Electrical Apprentice

Summary

RS Electrical is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Electrical Apprentice to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career while gaining hands-on experience alongside qualified electricians on a wide range of domestic, commercial and industrial projects. 

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

Training course

Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday - hours to be discussed at interview.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 5 October 2026

Duration

4 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Purpose of the Role To support the delivery of electrical installations, maintenance and reactive works across a diverse range of domestic, commercial and industrial environments. The apprentice will work under the supervision of qualified electricians while developing the practical skills and knowledge required to achieve their apprenticeship qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical installations on domestic, commercial and industrial projects.
• Support electricians with first fix, second fix and final commissioning activities.
• Install containment systems including tray, trunking, conduit, basket and cable ladder.
• Assist with the installation of lighting, power, distribution equipment, emergency lighting and fire alarm systems where required.
• Support the installation of data cabling and associated infrastructure when required.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance works.
• Attend emergency and reactive call-outs alongside qualified engineers.
• Assist with fault finding and repairs under supervision.
• Learn to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Prepare materials, tools and equipment required for daily work activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment. 
• Complete work to current BS 7671 Wiring Regulations and company quality standards. 
• Accurately complete job sheets, timesheets and other company documentation.
• Communicate professionally with customers, site managers and colleagues.
• Attend college and successfully complete all apprenticeship coursework and assessments.
• Participate in toolbox talks, training sessions and continuous professional development.

Where you'll work

23a Market Street
Hednesford
WS12 1AY

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE COLLEGE

Training course

Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)

What you'll learn

• Comply with all relevant legislation including environmental, regulations, codes of practice and other relevant information and guidance when planning and performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be used when undertaking electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Carry out work in a tidy and safe manner, including restoration of the work area on completion of work.
• Apply relevant legislation; Building Regulations; industry guidance notes; relevant codes of practice, the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS7671) and other relevant standards while carrying out work.
• Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment.
• Apply and use necessary mathematical and scientific techniques, formulae, and calculations that underpin an electrician’s work.
• Use a range of tools, materials, equipment, and components, including prefabricated, relevant to performing electrical work in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
• Design, plan, set up, and install electrical and related electronic systems including terminating and connecting cables in electrical wiring systems, installations, and equipment in commercial, industrial, and residential installations.
• Inspect and test new and where applicable existing electrical Installations in industrial, commercial and residential environments using test equipment.
• Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques to identify, assess and resolve electrical faults in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
• Install electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
• Maintain electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
• Carry out and manage own work ensuring work is compliant to the standards required of an electrician working in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Record work including the completion and maintenance of work documentation, recording of test results and preparation of appropriate certification.
• Use relevant digital learning platforms and business communication and collaboration applications.
• Comply with all relevant legislation including environmental, regulations, codes of practice and other relevant information and guidance when planning and performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be used when undertaking electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Carry out work in a tidy and safe manner, including restoration of the work area on completion of work.
• Apply relevant legislation; Building Regulations; industry guidance notes; relevant codes of practice, the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS7671) and other relevant standards while carrying out work.
• Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment.
• Apply and use necessary mathematical and scientific techniques, formulae, and calculations that underpin an electrician’s work.
• Use a range of tools, materials, equipment, and components, including prefabricated, relevant to performing electrical work in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
• Design, plan, set up, and install electrical and related electronic systems including terminating and connecting cables in electrical wiring systems, installations, and equipment in commercial, industrial, and residential installations.
• Inspect and test new and where applicable existing electrical Installations in industrial, commercial and residential environments using test equipment.
• Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques to identify, assess and resolve electrical faults in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
• Install electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
• Maintain electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
• Carry out and manage own work ensuring work is compliant to the standards required of an electrician working in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Record work including the completion and maintenance of work documentation, recording of test results and preparation of appropriate certification.
• Use relevant digital learning platforms and business communication and collaboration applications.

Training schedule

The apprentice will attend Cannock Campus (the Green, Cannock, WS11 1UE) one day a week, during term time only

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English and Maths (grade GCSE Grades 9 - 4 or A* - C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Team working
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Other requirements

Essential

• Genuine interest in pursuing a career as an electrician.
• Good practical skills and willingness to learn.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Reliable, punctual and well presented.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely.
• GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above preferred).
• Willingness to travel to various project locations.

Desirable

• Full UK driving licence (or working towards obtaining one). 
• Previous work experience in construction or engineering.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles.