Renewable Energy Electrical Apprentice

Equans UK & Ireland; Boston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Private GP appointments

Employee discount shopping

Cycle to work scheme

CSR days

Learning opportunities

Employee referral rewards

Employee networks

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Equans UK & Ireland is offering two Apprentice Electrician positions within Energy Solutions. You will learn on the job alongside experienced technicians, gain a recognised Electrical Apprenticeship qualification, and contribute to solar, BESS, and other renewable projects across the UK.

The programme combines structured training with hands-on site work, covering installation, testing, maintenance, and safety practices.

Qualifications

• GCSEs: 4 or more passes including Maths, English and Science.
• Interest in electrical engineering, renewable energy, or construction.
• Willingness to complete a recognised Electrical Apprenticeship qualification.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in apprenticeship training and complete required learning.
• Assist with installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and repair of solar PV systems and related electrical infrastructure.
• Support Electrical Technicians with routine and reactive maintenance across solar farm sites.
• Learn to safely isolate, inspect, fault-find and repair electrical equipment under supervision.
• Assist in maintaining inverters, transformers, switchgear, cabling and monitoring equipment.
• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, specs and manufacturers' instructions.
• Assist with inspection and testing of electrical installations per regulations and procedures.
• Support performance monitoring and troubleshooting to maximise solar output.
• Carry out site inspections and report defects or safety concerns.
• Maintain maintenance records, inspections and site documentation.
• Follow SHEQ procedures and safe systems of work.
• Develop understanding of renewable energy tech and best practices.
• Demonstrate positive attitude toward learning, teamwork, safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Interest in electrical engineering

Willingness to learn

Good communication

Teamwork

Health and safety commitment

Driving licence (UK)”

Education

GCSEs including Maths English Science

Job description

Equans UK & Ireland is offering two Apprentice Electrician positions within Energy Solutions. You will learn on the job alongside experienced technicians, gain a recognised Electrical Apprenticeship qualification, and contribute to solar, BESS, and other renewable projects across the UK.

The programme combines structured training with hands-on site work, covering installation, testing, maintenance, and safety practices.