Engineer Apprentice (Level 4 Electrical Power Networks)

HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEMS AND SERVICES LTD

Kettering (NN15 6PE)

Closes on Thursday 30 April 2026

Posted on 25 March 2026

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Summary

This apprenticeship provides practical experience across multiple departments, including, but not limited to, Tendering, Design, Construction & Compliance, giving a comprehensive understanding of electrical engineering within the construction industry. You will work alongside experienced professionals while completing your qualification.

Wage

£23,000 a year

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Annual appraisals are carried out in June each year, where your pay will be reviewed. 

Training course
Electrical power networks engineer (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5.00pm. All employees have flexibility to adjust their working hours to accommodate individual needs, provided they are available during core hours between 10.00am and 3:30pm, with line manager approval.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

3 years

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 in preparing tender documents, cost estimates, and project proposals.
  • Support design engineers in creating electrical schemes, layouts, and technical drawings.
  • Participate in on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Learn and apply Health & Safety regulations in all tasks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Complete all coursework and assessments required by the apprenticeship.

Where you'll work

Orion House
Orion Way
Kettering
NN15 6PE

Training

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

Training provider

LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE

Training course

Electrical power networks engineer (level 4)

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Training schedule

  • Attendance to Loughborough College on block release, dates TBC at enrolment.
  • Diarised visits from dedicated Trainer/Assessor.
  • On-the-job training.
  • Off-the-job training.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

5 subjects including Maths, English and Science (grade C / 4 or equivalent)

Other in:

BTEC Engineering or A-level Maths and Physics (grade Pass/Achieved)

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

About this employer

Since 2010, HVSS has been a trusted leader in nationwide utility connections. We deliver expert solutions across electricity, gas, telecoms, and water, from straightforward projects to complex, large-scale developments. Our work supports housing, commercial, and infrastructure growth across the UK. As the energy landscape evolves, HVSS is driving the future with EV and renewable connections, giving our people the chance to work on some of the most exciting changes in the industry. When you join HVSS, you become part of an honest, experienced, and reliable team that takes pride in quality, innovation, and supporting each other to deliver results our clients can trust. As part of our growth strategy, we are offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice to join our team.

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Company benefits

25 days + bank holidays, (birthday off & option to purchase extra 5 days holiday per year), 5% employer pension contribution, team building days, cycle to work scheme, highstreet voucher scheme, private health cover, half paid for by HVSS.

After this apprenticeship

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, we will be looking to make offers for permanent roles within either Tendering, Design or Construction.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE

Lou Coll Apprenticeship Recruitment

apprenticeships@loucoll.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000023164.

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Closes on Thursday 30 April 2026