At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn and develop practical electrical skills while working on exciting projects outdoors.
- Company: Join VolkerHighways, a leader in highways and street lighting maintenance.
- Benefits: Earn up to £10 p/h, enjoy 23 days leave, and access retail discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with clear progression opportunities and a commitment to inclusion.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career with hands-on experience and a nationally recognised qualification.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just bring your motivation and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 20800 - 20800 £ per year.
Highway Electrical Apprenticeship – Level 2
Location: Oxfordshire
Contract: Full-time, 45 hours per week
Salary: Up to £10 p/h plus Benefits (first year)
About us
VolkerHighways is a leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts for local authorities. We deliver public realm infrastructure projects and are independent specialist traffic management contractors.
About the role
This is the ideal opportunity if you are looking for your first role in the construction industry. We’re looking to strengthen our business by recruiting an early careers cohort in 2026 and have an exciting opportunity for a number of apprentice electricians to join our project teams across the south of the UK. This full-time role combines on-the-job learning with formal training, working towards a nationally recognised Level 2 Highways Electrical Apprenticeship. Attendance at college will be required in blocks of at least a week with overnight accommodation provided.
You’ll join an operational project team and develop practical skills through a mix of real site experience and structured training. Apprenticeships combine work with study, including paid time during your working hours for training and learning. No previous electrical experience is required — full training and support will be provided.
What you’ll be doing
- Working alongside experienced operatives to support project operational activities such as fault diagnosis and repairs
- Electrical testing and commissioning on new and existing installations
- Installation of street lighting columns, signs, and bollards
- Learning to carry out work safely and to required standards
- Using tools, plant, and equipment safely (with training and authorisation)
- Attending training blocks and applying learning on site
- Following health, safety, environmental, and wellbeing procedures
- Maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe work environment
- Reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
- Always representing VolkerHighways professionally
About you
We’re looking for someone reliable, motivated and keen to learn, who enjoys practical, physical, outdoor work and working as part of a team.
You’ll need:
- An interest in electrical work and outdoor environments
- A positive attitude, good timekeeping, and strong safety awareness
- A flexible approach to working hours (including early starts, night work, weekends, and shifts where required)
- Commitment to completing training and attending college as scheduled
- Willingness to obtain a CSCS card (if not already held)
- A willingness to work towards a full UK driving licence during the apprenticeship (not required at application stage but essential for future operational duties)
Why work for us?
Be part of VolkerWessels UK, a leading multidisciplinary engineering and construction group delivering across rail, highways, aviation, marine, energy, water, and environmental sectors.
With this Apprenticeship, you'll get:
- Permanently employment with structured training and development
- Nationally recognised Level 2 apprenticeship qualification (GCSE equivalent)
- Hands-on experience with mentoring and clear progression opportunities
- Company benefits package including pension, retail discounts and 23 days paid annual leave.
Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff.
Apprentice Electrician employer: VolkerFitzpatrick Limited
VolkerFitzpatrick is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where apprentices can thrive in the engineering and construction sector. With a commitment to employee development, including opportunities for degree apprenticeships and professional membership, the company fosters a culture of safety and teamwork while ensuring that all employees are supported in their growth. Located in the UK, VolkerFitzpatrick not only values diversity through its Disability Confident scheme but also provides a stable and rewarding career path in a well-established firm with over 100 years of experience.
