Electrical Apprentice

EQUANS are looking for an Electrical Apprentice to develop their skills and knowledge to transition eventually into an Electrical Craftsperson. This will be an Apprenticeship for our Pinderfields & Pontefract Hospital contract in Wakefield – this will become a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a great training and qualification programme as well as vital experience to start off a career in the Electrical field.

General Overview:  
We are looking for someone willing to learn and actively develop their knowledge, skills, and experience to complete Electrical qualifications. This person will develop onsite experience through assisting and learning from Electrical Craftsman, Technicians and Subcontractors. This will include learning about electrical and repair and maintenance work within healthcare.

Who are we?
Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  
In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
Equans is a Bouygues group company.

Complexity:
•Be actively involved in the learning, personal development, and apprenticeship training
•To assist in maintenance repairs and installation of electrical systems within the Hospital.
•To be willing to learn to interpret design drawings, diagrams, manufacturers specifications and instructions
•Maintain and care for all company tools
•Ensure that the services provided are to the highest quality/standard with due recognition of client and customer requirements and ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with EQUANS customer care values and Equal Opportunities Policies
•An excellent can-do attitude in wanting to learn and develop whilst doing so safely within our electrical safe systems of work.

Holidays and other great benefits are included as part of the package

Pay Grade
•1st Year salary is £22308
•2nd Year – £24375* (subject to internal Equans pay review)
•3rd Year – £26325* (subject to internal Equans pay review)
•24 days annual leave (+ Bank Holidays)
•Life Cover equivalent to 1 times annual salary
•Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
•Gym membership discounts 
•Cycle to work scheme 
•Holiday purchase scheme
•2 corporate social responsibility days per year
•Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
•Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
•Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
•24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Qualifications or Required Experience:
• Basic education to GCSE/’O’ Level in Maths and English or equivalent.
• Previous experience of general maintenance is beneficial.
• Previous experience in a similar role desirable, although not essential 
• C&G Certificate – Inspection and testing of Portable Electrical Appliances is desirable. 
• Must have (or be able to obtain) Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

Who are we?
Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  
In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
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As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 
You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.