Electrical Installation and Maintenance Apprenticeship (Level 3) Swindon, Wiltshire, South West England, England
Job description
We believe that by working smarter and focusing on strategically driven initiatives that we can grow the local economy to build resilience in our communities.
The success of our vision depends on our fantastic employees and fostering the talent of the future. That is why we have this exciting opportunity for Apprentice Electrician.
The role
The primary role is to support the electrical repair and maintenance of council premises to works associated with other building trades to Swindon Borough Council standards and within Swindon Borough Council training matrix.
- Carry out repairs to the electrical systems.
- Understand and maintain electrical qualifications (BS7671)
- Demonstrate and understand the control of resources and stock
- Understand and demonstrate the principles of planned preventative maintenance
- Carry out repairs and reactive maintenance
- Understand the importance of customer service
Electricians install, maintain and repair electrical systems in industrial, commercial and domestic environments. Electricians might work in both indoor and outdoor settings. Electrical equipment and systems may include switchboards, motors, cables, fuses, thermal relays, fault current protection switches, heating, lighting, air conditioning and metering equipment as well as crime and fire alarm systems and renewable energy technologies. They are able to work on their own proficiently and work without immediate supervision in the most efficient and economical manner
You must be fluent in the English language (as a requirement of Part 7 of the Immigration Act “for the effective performance of a customer-facing role”).
For Swindon to thrive in the future, we need to lay the foundations now. It’s why our regeneration and transformation programmes are already underway. So, you’ll be joining us at an exciting time on our journey. We’ll look to you to share your knowledge, influence decisions and drive real, positive change. With your contributions, we’ll achieve our vision of a prosperous, re-vitalised Swindon by 2030 together. And you’ll be proud to say it was made better with you.
About you
- 4 GCSE’s at grade C or above including Math and English or able to demonstrate predicted grades.
- Numerate and literate
- Ability to learn and to apply knowledge in a practical setting
- Willingness to learn to drive - hold at least a provisional driving license, or will obtain a provisional driving license upon appointment and pass the SBC transport driver assessment.
- Some experience of dealing with the public
- Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people
- Can demonstrate the ability to solve practical problems
- Shows a basic understanding of the work of the relevant trade.
In addition, with our family friendly policies we help you get the most out of your family life by offering the following:
- Flexible and agile working
- Parental leave, adoption leave and compassionate leave
- Career breaks
- An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), for free advice from trained professionals
- Stress management programmes
- A commitment to the health and wellbeing of our employees
As an employee, you will receive a diverse and exciting environment in which to work, encouraging creativity and innovation whilst recognising the need to support ongoing personal development and a flexible work life balance.
Your next steps
Read the role profile and select the Apply button where you will be redirected to the Swindon Borough Council website to complete our online application process. Clicking the ‘Apply’ button on this job website is not an application, you must register on the Swindon Borough Council website in order to be considered for the role.
For further information about the role, please contact Graham Phillips, Electrical Manager, Building Services, email [email protected]
If you are experiencing technical issues submitting your application please email [email protected]
