Apprentice Electrician

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Apprentice Electrician

This role will commence in September 2026.

We are looking for people with a genuine interest in construction and the built environment. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and ambitious, with the potential to progress to a supervisory / management role over a five-to-ten-year period.

An electrician is a trade role specializing in electrical wiring of buildings and related equipment, installation of cable management systems, and testing/commissioning electrical wiring systems. Electricians may be employed in the installation of new electrical components on complex, high specification building projects. An electrician must also collaborate with other trades on projects to ensure that their respective installations are installed to the client’s satisfaction and comply with the relevant building regulations and specifications.

In this role, you will learn to become proficient in understanding electrical drawings/diagrams and in the use of small hand and electrical tools to complete your tasks. Also, our electricians might expect to work in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Slough

Installation and maintenance electrician level 3

Laing O'Rourke collaborates with trusted and approved training providers for our apprenticeship delivery. Successful candidates will be enrolled by Laing O'Rourke during the onboarding stage.

• Eligibility without restrictions to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable.
• Full mobility to enable travel to various project locations.
• Attainment of three GCSEs or equivalent with a 4 or above in Maths and English.

The Trade and Technical Apprenticeship programme provides you with a formal college education, leading to a Level apprenticeship standard in your chosen vocation. You will also gain a broad set of trade technical skills through on-the-job training, supported by our qualified and experienced workforce, and construction professionals. A dedicated mentor and approved training provider will work closely with you, providing regular feedback on your progress towards completing your apprenticeship.

Applications are reviewed on a daily basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible, so you don't miss the opportunity to be considered.

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support to your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.