Apprentice Estates Craftsperson (Electrical)
Looking to kick‑start a career in electrical engineering while making a real difference? West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting an Apprentice Estates Craftsperson (Electrical) to join our Estates team.
You’ll work towards a Level 3 Installation and Engineering apprenticeship, gaining hands‑on experience maintaining and repairing vital electrical systems across Trust sites – all while supporting safe, high‑quality patient care.
What you’ll be doing
- Learn fault finding, maintenance and installation of electrical systems
- Support planned and reactive maintenance across Trust sites
- Work safely to HTM 06 and BS7671 Wiring Regulations
- Carry out electrical testing, inspections and basic commissioning
- Use hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment
- Work with Estates colleagues and clinical teams
- Take part in on‑call and out‑of‑hours work (after training)
What we’re looking for
- GCSE Maths A*–C / 4–9 (or equivalent Level 2)
- Willing to complete a Level 3 Electrical/Engineering apprenticeship
- Enthusiastic, reliable and keen to learn
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Flexible approach to working hours
- Comfortable working at height and in confined spaces
Why join us?
- Earn while you learn with a nationally recognised qualification
- Hands‑on experience in a critical NHS environment
- Supportive team and long‑term career development
Apprentice Responsibilities
Attend all off‑the‑job training components of the apprenticeship as agreed with your manager and apprenticeship training provider.
Proactively engage in the on‑the‑job activities in the workplace to become competent in the apprenticeship standard and role.
Complete all apprenticeship course work, assessments and self‑directed study in a timely way as agreed with your workplace supervisor and the apprenticeship training provider.
Undertake all statutory and mandatory training required for the job role. This will be in addition to the apprenticeship training requirements.
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