Technical Apprenticeships

Vital Energi Utilities Limited; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company committed to shaping the UK’s Net Zero future through their Technical Apprenticeship Programme in Building Services Engineering. Candidates will gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals while developing valuable skills in areas such as project management and technical reporting. Successful apprentices benefit from a competitive salary and comprehensive employee perks.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Company Pension Scheme

Gym and wellbeing centre at Blackburn Head Office

Discounted gym membership

Vital Perks retail discount scheme

Qualifications

• Required GCSE or equivalent qualifications in essential subjects.
• A strong foundation in project management systems desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of building services design principles.
• Manage day-to-day activities on site related to skills.
• Assist in testing and commissioning activities.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths

GCSE or equivalent in Science and Design & Technology

Job description

Develop a knowledge and understanding of building services design principles in a variety of engineering business contexts.

Applications for our 2025 cohort are now closed

Take a look at our Technical Apprenticeship Programme here

Overview

Level 3 in Building Services Engineering Technician 2022.

This will enable you to develop a knowledge and understanding of various building services design principles used in electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems along with project management, technical reporting and communication skills.

Working on various low-carbon energy projects, you will be helping us to shape the UKs Net Zero future.

Find out more about our Technical Programme, below.

Technical Apprenticeships - The Detail

In this section, you'll find all you need to know about our Technical Apprenticeships Programme. Just click on each of the questions to show the answers.

As part of a 3 month work placement across all departments, you'll be working with a team of experienced Designers, Project Managers, Engineers, and Commercial Managers. You will have fantastic opportunities to experience all aspects of the business, learning as you go.

Working Alongside Your Supervisor/mentor You Will

• Develop knowledge and understanding of building services design principles
• Use project management systems during the construction process in order to ensure projects are delivered on time and to budget
• Work alongside the commercial team to understand contractual agreements, review the financial performance of a project and support the procurement process
• Understand Health & Safety requirements and how to comply with safe working practices
• Manage day to day activities on site which are relevant to your skills, training and experience
• Assist testing and commissioning activities on site
• Produce technical reports using engineering terminology
• Develop your communication skills by delivering Heath & Safety tool box talks, liaising with sub-contractors and producing project reports
  
  

At the end of the programme you will receive an Advanced Level 3 Building Services Engineering Technician 2022 qualification.

The qualification will be delivered by a college, which you will attend on a day release basis.

Your annual salary will be £15,000 - £16,500 dependent on location, with regular pay reviews.

A normal working week would be Monday to Friday 8am 5pm, totalling 40 hours per week.

Once qualified, apprentices will progress on to a Level 4 or Degree Apprenticeship in a specialist area such as Quantity Surveying, Building Services, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering.

But it doesnt stop there! At Vital Energi we also have various employee training programmes, as we are committed to helping you progress along your desired pathway in your early career journey.

GCSE or equivalent (Grade 4 or above) in English and MathsEssential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent (Grade 4 or above) in Science and Design & TechnologyDesired qualifications

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This role may require periods of working away from home. All travel and hotel costs are subsidised by Vital Energi.

In addition to your salary, you'll also be entitled to our employee benefits which include:

• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays; additional holidays awarded in line with length of service
• Option to purchase/sell additional holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Contributory Company Pension Scheme
• Gym and wellbeing centre at Blackburn Head Office
• Discounted gym membership across the UK
• Vital Perks a retail discount scheme
  
  

Please feel free to email us at [email protected] with any other questions you may have. We'll be happy to help!

Award-Winning Apprentices

Aidan Whetham

Aidan quit his Sports Studies degree at University in favour of an apprenticeship at Vital Energi. Now in the 2nd year of his apprenticeship Aidan has claimed the BSE won both the Technician/Project Engineer Apprentice category and the overall BESA National Apprentice of the Year Award.

Award-Winning Apprentices

Harvey Hudson

Technical Apprentice Harvey Hudson has worked in various departments across Vital Energi and also been on-site on major projects such as the New Cross Hospital solar farm. Harvey won the level 3-4 CIBSE Apprentice of the Year award.

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