Apprentice Electrical Control Panel Builder & Systems Integrator

DIVERSE CONTROLS LIMITED

Stroud, STROUD

Closes in 18 days (Sunday 21 June 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 3 June 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Apprentice Electrical Control Panel Builder & Systems Integrator to join our engineering team.

Wage

£16,972.80 a year

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Salary in line with the JIB apprenticeship framework, which is divided into four stages, each representing progress through training, qualifications, and on‑site competence.

Training course
Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)
Hours
Normal hours of work are from 08:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, this constitutes a 40-hour basic week.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 24 August 2026

Duration

5 years

Positions available

1

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

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work.

Duties will include:

  • Problem‑solving
  • Learning how modern industrial automation systems are designed, built, installed and commissioned
  • Work will be conducted under the guidance of experienced engineers while completing a recognised apprenticeship programme

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • Unit 3, 117 Lightpill Trading Estate, Bath Road, Stroud, GL5 3JW
  • 7 LAPWING COURT, CHALFORD, STROUD, GL6 8FQ

Training

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

Training provider

SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND STROUD COLLEGE

Training course

Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Comply with all relevant legislation including environmental, regulations, codes of practice and other relevant information and guidance when planning and performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
  • Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be used when undertaking electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
  • Carry out work in a tidy and safe manner, including restoration of the work area on completion of work.
  • Apply relevant legislation; Building Regulations; industry guidance notes; relevant codes of practice, the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS7671) and other relevant standards while carrying out work.
  • Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment.
  • Apply and use necessary mathematical and scientific techniques, formulae, and calculations that underpin an electrician’s work.
  • Use a range of tools, materials, equipment, and components, including prefabricated, relevant to performing electrical work in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
  • Design, plan, set up, and install electrical and related electronic systems including terminating and connecting cables in electrical wiring systems, installations, and equipment in commercial, industrial, and residential installations.
  • Inspect and test new and where applicable existing electrical Installations in industrial, commercial and residential environments using test equipment.
  • Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques to identify, assess and resolve electrical faults in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
  • Install electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
  • Maintain electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
  • Carry out and manage own work ensuring work is compliant to the standards required of an electrician working in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
  • Record work including the completion and maintenance of work documentation, recording of test results and preparation of appropriate certification.
  • Use relevant digital learning platforms and business communication and collaboration applications.
  • Comply with all relevant legislation including environmental, regulations, codes of practice and other relevant information and guidance when planning and performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
  • Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be used when undertaking electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
  • Carry out work in a tidy and safe manner, including restoration of the work area on completion of work.
  • Apply relevant legislation; Building Regulations; industry guidance notes; relevant codes of practice, the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS7671) and other relevant standards while carrying out work.
  • Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment.
  • Apply and use necessary mathematical and scientific techniques, formulae, and calculations that underpin an electrician’s work.
  • Use a range of tools, materials, equipment, and components, including prefabricated, relevant to performing electrical work in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
  • Design, plan, set up, and install electrical and related electronic systems including terminating and connecting cables in electrical wiring systems, installations, and equipment in commercial, industrial, and residential installations.
  • Inspect and test new and where applicable existing electrical Installations in industrial, commercial and residential environments using test equipment.
  • Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques to identify, assess and resolve electrical faults in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
  • Install electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
  • Maintain electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
  • Carry out and manage own work ensuring work is compliant to the standards required of an electrician working in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
  • Record work including the completion and maintenance of work documentation, recording of test results and preparation of appropriate certification.
  • Use relevant digital learning platforms and business communication and collaboration applications.

Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

More training information

  • As the successful apprentice you will undertake an Apprenticeship Standard in Installation and Maintenance level 3 to include assessment in Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours) and completion of your End Point Assessment
  • During your time on the apprenticeship programme, you will also be expected to complete and document 20% off-job-training.
  • The apprenticeship will be delivered by South Gloucestershire & Stroud College over 5 years
  • You will be required to attend Stroud Campus one day a week term time only
  • You will be assigned a supervisor/mentor within the workplace, who will support you to develop your workplace skills, knowledge and behaviours throughout the duration of your apprenticeship programme

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4 (C) or above)

Desirable qualifications

Electrical level 2 in:

Electrical (grade pass)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

  • Having the right attitude, work ethic and commitment to your education as well as your employment are essential requirements to this role

About this employer

Diverse Controls Ltd specialises in the design, manufacture, integration and commissioning of electrical control systems for industrial and commercial applications. Based in Stroud, the company delivers high‑quality control panels and automation solutions, covering everything from bespoke system design and panel build to PLC integration, on‑site installation and full commissioning. With a focus on reliability, compliance and tailored engineering, Diverse Controls provides robust, efficient control systems built around each client’s operational needs.

After this apprenticeship

  • A full time role will be discussed on successful completion of the apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND STROUD COLLEGE

Nikki Robinson

nikki.robinson@sgscol.ac.uk

01453761100

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000034788.

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Closes in 18 days (Sunday 21 June 2026 at 11:59pm)