Electrical Installation Apprentice

ALWAY LOUGHBOROUGH LIMITED

Leicestershire (LE11 5GX)

Closes in 13 days (Sunday 9 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 27 July 2026

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Summary

Join Alway Loughborough Ltd as an apprentice within our growing business. You will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining practical skills, industry knowledge and recognised qualifications while contributing to exciting engineering and electrical installation projects across the UK

• Wage:

  £16,432 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

  Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

  Salary reviewed annually in line with apprenticeship progress.

  Overtime opportunities available where applicable.

• Training course: Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)
• Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7.00am - 4.00pm and Friday, 7.00am - 12:30pm.

  39 hours 30 minutes a week

• Start date:

  Thursday 1 October 2026

• Duration:

  4 years 6 months

• 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

• Assisting qualified electricians with commercial and industrial electrical installations
• Learning safe working practices and electrical regulations
• Installing cable containment, wiring systems, lighting and power installations
• Supporting electrical testing, inspection and commissioning activities
• Preparing tools, materials and work areas
• Working both in our workshop and on customer sites across the UK
• Developing fault-finding and problem-solving skills under supervision
• Completing college coursework alongside practical experience.

Where you'll work

Unit Y
Hockey Close
Loughborough
Leicestershire
LE11 5GX

Training

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

Training provider

LEICESTER COLLEGE

Training course

Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

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

80% of this apprenticeship is working with the employer and 20% is 'off the job' which includes attending Leicester College, one day each week

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade Grade 4 or equivalent)
• Maths (grade Grade 4 or equivalent)

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
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental

Other requirements

• Some site work may require early starts and occasional travel throughout the UK
• Full PPE will be provided
• A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential at the start of the apprenticeship
• Health & Safety training will be provided

About this employer

Alway Loughborough Ltd is a leading engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of bespoke engineering solutions for the food, beverage and manufacturing industries. Our services include sheet metal fabrication, electrical installations, mechanical installation, automation and complete turnkey project delivery. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship, investing in our people and providing long-term career opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity to begin a long-term career with an established engineering company.  You must be enthusiastic, reliable and willing to learn. Throughout your apprenticeship you will receive structured training, mentoring and hands-on experience in a supportive environment. Successful apprentices will develop valuable technical and professional skills while working towards a nationally recognised qualification, with opportunities for permanent employment and career progression upon completion.

https://alway.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

• Ongoing training and development
• 25 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Company workwear and PPE provided
• Structured mentoring programme
• Training and development opportunities
• Opportunity for overtime
• Long-term career progression within a growing business
• Friendly and supportive team environment

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Successful apprentices may progress into permanent full-time positions within Alway Loughborough Ltd. Career opportunities include:

• Electrical Engineer
• Electrical Installation Engineer
• Site Supervisor
• Project Manager

There are also opportunities for further qualifications and professional development.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LEICESTER COLLEGE

Nicky Jones

nijones@leicestercollege.ac.uk

07500916875

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000044595.

Apply now

Closes in 13 days (Sunday 9 August 2026 at 11:59pm)