Apprentice Electrical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Derby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of energy and technical services as an Apprentice Electrical Engineer in Nottingham. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in electrical systems while pursuing a Level 4 qualification. Benefit from structured training, mentorship, and competitive salary while contributing to impactful projects.

Benefits

Medical Health Cover & Life Assurance

25 days of annual leave plus your birthday off

Pension Scheme

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

Discretionary annual salary reviews

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Structured learning pathway towards Level 4 qualification

Block release learning at Leeds College of Building

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science.
• Level 3 Electrical Qualification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Preparing material schedules and procurement plans.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings.
• Maintaining health and safety standards.

Skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Five GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science

Level 3 Electrical Qualification

Job description

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 the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in electrical systems while studying towards a Level 4 Building Services Engineering Senior Technician qualification. You will work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to impactful projects.

If you’re eager to learn, grow, and develop multisite experience 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 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, and a formal qualification. Along with a competitive salary and benefits, you will gain valuable experience and skills for future career growth. Some key benefits include:

• Medical Health Cover & Life Assurance
• 25 days of annual leave plus your birthday off
• Pension Scheme
• Flexible benefits, retail discounts, technology, bikes, and more
• Discretionary annual salary reviews
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• A structured learning pathway towards 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 for growth within a dynamic organization

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 gaps.
• Attending subcontractor meetings and assisting in project coordination.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and designs for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintaining health and safety standards to ensure safe working practices.
• Interpreting technical information and industry regulations to support compliance and quality assurance.

About us

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

Our strength lies in our people’s expertise. We prioritize safety and wellbeing in all our activities.