Electrical Testing Apprentice

Introduction

Do you have a keen interest in the field of Electrical Testing and Inspection? Do you want to work with one of the leading Electrical testing companies in the UK? This could be your first step to an exciting career as an Electrical Testing Apprentice. You will receive on-the-job training.

About the Employer

Project Solver is a Millennium-born company offering expert insight to the building services industry on a national scale. Project Solver has impressive experience and a unique approach to problems. Project Solver cuts the waffle, promises a realistic analysis and most importantly a solution. Not surprisingly, this has meant that Project Solver has been successful in attracting high profile clients.

What You'll Do

Apprentice Electrician for the role of electrical testing and inspection engineer.

To learn to carry out a range of electrical testing, including:

• Electrical installation condition report
• Emergency light testing
• Thermal imaging
• Portable appliance testing and data analysis

This will also include:

• Repair and installation work, to offices, banks, sporting arenas, corporate headquarters, public sectors, colleges, universities, distribution, schools, government and commercial outlets
• To carry out work to a high standard and ensure it is carried out in strict compliance with the health and safety at work act, and any other relevant legislation covering safety in the workplace for self and others
• To learn to complete all necessary paperwork and NICEIC records to current legislative standards, to prevailing performance standards and in line with project solvers procedures
• To attend college and complete coursework on time and to a high standard
• To produce, maintain and be responsible for work details to document experience
• To take on additional responsibilities in years two and three
• To carry out all necessary administrative work associated with departmental management requirements such as using PC or laptop to accurately and timely record all processes from receiving jobs through to completion including timesheets
• To liaise and work with other trades and apprentices as required
• To understand and comply with all health and safety policies and procedures
• To attend and fully participate in regular training and reviews with mentor and line managers
• To undertake additional duties in line with capabilities as required

Training Outcome

• There is the chance of progression, also further training will be provided, With a good chance of a permanent post at the end of the apprenticeship

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness
• Enthusiasm/Motivation
• Trustworthy
• Reliable

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - Grade 4 or equivalent
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - Grade 4 or equivalent

Course Information

Course: Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 4 days a week. Start time 8.00am, finish time 5.00pm, with 1-hour for lunch each day and 1 day a week at college. Working days TBC.

Expected Duration: 3 Years 6 Months

Training Provider: HARLOW COLLEGE