Apprentice Electrician

NSG Environmental; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nuclear sector is offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Electrician to gain hands-on experience by working under qualified electricians. The role includes installing and maintaining electrical systems, working with various cable types, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have 5 GCSEs including English, Maths, and Science, and a BTEC in Electrical Installation. The position offers a unique start to a fulfilling career in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Install LV and ELV systems and equipment.
• Assist with testing and inspection of installed electrical systems.
• Work from electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Record work and maintain documentation.
• Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Team working

Physical fitness

Competent user of MS Office

Keen to learn

Education

5 GCSEs including English, Maths and Science (grade C/4 or above)

BTEC in Electrical Installation (grade Level 2)

Job description

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. Start your career as an Apprentice Electrician, working alongside qualified electricians and gaining hands on experience. What you'll do:

Responsibilities

• 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; comply with all relevant legislation including environmental, regulations, and codes of practice when planning and performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments
• Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when undertaking electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments
• Carry out work in a tidy and safe manner, including restoration of the work area on completion of work
• Apply relevant legislation, building regulations, industry guidance notes, and the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS7671) and other relevant standards while carrying out work
• Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment
• Apply and use necessary mathematical and scientific techniques, formulae, and calculations that underpin an electrician's work
• Use a range of tools, materials, equipment, and components, including prefabricated, relevant to performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments
• Design, plan, set up, and install electrical and related electronic systems including terminating and connecting cables in electrical wiring systems, installations, and equipment in commercial, industrial, and residential installations
• Inspect and test new and where applicable existing electrical installations in industrial, commercial and residential environments using test equipment
• Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques to identify, assess and resolve electrical faults in industrial, commercial and residential environments
• Install electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems
• Maintain electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems
• Carry out and manage one's own work ensuring compliance to the standards required of an electrician working in industrial, commercial, and residential environments
• Record work including the completion and maintenance of work documentation, recording of test results and preparation of appropriate certification
• Use relevant digital learning platforms and business communication and collaboration applications

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including English, Maths and science (grade C/4 or above)
• BTEC in Electrical installation (grade Level 2)
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Physical fitness
• Competent user of MS Office
• Keen to learn

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

NSG Environmental Ltd

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.