Apprentice Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy services provider as an Apprentice Electrical Engineer in Nottingham. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in electrical systems while pursuing a Level 4 Building Services Engineering qualification. You'll work with experienced professionals and gain valuable skills in a dynamic environment, paving the way for a promising career.

Benefits

Medical Health Cover & Life Assurance

25 days of annual leave, plus 1 additional day for your birthday

Pension Scheme

Flexible benefits, retail discounts, technology, bikes

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.

Responsibilities

• Learn to prepare material schedules and procurement plans.
• Understand cost estimates and create subcontractor packages.
• Develop ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Five GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science

Level 3 Electrical Qualification

Job description

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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 will offer 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 have the chance to contribute to exciting projects that make a real impact.

If you’re eager to learn, grow, and gain multisite experience while developing the skills to contribute to the engineering solutions of tomorrow, 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 across 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, where you’ll receive structured training and support from day one, along with a formal qualification. Alongside a competitive salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job — it's a pathway to a promising future. Some of our key benefits include:

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

What you’ll be doing

• Learn how to prepare material schedules and procurement plans, ensuring materials and equipment are available on-site in line with project timelines.
• Understand how cost estimates are developed during tender stages and learn to create subcontractor packages, evaluate responses, and identify scope changes or gaps.
• Attend subcontractor meetings and reviews, assisting in coordinating with the project surveyor to ensure smooth delivery.
• Develop the ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and designs, checking for accuracy, standards compliance, and functionality.
• Gain a strong foundation in health and safety standards, ensuring safe working practices.
• Learn how to interpret key technical information, including specifications and industry 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. At Dalkia, we focus on delivering value to our customers through advanced engineering and energy solutions.

Our strength lies in the diversity and expertise of our people. We prioritize safety in everything we do, taking a proactive approach to ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of everyone we interact with.