Electrical Apprentice

Company: Northants Electrical Solutions Ltd
Location: Kettering, NN16 8TY
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
Sector: Electrical Installation
Ref: VAC-14809
Application Deadline Date: 09/10/2026
Start Date: 12/10/2026
Positions Available: 1
Working Week: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm

Brief Description

Northants Electrical Solutions are looking for an Electrician Apprentice to join their team. They are looking for someone who has some electrical experience. You will be carrying out electrical installation, maintenance and testing work and so much more.

Qualifications Required

grade 4 in GCSE maths and English

Personal Qualities

Professional, reliable and responsible approach to work.
• Strong work ethic and pride in producing high-quality workmanship.
• Flexible and adaptable when working across different sites and projects.
• Ability to remain calm and methodical when diagnosing and resolving faults.
• Takes ownership of tasks and demonstrates accountability for work completed.
• Respectful and professional when working with clients, colleagues and contractors.

Skills Required

• Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and embrace new technologies.

• Customer-focused with excellent interpersonal skills.

• Experience working in residential, commercial or industrial electrical environments.
• Good understanding of electrical installation, maintenance and testing practices.
• Knowledge of current electrical regulations, industry standards and safe working procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and installation documentation.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work accurately and safely with a high attention to detail.
• Good planning and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• Competent in the use of electrical tools, equipment and testing instruments.
• Ability to complete technical documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of customer requirements and commitment to delivering high-quality service.

Training to be Provided

Level 3 Installation Electrician and Maintenance Electrician
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths if required

Future Prospects

full time role on completion of apprenticeship.

Vacancy Detail

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Installation and Maintenance Electrician to carry out the installation, maintenance, inspection, testing and repair of electrical systems across a range of residential, commercial and industrial environments. During this job you will be expected to ensure all electrical work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with current regulations, industry standards and company procedures. The role requires a strong focus on health and safety, quality workmanship and customer satisfaction, while supporting the delivery of both traditional and emerging electrical technologies.

• Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing and fault-finding activities on a range of electrical systems and equipment.
• Work in full compliance with current health and safety legislation, environmental regulations, building regulations, wiring regulations and company policies.
• Install, maintain and test single-phase and three-phase electrical systems, including both AC and DC installations.
• Conduct periodic inspections, electrical installation condition reports (EICRs) and routine maintenance in accordance with industry standards and manufacturer requirements.
• Diagnose electrical faults and identify effective solutions to ensure systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Install wired and wireless electrical solutions to meet customer requirements, ensuring systems are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.
• Assess electrical loads and system requirements when planning new installations or modifications to existing systems.
• Install, inspect and maintain specialist electrical technologies, including electric vehicle charging points, solar photovoltaic systems, battery storage solutions, standby generation equipment and other low-carbon technologies.
• Install and commission life safety systems in appropriate locations within commercial, industrial and residential environments.
• Install electrical supplies and connections for heating, cooling and other building services systems.
• Install containment systems, wiring and cables within buildings while maintaining fire compartmentation and building integrity requirements.
• Work effectively within a variety of environments, including listed, heritage and historic buildings, ensuring specialist requirements are considered.
• Stay informed of new and emerging technologies within the electrical industry, including smart systems, energy-efficient technologies, prefabricated solutions and connected devices.
• Liaise professionally with clients, colleagues, contractors and other stakeholders, providing updates and technical information as required.
• Plan and organise work activities to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, within agreed timescales and to a high standard of quality.
• Complete all required documentation, including quotations, inspection reports, test results, certificates, commissioning records and maintenance documentation.
• Maintain tools, equipment and materials in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Ensure work areas are left clean, safe and tidy upon completion of all tasks.
• Continuously develop technical knowledge and practical skills to support professional growth and industry best practice.