Electrical Apprentice
SPHERETECH LIMITED
TOWCESTER (NN12 7YD)
Closes in 9 days (Wednesday 16 September 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 4 September 2026
Contents
Summary
We are seeking a motivated HVAC & Electrical Apprentice for our Installations & Electrical team. Build a long-term career in HVAC while developing strong electrical skills, working alongside experienced engineers on commercial sites UK-wide. You'll gain structured on-the-job training toward a recognised apprenticeship qualification.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Apprenticeship salary dependent on age, experience and existing qualifications.
- Training course
- Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)
- Hours
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Full-time, site-based role in Northampton, working across a nationwide customer portfolio. Hours follow the standard week, early starts, late finishes and overnight stays may be needed. Travel, accommodation and expenses managed per company policy.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 26 October 2026
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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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
- Learn how to carry out electrical testing, safe isolation and basic fault-finding.
- Assist with checking electrical components, controls, sensors, motors, contactors and associated wiring.
- Record equipment details, readings, photographs and work completed using the company’s job management system.
- Assist with the installation and replacement of HVAC equipment and associated electrical components.
- Maintain tools, test equipment, materials and company vehicles in a clean and organised condition.
- Communicate professionally with customers, site representatives and other members of the team.
- Attend college or training-centre sessions and complete all coursework, assessments and apprenticeship requirements.
- Follow company procedures and all relevant health and safety, electrical and refrigerant regulations.
- Travel to customer sites and, when required, work away from home with the wider engineering team.
Where you'll work
CONCEPT PARK
WATLING STREET
TOWCESTER
NN12 7YD
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
GLP TRAINING LTD
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
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard.
More training information
Training is delivered by GLP Training through a mixture of work-based learning and online sessions every 4-weeks, consisting of group masterclasses and 1-2-1s. You'll also travel to Worcester every 12-weeks for a 2-day block release. Throughout the programme, you'll receive regular support and dedicated off-the-job training as part of your working week.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English Language (grade 4/C or above)
- English Literature (grade 4/C or above)
- Maths (grade 4/C or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Willingness to learn
- Reliable & Punctual
- Comfortable using hand tools
- Full UK Driving License
Other requirements
- Genuine interest in HVAC, electrical engineering and practical technical work.
- Willingness to learn and complete all elements of the apprenticeship.
- Reliable, punctual and able to follow instructions.
- Good practical problem-solving ability.
- Comfortable using hand tools and working in different site environments.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic maths, English and IT skills.
- Able to work safely at height and in ceiling voids, plant rooms and external locations.
- Willing to travel nationally and occasionally stay away from home.
- Professional and respectful approach when working on customer premises.
- Eligible to undertake an apprenticeship in England.
About this employer
Spheretech is one of the UK's leading Air Conditioning & Ventilation companies, dedicated to delivering innovative heating, cooling, and fresh air solutions. With over 20 years of experience, we are committed to enhancing safety, energy efficiency, and comfort for a wide range of clients including businesses, educational institutions.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Completion of this apprenticeship may lead to a full time role at Spheretech Limited.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
GLP TRAINING LTD
Ethan Jay Band
ethan.b@glptraining.co.uk
07450573465
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000051326.
Apply now
Closes in 9 days (Wednesday 16 September 2026 at 11:59pm)