Apprentice Electrical Technician

Nuclearinst; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuclearinst is offering an Electrical Technician Apprenticeship based in Cambridge. You will learn to build and test machinery, follow schematics, and assist with on-site installations and modifications.

This role provides development toward a permanent position upon successful completion of the programme. Expected to undertake the Engineering Fitter Level 3 Apprenticeship with day-release study at West Suffolk College, progressing through practical training and technical coursework in a

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Electrical Fitter Level 3 Apprenticeship and commit to completing the programme.
• Willingness to learn electrical build, testing, commissioning and fault finding.
• Attend day-release study and maintain high attendance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the electrical build of machinery under supervision and to project requirements.
• Understand and follow electrical schematics and build documentation.
• Participate in electrical testing, commissioning and fault finding.
• Attend customer sites to install machines and implement modifications.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering Fitter Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Electrical schematics

Crimping tools

Soldering irons

Job description

Founded in 1979, we have delivered over 1000 solutions, transforming client’s operations in industries from pharmaceutical and nuclear to research and academia.

We are committed to developing our apprentices and, subject to business requirements and performance, there may be the opportunity to progress into a permanent Electrical Technician position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Further development and career progression opportunities may also be available within the business.

Main Roles and Responsibilities:

Machinery Electrical Build:

• Assist in the electrical build of machinery under appropriate supervision and to the project specific requirements.
• Understand & follow electrical schematics and build documentation.
• Participate in electrical testing, commissioning and fault finding.
• Attend customer sites to install machines and implement modifications.

Learning & Development:

• Complete electrical apprenticeship coursework to a high standard.
• Achieve a high level of attendance with day release/off-site study.
• Develop core electrical skills (e.g. crimping, soldering & cable termination).
• Build an understanding of company standards and safe working practices.

Communication:

• Work collaboratively with all colleagues to support machine builds.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and managers (e.g. progress reports and skill sharing).
• Contribute positively to a professional working environment.

Flexibility & Additional Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage workload in a fast-paced environment with competing and unpredictable priorities.
• Adapt priorities to meet business or client needs at short notice.
• Provide ad hoc support and specialist input as required.
• Undertake additional duties or lead projects, where aligned with the general responsibilities of the role.
• The learner will be studying the Engineering Fitter Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
• Day release to West Suffolk College.

Monday - Friday: Required to be in the business during core hours 9:30am-15:30pm.