Electrical Apprenticeship

Mercury Engineering; Goresbridge; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Engineering invites applicants for an Electrical Apprenticeship in the Dublin area. The program offers a seven-phase pathway with structured on- and off-the-job training at Mercury’s development centers and on-site assignments across Dublin.

The role requires Leaving Certificate with Maths and English, a safe pass, and compliance with SOLAS standards. Competitive apprentice rates apply, aligned with sectoral orders, with future opportunities in management and leadership paths.

Qualifications

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent required.
• Maths and English passes required (Leaving Certificate).
• Commitment to completing 7-phase apprenticeship and training program.
• Must meet age and safety requirements as stated in interview process.

Responsibilities

• Report to Foreperson and follow supervision.
• Work 39 hours per week with overtime as needed.
• Participate in SOLAS-based training and assessments.
• Complete 7-phase program with off-the-job and on-the-job training.

Skills

Leaving Certificate

Maths

English

Education

Leaving Certificate

Job description

Electrical Apprenticeship, Newbridge, Co. Kildare

Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions.

We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people,communitiesand businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty,time and time again.

We deliver our clients’ visions through leading edge construction solutions across multiple sectors,includingEnterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data CentresandFire Protection.

At Mercury, it is our duty to encourage and back our people to realise their vision of themselves. We place them at the heart of what we do,providingchallenging opportunities to develop withina great teamin a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential.

Scope of the Role:

Mercury is seeking Electrical apprentices to join us, working within Dublin and the greater Dublin region. Our apprenticeship opportunity offers a structured pathway through its seven phases and inhouse development programs, leading to potential management & professional roles upon completion, across various sectors of the business. Prior experience is not necessary. During the apprenticeship, Mercury will provide additional training in our dedicated Apprentice Development Centre in Dublin.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Reports to a Foreperson
• Work Schedule: 39 hours per week & overtime when requested.
• Apprenticeships are governed by SOLAS and are standards based. During your apprenticeship, you will be required to follow a specific course of training and undergo a series of assessments to confirm that you’ve reached the required standard.
• The apprenticeship consists of 7 phases: 3 off-the-job and 4 on-the-job. SOLAS and the Department of Education and Science have responsibility for providing the off-the-job training, whilst your on-the-job training will take place on site with Mercury. While attending off the job training, the apprentice will be required to complete a portfolio & series of exams, both theory & practical
• All apprentice rates are in line with the electrical & mechanical sectoral employment orders.

The Apprentice Plus Program has been developed by Mercury and the program runs alongside your apprenticeship, opening the gateway to future management and leadership.

Interview Process

• Interview #1- F2F
• Interview #2 – Practical
• Must have a valid safe pass card.
• Must have a valid manual handling certificate.
• Must be 17 years of age or over.
• Qualified to Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard.
• Must have five passes in the Leaving Certificate (Maths and English minimum requirement)
• Subject to interview and reference checks.
• Must have passed Ordinary level maths.

All applications for apprenticeships must be submitted with mandatory requirements listed above .

Interviews will not be considered without these requirements.

Subject to interview and reference checks

Mercury is an equal opportunities employer.