Apprentice Multi Skilled Operative

EQUANS are recruiting for an Apprentice Multi Skilled Operative to be based in Leeds. This is an 24-month Apprenticeship working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

General Overview

The Apprentice Multi Skilled Operative supports the delivery of construction, refurbishment and maintenance projects by assisting experienced trades and site teams across a range of disciplines (e.g. basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, minor concrete and groundwork, basic M&E tasks).

Key Accountabilities

• Learning and applying safe working practices on site in line with company procedures and UK legislation.
• Undertaking supervised practical tasks to agreed quality, time and cost standards.
• Progressing through an approved apprenticeship programme, completing off‑the‑job training and on‑the‑job assessments.
• Supporting the site team in maintaining a clean, organised and compliant work environment.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• Pension Scheme
• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

• Willingness and ability to enrol on and complete a recognised construction‑related apprenticeship (e.g. Level 2 or Level 3 in a relevant trade or building services discipline).
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to meet apprenticeship entry requirements (typically evidenced by GCSEs or equivalent, as required by the training provider).
• Genuine interest in the construction industry and multi‑trade work.
• Commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.
• Ability to follow instructions, work as part of a team and ask for help when needed.
• Reliability, punctuality and willingness to work in outdoor and site‑based environments. 

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. 

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 WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.  

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.