Apprentice Electrician x 2 Leyland, England
Job description
ABOUT US
Progress Housing Group is a not for profit housing provider that owns and manages over 10,000 homes. We have been delivering housing-related services to communities for over 25 years. We are also one of the UK's leading supported living providers for people with autism and learning disabilities.
We operate mainly in Lancashire but offer supported living services nationwide as well as delivering key worker accommodation in Lincolnshire.
Although the Group is made up of a number of business streams, we operate as one team.
‘Having a positive impact on people and communities by providing high-quality homes, supporting independence and creating opportunities.’ – Our shared mission
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
A fantastic opportunity to ‘earn while you learn’ with one of our new Property Services apprenticeships.
We are looking for an Electrician apprentice to join our busy Property Services team, delivering a range of repairs and maintenance services to our customers.
Alongside your day-to-day duties, you will complete the Electrician Apprenticeship. This is a nationally recognised qualification and the primary objective of the Electrician Apprentice is to learn and understand how to carry out highly skilled electrician and maintenance skills and knowledge such as recognising problem sources and how to repair them and put in preventative measures where possible.
We will also have more exciting opportunities for further apprenticeships at Progress Housing Group for Joiners, Plumbing and Heating and Plasterers, in the upcoming weeks. So please check our careers site to learn more when they are advertised!
WHAT WILL THE RIGHT PERSON LOOK LIKE?
We need you to be hardworking, customer focused, willing to learn and committed to always working to the best of your ability. You will be self-motivated, passionate about the work you do and have a positive ‘can do’ attitude.
In return, you will be given a fabulous opportunity to work directly with our highly skilled operatives, learning a trade, whilst studying for a national qualification and attending college on block and day release..
We will support you throughout your apprenticeship, ensuring you have everything you need to achieve your goals and ambitions of becoming a full qualified tradesperson.
WHY WORK FOR US?
We are genuine in everything we do with a focus on people, we treat everyone fairly, understanding all diverse needs and strengths. We look for innovative solutions, and ideas to overcome challenges within the business. We hire knowledgeable individuals to ensure we excel in all we do. Providing the best customer service possible. We are honest, friendly and caring with a genuine enthusiasm and energetic way of working. We work in partnership with our colleagues and tenants to achieve a better community for all.
People Focused – Collaborative – Forward Thinking – Expert – Genuine
Our Benefits
- Up to 35 holidays per year – with the option to buy or sell leave!
- Birthday leave – take a day’s leave for your birthday
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and adoption packages
- Carers leave – we’re here to support you
- 1 paid voluntary day a year – chances to give back to the community
- Enhanced occupational sick pay
- Match contribution pension scheme
- Work life balance – what works best for you and the group
- Training & Development opportunities - allowing you to learn and succeed
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on their career and work within a fast paced service. Please apply to hear some more!
Progress Housing Group values equality and works to provide a fair and inclusive environment for a workforce that is as diverse as the communities it serves. We want to further increase the diversity of our workforce, in particular the number of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic employees and disabled employees at all levels of the organisation. This advert is open to all applicants, and we would particularly welcome applications from candidates identifying with one or both of those characteristics.
We’d especially like to hear from anyone living in one of our homes or communities. For further support contact our Progress Futures team, this is a free service for Progress Housing Group tenants that helps them access training, apprenticeships and employment support to improve their job prospects and achieve their goals.
Additional Information
To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please click on the job description to view the job description and person specification.
Application Closing Date: 11:59am Wednesday 14th
Interview Date: June 22nd – June 28th 2023
Please note on the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately.
