safely and efficiently, supporting modern electric transport and helping to reduce its environmental impact.

This role is based in the Electrification and Plant (E&P) Team. This team designs, builds and commissions the electrical infrastructure required to keep the railway running from the power supplies for the signalling system to the EV chargers in the station car park. The E&P team in on the front line of keep trains running right across the UK.

The role is site based out of our York or Birmingham offices. You will be expected to be available to travel nationwide at short notice to work on various projects (all travel expenses covered). This is a challenging role, in a motivated team who are key to keeping the UK’s railway running reliably!

You'll make a difference by:

• Always turning up keen to learn and apply yourself.
• Being motivated to always perform at your best in a variety of scenarios.
• Being willing to apply the knowledge you have gained through your education and experience to challenging situations to get the best outcome for the customer.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Candidates must have achieved at least 5 GCSE's at Grade 4/C in GCSE English, Science and Maths.
• A driving licence covering CAT B vehicles or larger.
• Applicants will need to meet the role's required colour vision standard, which will be assessed as part of the pre-employment medical.
• Ability to work independently, safely and responsibly; take ownership of challenges and ideas and are looking to develop your ability to drive and lead change
• Enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions

As part of our recruitment process, all applicants for apprenticeship positions will be required to provide proof of qualifications achieved, as well as any qualifications in progress, prior to any job offer being made. This ensures that candidates meet the necessary educational criteria for the role.

Transform The Everyday with us

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and transform the every day with us!

We are a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter, who will be happy to support you.

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