Apprentice Panel Wire Person / Fitter (Level 3 Engineering Fitter)

STARKSTROM LTD

LEICESTER (LE7 1HP)

Closes in 10 days (Monday 3 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 24 July 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a focused & attentive Apprentice Panel Wire Person who will learn to build, wire and test electrical control panels, under the supervision of our technicians. Key duties include interpreting electrical schematics, cutting and crimping cables, assembling components and utilizing multimeters to diagnose fault.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Salary review after Year 1.

Training course
Engineering fitter (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

4 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

  • Schematic Reading: Learn to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and electrical schematics
  • Panel Assembly: Mount electrical components (relays, PLCs, circuit breakers) onto backplates within enclosures
  • Wiring & Terminating: Perform point-to-point wiring, cable looming and crimping
  • Testing: Assist in using multimeters and other testing equipment to verify circuit continuity and prevent faults
  • Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to industry regulations and maintain a safe workspace
  • Other duties as assigned by the Production Manager

Where you'll work

33 TURN STREET
SYSTON
LEICESTER
LE7 1HP

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

Engineering fitter (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.
  • Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.
  • Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.
  • Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
  • Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.
  • Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.
  • Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.
  • Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.
  • Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).
  • Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.
  • Reporting work outcomes or issues.
  • Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.
  • Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.
  • Operating within limits of responsibility.
  • Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.
  • Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.
  • Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.
  • Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.
  • Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
  • Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.
  • Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.
  • Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.
  • Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.
  • Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).
  • Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.
  • Reporting work outcomes or issues.
  • Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.
  • Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.
  • Operating within limits of responsibility.
  • Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.

Training schedule

  • Primarily based in the workplace.
  • Attendance to Loughborough College one day per week, term time only.
  • 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 above)

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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Logical
  • Team working

Other requirements

We are looking for a keen and dedicated applicant whose aim is to progress through the Apprenticeship into becoming a valued member of the manufacturing team.

About this employer

Design, manufacture and servicing of isolated power supply systems, the touch screen Theatre Control Panel, Starkstrom’s Automatic Transfer Switch (SATS), earthing accessories and a wide range of medical service pendants for the medical sector.

https://starkstrom.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • 23 days annual leave
  • Pension
  • Healthcare Package

After this apprenticeship

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

  • Panel Wire Person/Fitter
  • Field Service Engineer
  • Project Manager

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE

Loughborough College Group Apprenticeship Recruitment

apprenticeships@loucoll.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000043531.

Apply now

Closes in 10 days (Monday 3 August 2026 at 11:59pm)