Apprentice Electrician in Birmingham

As the UK’s largest independent engineering and services business, our innovative, responsible and forward‑thinking approach has enabled us to work on fantastic 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 and guide the way we work and behave.

At NG Bailey, we recognise the importance of having apprentices in our workforce. Our industry‑leading approach develops the behaviours, skills, knowledge and experience our apprentices need to build a successful career. We work in partnership with a national network of colleges to offer some of the best training in the industry. Apprenticeships are available for anyone over 16 years of age. They offer you the opportunity to earn a wage and work full time in your chosen trade area. This means you develop your skills in a real working environment from day one and are able to put the skills you learn at college directly into practice at work.

Are you looking to kick‑start your career as an electrician?

Do you want to install, inspect and test the 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 the answer to these questions is yes, then join NG Bailey and be part of the next generation who bring to life the next nuclear power station, hospital, school or theme park. Maybe you’ll help save the environment in your own small way by being involved in the early work for a new wind farm or battery factory.

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 and screwdrivers.
• Operate electrical tools such as chop saws, grinders, combi drills and impact drivers.
• 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 time‑keeping 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.

Grade C/4 or above in Scottish National 5 or Scottish Intermediate (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science.

Eligibility

• 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 at https://guidance/apprenticeship‑funding‑rules. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory eligibility checks.

Disclaimer

Please note that any job offer will be subject to satisfactory security clearance checks as required by the Ministry of Defence.

Ready to apply?

We receive a lot of applications, find out how you can make yours stand out. Apprenticeship‑Hints‑and‑Tips.pdf (ngbailey.com)

What happens next?

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.

Important Notice

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

Equal Opportunities

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