Electrical Insulation apprentice

Summary

Saria is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Electrical Apprentice to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. Based at our Nottinghamshire site, you’ll support the maintenance and development of electrical systems across our operations.

Wage

£11,778 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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£7.55 per hour

Training course

Electrical, electronic product service and installation engineer (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday. 10.00am - 4.00pm, with a 30 min lunch. 30 hours per week.

30 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

2

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

Assist with the installation of electrical systems, wiring, cabling, and control panels
Support the testing and commissioning of electrical systems to ensure functionality and safety
Carry out routine maintenance and fault diagnosis on electrical equipment and infrastructure
Help with planned preventative maintenance to reduce breakdowns and improve efficiency
Work with three-phase and single-phase systems under supervision
Learn to use a wide range of tools and test instruments
Follow electrical wiring diagrams and technical schematics
Maintain clear records of work completed, inspections, and test results
Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety legislation and company standards

Where you'll work

Stoke Lane
Stoke Bardolph
Nottingham
NG14 5HJ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

Your training course

Electrical, electronic product service and installation engineer (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Observe health and safety regulations and procedures including:
Apply electrical safety tests.
Avoid the hazard left by residual energy.
Ensure all tools and equipment are safe and fit for purpose.
Understand and apply EU/BS product standards.
Apply Portable Appliance Testing.
Identify and use the appropriate mode of communication and be able to deal with and listen to customers.
Comply with health and safety procedures to protect colleagues, customers and their family.
Resolve disputes and know who to report to in case of problems.
Research and apply environmental legislation that is current and appropriate to installations and repairs.
Advise customers on energy saving practices and choosing environmentally friendly purchases in the future.
Use the correct lifting techniques.
Apply safe stowing procedures.
Fit / remove safety bolts.
Deliver product.
Agree suitable site, with customer, for installation.
Carry out electrical safety tests.
Install product to manufacturer's regulations.
Make network connections including WiFi, Internet and blue tooth.
Demonstrate product to customer's satisfaction ensuring customer can operate product.
Complete paperwork including re-call registration if agreed with customer.
Select, use and apply diagnostic tools and aids to locate fault.
Ensure that there is not a primary reason for fault occurring.
Ensure replacement components are correct and meet specification.
Replace components or reinstate software using correct sequence, appropriate tools and techniques.
Ensure no damage to other components.
Ensure product is working properly, test it for electrical safety, EU/BS Standards and demonstrate it to the customer.
Communicate technical findings and Product / claim investigations, both verbally and in writing.
Observe and adhere to the principals of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) when handling spare parts and open products
Apply the appropriate electrical, electronic & software principles to understanding the nature and reason for faults.
Understand and apply the principles behind product connectivity
Understand and complete Network & Router set-up
Relate performance to speed and/or set-up of the customer network
Understand Apps and use them in product function & troubleshooting

Your training plan

Level 3 Installation and maintenance electrician Apprenticeship Standard
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required

https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0152-v1-1

Training will be delivered via block release, one week per month and is based at The Ruddington site and facilities are in creation to enrich the student experience, developing them with the necessary skills using industry recognised equipment to ensure the apprentice receives training closely matched to the employer’s and industry.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4-9)

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
Presentation skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

The current National Minimum Wage (NMW) rate for apprentices is £7.55 per hour. This applies to 16-18 year old apprentices and those aged over 18 in the first year of their Apprenticeship. For all other apprentices the National Minimum wage appropriate to their age applies. The Minimum Wage for Apprentices applies to time spent on the job plus time spent training. * Please note that anyone under the age of 18 will only work a maximum of 40 hours per week. Any role which exceeds these hours on advert will be amended accordingly to fall in line with the legislation.

About this company

SARIA’s UK operations have a market-leading presence in a wide range of sectors associated with the food chain. The Group’s companies manufacture quality products for use in human and animal foodstuffs, agriculture, aquaculture, and industrial applications. The company also produces biofuels and renewable energy and provides services for farming and the food industry. The company has a UK annual turnover approaching £280 million and employs around 1,000 people at 19 sites across the country.

After this apprenticeship

Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Competitive Salary plus Company Benefits

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