Apprentice Electrical Engineer

Dalkia UK; Derby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy services provider as an Apprentice Electrical Engineer. Gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 4 qualification. Enjoy structured training, mentorship, and a competitive salary, alongside various benefits.

Benefits

Medical Health Cover & Life Assurance

25 days of annual leave plus 1 day for your birthday

Pension Scheme

Flexible benefits, retail discounts, technology, bikes, and more

Discretionary annual salary reviews

Mentorship and support from experienced professionals

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include GCSEs and Level 3 Electrical Qualification.
• Willingness to travel across multiple sites in England.

Responsibilities

• Preparing material schedules and procurement plans.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings for accuracy.
• Developing a strong foundation in health and safety standards.

Skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Five GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science

Level 3 Electrical Qualification

Job description

We're currently looking for an Apprentice Electrical Engineer to join our talented team in Nottingham and embark on a dynamic career path in building services engineering.

This apprenticeship offers you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in electrical systems while studying towards a Level 4 Building Services Engineering Senior Technician qualification. You'll work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to exciting projects that make a real impact.

If you're eager to learn, grow, and gain multisite experience while developing skills to contribute to future engineering solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Who we're looking for

• Five GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science (Grade 4/C or above) essential
• Level 3 Electrical Qualification and Apprenticeship essential
• Willingness to travel and gain experience across multiple sites in the North and South of England.
• Right to Work in the UK

What's on Offer

Kickstart your career at Dalkia as an Apprentice Electrical Engineer with structured training, support from day one, and a formal qualification. Alongside a competitive salary and benefits, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills paving the way for future opportunities and career progression. Some key benefits include:

• Medical Health Cover & Life Assurance
• 25 days of annual leave plus 1 day for your birthday
• Pension Scheme
• Flexible benefits, retail discounts, technology, bikes, and more
• Discretionary annual salary reviews
• Mentorship and support from experienced professionals
• A structured learning pathway toward a Level 4 Building Services Engineering Senior Technician qualification (in partnership with Leeds College of Building)
• Block release learning at Leeds College of Building (1 week every 5 weeks)
• Opportunities to grow within a dynamic, fast-paced organisation

What you'll be doing

• Preparing material schedules and procurement plans to ensure timely availability of materials and equipment on-site.
• Understanding how to develop cost estimates during tender stages, creating subcontractor packages, evaluating responses, and identifying scope changes.
• Attending subcontractor meetings and reviews, assisting in coordinating with the project surveyor for smooth delivery.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and designs for accuracy and compliance.
• Developing a strong foundation in health and safety standards to ensure safe working practices.
• Interpreting technical information, including specifications and regulations, to support compliance and quality assurance.

About us

Dalkia UK is a leading provider of energy and technical services, delivering efficient and sustainable solutions across various sectors. As part of the EDF Group, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and people development. Our focus is on delivering value through advanced engineering and energy solutions.

Our strength lies in the diversity and expertise of our people. We prioritize safety in all we do, ensuring the health, safety, and wellbeing of everyone we interact with.