Electrical Apprentice – Estates Craftsperson

About the role

Kick‑start your career in electrical engineering with a Level 3 Installation and Engineering apprenticeship. You will maintain and repair vital electrical systems across Trust sites, directly supporting safe, high‑quality patient care.

Key responsibilities

• Learn fault finding, maintenance and installation of electrical systems.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance across Trust sites.
• Work safely to HTM 06 and BS7671 Wiring Regulations.
• Carry out electrical testing, inspections and basic commissioning.
• Use hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment.
• Collaborate with Estates colleagues and clinical teams.
• Participate in on‑call and out‑of‑hours work after training.

Required profile

• GCSE Maths A*–C / 4–9 (or equivalent Level 2).
• Willingness to complete a Level 3 Electrical/Engineering apprenticeship.
• Enthusiastic, reliable and keen to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Comfortable working at height and in confined spaces.

Required skills

• Fault finding
• Electrical maintenance
• Electrical installation
• HTM 06 compliance
• BS7671 Wiring Regulations
• Electrical testing
• Electrical inspection
• Basic commissioning
• Hand tools
• Power tools
• Workshop equipment

What we offer

• Earn while you learn with a nationally recognised qualification.
• Hands‑on experience in a critical NHS environment.
• Supportive team and long‑term career development.
• Structured off‑the‑job training and statutory training.