Eastern & Southern - Overhead Line Operative Apprentice

  • Company: AMEY SERVICES LIMITED
  • Location: Bedford, MK42 7JY
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £24,920.81 per year
  • Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
  • Ref: NAS-2000055225
  • Application Deadline Date: 23/10/2026
  • Start Date: 01/04/2027
  • Positions Available: 2
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm, 37.5 hours per week. Occasional weekend and night site work will be classed as overtime.

Brief Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Overhead Line Operative Apprentice to join our Eastern & Southern account within Amey's Transport Infrastructure Business Unit, based in Bedford. Whether you are leaving school, finishing college or looking for a new direction, this is a great place to start building your future career.

Future Prospects

Potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.

Vacancy Detail

Core Responsibilities: 



  • Work as directed by the supervisor or construction manager at your assigned site.

  • Support detailed site surveys and check installations against the design.

  • Support the preparation of materials ahead of site work.

  • Discuss construction and constructability issues with the construction team.

  • Follow all safety-critical processes, including the Rule Book and safe systems of work.

  • Refer installation issues to the supervisor or engineer on site.

  • Attend planning, progress and technical meetings as directed.

  • Attend all required training and induction courses, including the Level 3 apprenticeship programme.

  • Undertake weekend and night duties in line with the roster.

  • Identify foreseeable risks and ensure suitable controls are in place.

  • Ensure construction work meets the required quality standards and complete on-site quality checks.


Safety Specific Responsibilities:



  • Always behave and work safely.

  • Only carry out tasks that you are competent and trained to undertake.

  • Always report fit for duty.

  • Always wear the mandatory personal protective equipment for the task.

  • Participate in monthly safety meetings with the Engineering Manager, leads and CREs.

  • Report all accidents and incidents and raise any close calls.

  • Participate in accident and incident reporting and investigation as instructed and in accordance with the safety management system. 

  • Maintain accurate site records.

  • Support safety critical or safety of the line activities.

Other Information


  • If under 19 years with no Maths & or English, candidate will have to complete functional skills.

  • Full UK driving licence.

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for consideration, due to the nature of the work associated with this account.

  • Please note that successful applicants will be required to undergo random drug and alcohol testing, in line with our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.

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