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Apprentice Electrician

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Posting date: 08 August 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 22 August 2025
Location: RG42 1NB
Company: Mitie
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 80306

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Summary

Ready to turn your potential into something extraordinary?

At Mitie, we're the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company. We deliver critical services that power businesses, communities, and individuals across the nation. Joining Mitie means being part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and the passion to make a difference. We're here to help you kick off your career with purpose, passion, and plenty of support.

Whether you're stepping into your first job or looking to change your career, our apprenticeships are your ticket to learning, earning, and achieving. With us, you'll gain nationally recognised qualifications, real-world experience, and a competitive salary - all while being part of a company that truly cares about its people and the planet.

We're proud to be one of the Top 100 Apprentice Employers in the UK, currently ranked 16th, and a leader in creating inclusive workplaces where everyone can shine. Together, we're shaping brighter futures - for you, for our communities, and for our world.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be working on our newly awarded four-year contract with Great Western Railway (GWR) - delivering engineering maintenance across 203 stations and six depots on a network that spans 1,997 kilometres, serves over 1,600 services daily, and stretches across 10 counties and South Wales.

As an Apprentice at Mitie, you'll be at the heart of what we do, making a real impact from day one. Here's a glimpse of what your journey could include:

-Developing core skills and knowledge to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems

-Assisting with planned routine maintenance as well as reactive repair tasks

-Collaborating with experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience

-Ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) standards, making safety and sustainability a priority in every task

Your role will be based across the GWR line, giving you exposure to a wide variety of sites and challenges. Alongside this, you'll attend Bracknell and Wokingham College via Activate Learning on day release to study towards a Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification (typically completed over four years).

Our Apprenticeship Team will be with you every step of the way - helping you thrive, grow, and shape a career you can be proud of.

We're looking for motivated individuals ready to learn and take on new challenges. To apply, you'll need:

-A strong interest in your chosen field

-GCSEs in Maths and English (Grades 4-9 or equivalent) - certificates required at interview

-To be 18 or over with a full UK driving licence

-To pass a DBS check and be open to random drug and alcohol testing

No experience? No problem - if you're enthusiastic and committed, we'll provide everything you need to succeed.

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