Level 3 Installation & Maintenance Electrician Apprenticeship - Harwell Site, NRS

Installation & Maintenance Electrician Apprenticeship (Level
3)

Full Training Provided | Earn While You Learn | Build Your Electrical Career

⚡ Launch Your Career as an Electrician with NRS. Are you interested in electrical systems, fault finding, and hands‑on technical work? Join Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) and play a vital role in supporting the safe decommissioning and environmental restoration of nuclear sites across the UK.

We're offering an exciting Level 3 Installation & Maintenance Electrician Apprenticeship based at our Harwell Site in Oxfordshire, giving you the opportunity to gain industry‑recognised qualifications, practical experience, and expert mentorship while earning a salary.

This Government‑approved Level 3 Installation & Maintenance Electrician Apprenticeship provides the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to become a qualified electrician within an industrial environment. The programme includes:

• Day release study at Abingdon & Witney College
• Practical, on‑the‑job training at the Harwell Site
• Mentoring from experienced electrical engineers and technicians
• Training in a highly regulated environment where safety is paramount
• On successful completion, you'll achieve a recognised Level 3 qualification and be on the pathway to becoming a fully qualified Installation & Maintenance Electrician.

NRS Harwell A Site, Harwell Campus, OX11 0DF

Monday to Thursday, 7:30 – 16:00
Friday 7:30 – 11:40 (45‑minute unpaid lunch)

This is your opportunity to gain real‑world experience while contributing to one of the UK's most important environmental restoration missions.

• A structured, fully supported apprenticeship programme
• A recognised Level 3 Electrical qualification
• Hands‑on industrial experience
• Long‑term career opportunities within the nuclear sector
• Support from experienced mentors and early careers advisors

• Assist with the installation, maintenance, and inspection of electrical systems and equipment
• Support planned preventative maintenance activities
• Help diagnose and rectify electrical faults
• Work with cabling systems, containment, distribution boards, motors, and control panels
• Learn to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation
• Follow strict health, safety, and compliance procedures always

We're seeking motivated individuals with a genuine interest in electrical engineering and practical work.

• Be 18 or older by 3 August 2026
• Have GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) in Maths and English
• Ideally have a Science or Technical subject at Grade 4/C or above

We're also looking for:

• A strong interest in electrical systems and practical problem‑solving
• Good attention to detail
• A safety‑first mindset
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn in a highly regulated industrial environment

Starting at £19,927 per year – with pay increases as you progress.

• Comprehensive training and professional support
• Guidance from mentors and early careers advisors

• 25 days annual leave + public holidays
• Option to buy/sell annual leave

• Company pension scheme
• Access to company bonus scheme after year 1
• 24/7 employee wellbeing and mental health services

• Be part of the UK's largest environmental mission
• Contribute to a safer world through nuclear site restoration

Applications close on 20th March 2026.

At Nuclear Restoration Services, we value diversity, inclusion, and innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Let's build a cleaner, safer future — together.

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Please note that, due to the nature of the working environment, successful applicants may be exposed to bright lighting, loud noises, and other sensory stimuli that could present challenges for individuals with sensory sensitivities. We welcome applications from all individuals and encourage applicants to share any relevant needs or support requirements so that reasonable…