Electrical Maintenance Apprentice

Bridgnorth Aluminium Ltd; Bridgnorth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgnorth Aluminium Ltd is seeking an apprentice for a Full Time Placement in electrical maintenance based at Shrewsbury College. This role involves carrying out preventative maintenance on electrical machinery and learning to diagnose faults under supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in electrical engineering, good problem-solving skills, and meet GCSE requirements in essential subjects. The position offers a structured training program with college placement one day per week.

Qualifications

• Assist in the collection of engineering data related to maintenance duties.
• Use of the CMMS system to plan maintenance activities.
• Completion of an Apprentice Logbook in association with NVQ3.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance activities on electrical machinery.
• Learn to diagnose and resolve electrical faults under supervision.
• Support testing and commissioning of electrical systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Commitment to safety

Education

GCSE Grades C or above in Mathematics, English, and IT

Job description

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities on electrical machinery and plant equipment.
• Learn to diagnose and resolve electrical faults under supervision.
• Support testing, inspection, and commissioning of electrical systems and controls.
• Assist with maintaining motors, control panels, sensors, wiring systems, lighting, and power distribution equipment.
• Use electrical testing equipment and tools safely and correctly.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Help identify faulty components and replace parts as required.
• Ensure machinery and electrical systems operate efficiently and safely.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and documentation.
• Follow electrical safety procedures, lockout/tagout procedures, and company health & safety regulations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant electrical standards and regulations.
• Support breakdown response activities and assist with emergency repairs when needed.
• Work collaboratively with engineering and production teams to minimise downtime.
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and free from hazards.
• Participate in apprenticeship training programmes and complete required coursework.
• Develop knowledge of PLC systems, control circuits, automation, and industrial electrical systems.
• Assist with continuous improvement projects to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Receives instructions from their Mentor to direct them in the completion of tasks in a timely and Safe manner.
• To become proficient in planned maintenance tasks, fault finding, and electrical breakdown repair.
• Understand and demonstrate hands on and analytical skills to assists the business in the electrical maintenance tasks.
• Carry out such tasks as Installations, design and manufacturing of control panels, fault finding and planned maintenance.
• To assist with repairs, planned maintenance and project work.
• Work with supervision on allotted tasks within nationally recognised regulations and company procedures, eg.I.E.E. Regulations.
• Keep areas of work in a clean and tidy condition.
• Ensure safe working practices are understood and adhered to.
• To ensure that logs are kept of planned maintenance activities, and that job cards are completed as appropriate, and the CMMS system is kept up to date with the planned maintenance tasks.

Working Hours

1st year, Full Time Placement at Shrewsbury College - Final Year, Onsite Mon - Fri 40 hours including 1 day per week college placement

Requirements

• Assist in the Collection of engineering data related to Maintenance Duties and Responsibilities
• Use of the CMMS system to pan the maintenance activities and produce accurately generated work records
• Completion of Apprentice Logbook in association with the NVQ3
• Adhere to all applicable HSE regulations, BAL safety policies and procedure
• GCSE Grades at C or above for Mathematics, English and Information Technology

Advantageous Skills and Experience

• Strong interest in electrical engineering and maintenance
• Good problem-solving and fault-finding abilities
• Basic understanding of electrical principles and safety practices.
• Ability to work carefully and accurately with electrical equipment
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to health & safety and continuous learning
• Assist electrical engineers and maintenance technicians with the installation, servicing, and repair of electrical systems and equipment.