Engineering Maintenance Technician Level 4 Apprentice - Stornoway

BT Group; Stornoway; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is offering an Engineering Maintenance Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship in Stornoway. This paid apprenticeship lasts 3 years and includes hands-on training, a company van, and support to gain industry qualifications. Candidates should have two A-Levels and five GCSEs, including English and Maths. The role involves practical work on power and cooling systems to keep networks operational.

Benefits

Paid apprenticeship

Training from experienced engineers

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• A full manual driving licence is required.
• Must have GCSEs including English and Maths at required grades.

Responsibilities

• Learn to install, maintain, and repair power and cooling systems.
• Support engineers in maintaining network infrastructure.
• Travel to different sites for maintenance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Practical hands-on skills

Team player

Education

Two A-Levels with minimum CC grades

Five GCSEs at grades 4-9 (C or above)

Tools

Company van

Tools for maintenance

Job description

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Engineering Maintenance Technician Level 4 Apprentice - Stornoway, Stornoway

Client: BT Group

Location: Stornoway, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b3283f085685

Job Views: 13

Posted: 13.08.2025

Expiry Date: 27.09.2025

Job Description:

What you’ll be doing:

• Learning how to install, maintain, and repair key power and cooling systems.
• Working on low and high voltage systems, alarms, exchange generators, emergency lighting, cooling, and Power back supply.
• Supporting experienced engineers to keep BT’s network up and running – ensuring the UK stays connected.
• Traveling to different sites to keep our critical infrastructure in top condition.

What we’re looking for:

• Someone who is practical, hands-on, and loves problem-solving.
• A keen learner with an interest in Networks engineering, power systems, and technology.
• A full manual driving licence (as you’ll be driving a company van).
• You will need to be within 45 minutes of our location – Stornoway - HS1 2JA
• A team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to get stuck in.

What you’ll get in return:

• A paid apprenticeship with hands-on experience and a clear career path.
• A company van and all the tools you need to succeed.
• Training from experienced engineers and support to gain industry qualifications.
• The chance to work on real-world power and cooling systems that keep the UK’s internet working.

Hours: 37.5 hrs Monday - Friday

The apprentice training course: As a Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician, you’ll study for a Level 4 apprenticeship with Stoke College. You will attend college on a block release basis, approximately 10 blocks per year.

Duration: Your apprenticeship will last 3 years, with 20% of working hours dedicated to studying.

Start date: 8th September 2025

Qualifications needed: Two A-Levels with a minimum of CC grades and five GCSEs at grades 4-9 (C or above), including English and Maths. Maths must be grade 5 or higher (B or above). Equivalents accepted.

Join us to help power the future of connectivity. If you’re ready to start your engineering career, apply now and take your first step towards becoming a qualified maintenance field engineer.

Don’t meet every requirement?

Studies show that women, disabled individuals, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply unless they meet every qualification. We’re committed to diversity and inclusion. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t match all criteria, please apply anyway — you might be the right candidate. We will discuss this further at the interview stage.

Internal candidates must agree to the Terms & Conditions (including salary) of this Apprentice role.