Highway Electrical Apprenticeship - Level 2
Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Contract: Full-time, 45 hours per week
Salary: 10 p/h plus Benefits
Start: October 2026 (college programme begins mid October 2026)
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
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Apprentice Electrician employer: VolkerWessels UK Ltd
VolkerStevin, part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety and employee well-being at its Preston Head Office. With a strong commitment to professional development, competitive benefits, and a culture of fairness and inclusion, we empower our employees to thrive while working on some of the UK's most critical infrastructure projects. Join us to lead health and safety excellence in a collaborative environment that values your expertise and fosters continuous improvement.
