Electrical Apprentice

Tradebe Environmental Services; Morecambe; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Contributory Pension

Flexible benefits platform

Job summary

Tradebe in Heysham is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to support qualified electricians with installation, repair and upkeep of electrical systems on various sites. You will learn to interpret blueprints, run wiring and connect components under supervision.

This apprenticeship offers hands-on training, safety‑driven practice, a clear development path, and a competitive starting salary with pension and flexible benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate required mechanical, numerical and verbal reasoning to undertake an apprenticeship.
• Demonstrable curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Basic understanding of electrical theory and principles.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in electrical installation — Support electricians in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment across residential, commercial, or industrial sites.
• Interpret technical documents — Learn to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics to support accurate project execution.
• Install electrical components — Help with fitting switches, outlets, circuit breakers, and other electrical devices under supervision.
• Use tools safely — Develop proficiency with hand and power tools required for electrical work, ensuring proper handling and care.
• Test and troubleshoot systems — Assist in diagnosing issues, performing tests, and identifying faults in electrical systems and equipment.
• Follow safety standards — Ensure all tasks are completed safely and in compliance with industry regulations, codes, and company policies.
• Maintain work areas — Keep job sites clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Communicate with the team — Work effectively with electricians, apprentices, and supervisors to support smooth project operations.
• Develop trade skills — Continuously build knowledge and hands‑on skills as you progress through the electrical apprenticeship program.

Job description

Electrical Apprentice

Description:

Discover Tradebe

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses with the commitment of creating a more sustainable planet and making significant contributions to human wellbeing.In the UK, we are leaders focused on recycling, energy recovery and circular economy, managing all different environmental liabilities in a sustainable way.

What will you do? Make an impact!

Tradebe is seeking to add an electrical apprentice to our team in Heysham. Responsible for supporting qualified electricians with the installation, repair, and upkeep of electrical systems. In this role, you’ll develop the ability to interpret blueprints, run and secure wiring, and connect a variety of electrical components. You’ll also be required to adhere to all safety standards and regulations while working on active job sites.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in electrical installation — Support electricians in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment across residential, commercial, or industrial sites.

• Interpret technical documents — Learn to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics to support accurate project execution.

• Install electrical components — Help with fitting switches, outlets, circuit breakers, and other electrical devices under supervision.

• Use tools safely — Develop proficiency with hand and power tools required for electrical work, ensuring proper handling and care.

• Test and troubleshoot systems — Assist in diagnosing issues, performing tests, and identifying faults in electrical systems and equipment.

• Follow safety standards — Ensure all tasks are completed safely and in compliance with industry regulations, codes, and company policies.

• Maintain work areas — Keep job sites clean, organized, and free of hazards.

• Communicate with the team — Work effectively with electricians, apprentices, and supervisors to support smooth project operations.

• Develop trade skills — Continuously build knowledge and hands‑on skills as you progress through the electrical apprenticeship program.

Do you have what it takes?

The successful applicant will:-

• Demonstrate the required mechanical, numerical and verbal reasoning to undertake an apprenticeship.
• Demonstrable curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Basic understanding of electrical theory and principles.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and safety procedures.

What’s in for you?

• Competitive salary of £26,437
• Contributory Pension
• Flexible benefits (access to our benefits platform for discounts and cash back on shopping purchases, gyms and leisure activities, cycle to work scheme and dedicated wellbeing centre)

Tradebe is committed to guaranteeing selection processes based on merit and skills free of any bias based on age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or nationality. We believe in equal opportunities, and we work for it.