Holcim - (Hulland Ward) - Level 3 Electrical Maintenance Engineering Apprenticeship
HOLCIM UK LIMITED
Ashbourne (DE6 3ET)
Closes in 28 days (Friday 1 August 2025)
Posted on 1 July 2025
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Summary
We are excited to open applications for our Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship program, designed to nurture the next generation of electrical engineering talent. You will be learning the principles of installing, servicing and maintaining electrical equipment in an industrial environment.
- Wage
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£18,500 a year
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• A competitive starting salary, with annual pay rises • Competitive pension • 33 days’ holiday per year (inc. bank holidays)
- Training course
- Engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Yr 1: Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm. Friday, 8.00am - 12.30pm (at Make UK).
36 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Why should you want to work at Aggregate Industries?
We offer:
- A structured apprenticeship program in electrical engineering with a blend of practical and theoretical learning
- A clear pathway for career progression within Aggregate Industries and the wider Holcim Group
- The chance to work on projects at the cutting edge of construction industry innovation
- An opportunity to contribute to the company's sustainability goals and make a positive impact on the environment
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment
New Opening: Electrical Apprenticeship
We are excited to open applications for our Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship program, designed to nurture the next generation of electrical engineering talent. This role offers a unique blend of on-the-job training and academic learning, providing an excellent foundation for a successful career in electrical engineering within the construction industry. Based in our state-of-the-art facilities, this is a golden opportunity for individuals passionate about engineering, innovation, and sustainability.
Apprenticeship Overview:
- Engage in comprehensive training programs combining hands-on experience with academic learning
- Work alongside experienced professionals to gain practical skills in electrical engineering
- Participate in projects focusing on innovation and sustainability in construction materials and practices
- Support the engineering team in designing, testing, and improving industrial processes and equipment
- Learn about and contribute to our sustainability initiatives, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and enhancing efficiency
Typical Placement can include:
- Learning the principles of engineering both academic and practical
- Repairing and maintaining electrical equipment
- Following all relevant Company, Health and Safety & Quality procedures and processes
- Repairing and maintaining electrical equipment
- Installing/altering and repairing electrical distribution and cabling
- Assisting work managers with electrical problems at their sites
- Reporting any unsafe plant or operations to your line manage
Where you'll work
Hulland Ward
Smith Hall Lane
Ashbourne
DE6 3ET
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
EEF LIMITED
Your training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
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Your training plan
Together with invaluable commercial and practical experience, you’ll gain several academic and vocational qualifications throughout your time with us and Make UK, which are fully paid for, including:
- Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Practical Foundation Training – in year 1, in 6 week blocks to include 4 weeks at Make UK and 2 weeks in company
- Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Workplace Competence Training - in years 2 to 4 in company
- Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Knowledge - in Years 1, 2 & 3 on block release to Make UK
- In house training in line with your requirements
- Further qualifications deemed necessary by your employer
On completion of your studies and End Point Assessment (EPA), you will achieve your full apprenticeship certification that will prove competence as a Level 3 Engineering Technician.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English Language (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
- Science (or other relevant subject) (grade 4)
Desirable qualifications
BTEC in:
Engineering or similar (grade Pass)Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
Due to the nature of the business, the environment can be noisy, dirty and hot. You should be happy working at height and be keen to learn and adhere to health and safety protocols. This apprenticeship includes spending 30 weeks in Birmingham in Year 1, on a residential basis, where the travel to Birmingham, accommodation on a half board basis (including breakfast and evening meal) and travel to and from the training facility is paid for by Holcim. In line with our safeguarding policies, we can only accept applications from people who will be 18 or over by the end of 2025. Make UK reserve the right to close this advert early, based on application numbers, so if you would like to be considered, please apply now to avoid disappointment.
About this company
Aggregate Industries UK, now called Holcim UK Ltd, is at the forefront of innovation and sustainability within the construction and building materials sector. Our dedication to safety, inclusivity, and providing top-tier service sets us apart. For those ready to make a real impact toward a more sustainable and efficient future, joining our team means becoming part of a movement aimed at reshaping the industry through decarbonization and advanced operational practices.
Company benefits
• Career development and support from day one • Opportunities to collaborate with a wide and varied number of functions across the business • A dynamic working environment offering attractive working conditions
After this apprenticeship
Your future is yours to dream and develop. Holcim offers opportunities to progress into being an electrical maintenance engineer, then potentially onto being a team leader, manager and even beyond. The opportunities can spread from the site you start at to any site within the Holcim Group.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
EEF LIMITED
Make UK Recruitment Team
asrecruitment@makeuk.org
01213447900
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000329179.
Apply now
Closes in 28 days (Friday 1 August 2025)
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