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Apprentice Electrical Engineer - IOS

Job details
Posting date: 20 June 2025
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: Competitive
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 July 2025
Location: Kings Lynn, PE3 6WT
Company: Barhale
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: MP-61668-1168

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Summary

About Barhale

Who are Barhale?

Barhale is a business founded on family values, having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors including:

  • Water
  • Transport
  • Built environment
  • Energy

We operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects, developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values, which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985.

Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do, as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.

We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including:

  • Tunnelling
  • MEICA
  • Temporary and permanent design
  • Steel-fabrication
  • Signs (design and fabrication)
  • Health & safety equipment and products, including PPE

Company Website:

https://www.barhale.co.uk/

Company Showcase Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFqsoclCUZA

Why join Barhale?

  • As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to a high standard of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and ensuring cultural alignment to our business strategy, ethos and philosophies.
  • Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemes
  • Broad range of civil engineering and mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects and clients
  • Strong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within, as we believe this is a key driver to our success
  • Skills Development and Training

Apprentice Electrical Engineer

The Role

As an Apprentice Electrical Design Engineer, you will support the design and development of electrical systems for water treatment and distribution projects. This is an excellent opportunity to kick-start your career with hands-on experience, training, and mentorship from senior engineers in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the preparation of electrical designs, calculations, and technical drawings.
  • Support the development of single line diagrams, termination drawings, cable calculations, and instrumentation schedules.
  • Learn to use industry-standard software such as AutoCAD and Amtech/ProDesign.
  • Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and suppliers.
  • Ensure designs comply with industry standards and health and safety regulations.
  • Participate in site visits and surveys to collect data and assist in commissioning activities.

About you

Essential

  • A genuine interest in the water industry and infrastructure projects.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CAD experience is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude.

Desirable

  • An understanding of electrical principles and willingness to learn design standards (e.g. BS7671, WIMES).

Caring and investing in you

Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years and they are our guiding principle regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.

As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.

From the moment you join us, your wellbeing and career aspirations will be supported by;

  • Competitive salary
  • Company Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Private Medical
  • Profit share scheme
  • 25 days annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days
  • 8 hours leave of absence for volunteering
  • Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing
  • Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
  • Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)
  • Leadership & management training and coaching
  • Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression
  • Development supported by internal and externally delivered training
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Annual salary review
  • Continuous service awards

Would you like to know more?

Please contact our Recruitment team via careers@barhale.co.uk

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