Electrical Apprentice

Eurobioimaging; Exeter; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowances

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Job summary

University of Exeter invites applications for an Electrical Apprentice (Level 3) within the Estates Electrical Maintenance team at the Streatham Campus. The role starts September/October 2026 and combines hands-on work with academic study at Exeter College, alongside dedicated mentorship.

You will train in fault diagnosis, wiring installations, testing and commissioning while working with qualified electricians, the Chargehand and the Electrical Team Leader.

Qualifications

• Enrolment in Level 3 Installation and Maintenance Electrician course at Exeter College.
• On‑the‑job training with qualified electricians in Estates Electrical Maintenance.
• Develop fault finding, wiring, testing and commissioning skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fault diagnosis and electrical maintenance tasks.
• Carry out wiring installations, testing and commissioning under supervision.
• Collaborate with Chargehand and Electrical Team Leader for guidance.
• Work 36.5 hours over 5 days, including 1 day at Exeter College.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Wiring installations

Testing

Commissioning

Education

Level 3 Installation and Maintenance Electrician course

Job description

About The Role

Electrical Apprentice

Salary Details

The starting salary will be from £26,965.00 on Grade C, Apprentice.

Package Details

Generous holiday allowances, flexible working, pension scheme.

Estate Services - Maintenance Operations

This full-time post is available immediately on a permanent basis. Working 36.5 hours over 5 days Monday to Friday, including 1 day at Exeter College.

Summary of the Role

We are pleased to announce an opening for an Electrical Apprentice (Level 3) within our Estates Electrical Maintenance team, based at the Streatham Campus. Starting September/October 2026, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career.

You will be enrolled in the Level 3 Installation and Maintenance Electrician course at Exeter College, combining high-quality academic training with hand-on professional experience. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will develop the practical skills necessary to succeed, including fault diagnosis, wiring installations, testing, and commissioning.

You will work directly alongside qualified electricians and receive dedicated support from our Chargehand and Electrical Team Leader, ensuring you have the mentorship needed to thrive in your professional journey.

On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will have gained valuable skills, experience, and there may be opportunities to continue your career working at the University of Exeter.

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.

Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).

We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City.

We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.

With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.

Benefits

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 39 days leave per year
• numerous discounts at leading retailers
• onsite gyms on all of our campuses and a cycle to work scheme
• sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy

Visa and Sponsorship Information

Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post will not qualify for university sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If you are a migrant worker, you will need to ensure you have a visa which permits the right to work in the UK. Further details can be found on the Home Office website - https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas. If you are an existing Skilled Worker visa holder, we may be able to sponsor and will review the transitional arrangements - https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/certificate-of-sponsorship-before-4-april-2024

About Us

Transform Your Career and Help Shape a Greener, Healthier, and Fairer Future

We are committed to understanding different cultures and perspectives, supporting diverse leadership, and striving for social justice. We encourage applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities. Our inclusive, merit-based recruitment processes seek to embrace a diverse set of experiences to ensure colleagues feel supported equitably. With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, we foster a culture where everyone can thrive.

You can read more about our current accreditations and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here, including our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.

Why our colleagues love working here

• Flexible working opportunities and leading parental leave initiatives
• Generous annual leave (39-41 days including bank holidays)
• Competitive pension contributions
• A genuine dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of all colleagues - see initiatives here
• Sustainability and the environment being at the heart of what we do