Apprentice Electrician in Manchester

As the UK's largest independent engineering and services business, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach has enabled us to work on ground-breaking projects, providing innovative solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence form the foundation of our company. NG Bailey recognises the importance of apprentices in our workforce and partners with a national network of colleges to offer top training in the industry. Apprenticeships are available for anyone over 16 years of age and provide a wage while you learn in a real working environment.

Are you looking to kick start your career as an electrician? Do you want to install, inspect, and test electrical services in high specification building projects? Do you want to work on exciting projects that challenge you daily and get paid while you do it? If yes, join NG Bailey and be part of the next generation bringing to life the next nuclear power station, hospital, school or theme park. You may help save the environment by being involved in early work for a wind farm or battery factory. As an Apprentice Electrician you will do all of the above. A typical day will be diverse, challenging and rewarding.

We have exciting opportunities for enthusiastic people to join our experienced Engineering Team, where you can learn from the industry's best. As an NG Bailey apprentice you will:

• Train at one of the top performing colleges or training providers in the country.
• Learn about our award-winning approach to working safely.
• Work indoors, outdoors, and occasionally at height.
• Be prepared for early starts and travel away from home when necessary.
• Develop great working relationships with some of the industry's most talented people.
• Have a strong support network giving you the chance to build your confidence and use your initiative.

You will learn to:

• Install electrical services (e.g., wiring systems, lighting, sockets, fire alarms, emergency lighting & heating controls).
• Read and understand engineering drawings, wiring and circuit diagrams.
• Inspect and test electrical installations.
• Diagnose and rectify faults on a range of circuits and equipment.
• Use small hand tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers etc.
• Operate electrical tools such as chop saws, grinders, combi drills, impact drivers etc.
• Install the systems needed for wiring and cables such as brackets and containment.
• Lay, pull, and string cables.

We are looking for people who:

• Are keen to learn.
• Share our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence.
• Are organised and well prepared with excellent timekeeping and attendance.
• Enjoy practical working with steady hand coordination.
• Enjoy working in a team.
• Can follow instructions and work under pressure.
• Can act independently.
• Have normal colour vision.

You will attend college to complete the Level 3 Apprenticeship in Electrical Installation. In addition, you will regularly attend in-house training and development as part of the programme.

To apply you need:

• 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) Grade C/4 or above in English Language, Maths and Science.

Please note, to be eligible for an apprenticeship you:

• Must be able to complete the apprenticeship within the required time, including the End-Point Assessment.
• Must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England.
• Must be ordinarily resident in the UK or its territories for at least 3 years before starting the apprenticeship.

Further eligibility details can be found online. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory eligibility checks.

If you are applying for this role, take a look at our application hints and tips for guidance on what good looks like. We receive a lot of applications, find out how you can make yours stand out.

If we like what we see on your application, you will be invited to undertake a telephone interview. If we then wish to progress your application further, you will be invited to attend an assessment centre at which we will shortlist for final interviews.

PLEASE NOTE THIS VACANCY MAY CLOSE BEFORE THE ADVERTISED CLOSING DATE IF A LARGE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. EARLY APPLICATION IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED.

NG Bailey is an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants will receive equal treatment within their application and selection process.