Apprentice Electrical Technician
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Company: HUXLEY BERTRAM ENGINEERING LTD
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Location: CAMBRIDGE, CB25 9QP
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,640.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000045264
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Application Deadline Date: 14/08/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday: Required to be in the business during core hours 9:30am-15:30pm.
Brief Description
At Huxley Bertram we design and build bespoke special purpose machines, automated equipment and mechanical aids.
Training to be Provided
- The learner will be studying the Engineering Fitter Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
- Day release to West Suffolk College.
Future Prospects
We are committed to developing our apprentices and, subject to business requirements and performance, there may be the opportunity to progress into a permanent Electrical Technician position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Further development and career progression opportunities may also be available within the business.
Vacancy Detail
Main Roles and Responsibilities:
Machinery Electrical Build:
- Assist in the electrical build of machinery under appropriate supervision and to the project specific requirements.
- Understand & follow electrical schematics and build documentation.
- Participate in electrical testing, commissioning and fault finding.
- Attend customer sites to install machines and implement modifications.
Learning & Development:
- Complete electrical apprenticeship coursework to a high standard.
- Achieve a high level of attendance with day release/off-site study.
- Develop core electrical skills (e.g. crimping, soldering & cable termination).
- Build an understanding of company standards and safe working practices.
Communication:
- Work collaboratively with all colleagues to support machine builds.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and managers (e.g. progress reports and skill sharing).
- Contribute positively to a professional working environment.
Flexibility & Additional Responsibilities:
- Effectively manage workload in a fast-paced environment with competing and unpredictable priorities.
- Adapt priorities to meet business or client needs at short notice.
- Provide ad hoc support and specialist input as required.
- Undertake additional duties or lead projects, where aligned with the general responsibilities of the role.