Sumitomo Electric U.K. Power Cables Ltd. (SEUK-CL) is currently looking for 2 enthusiastic individuals to join our project and become part of our future as we strive to make a significant contribution towards realisation of the UK Net Zero Target and become a centre of excellence for renewable energy and technologies. We are seeking committed individuals who are eager to learn new skills and experience and embrace the culture of working for a large Japanese organisation.
Level 6/7
Delivery: Full time on campus in first year, then work-based
START: August
Duration: 4 Years
1st Year Salary: £8.50 per hour plus benefits
Course content...
This course consists of work-based training and provides the dual benefit of students gaining a nationally recognised qualification while being paid as they work.
Engineering is a fast moving and diverse industry with many occupational routes. Each discipline is tailored to suit company needs while training the individual to a high competency level.
Over the course of the apprenticeship you will work to achieve the SVQ 3 qualification at SCQF level 6/7.
What You Need...
It is recommended that applicants have Standard Grade at 4 or above, or Intermediate 1, or National 5 passes in English, Maths, a Science subject and Craft/Design Technology.
About Our Project In Port Of Nigg, Highland
Sumitomo Electric is one of the leading global manufacturers of state-of-the-art high-end electricity transmission cables, up to and including 525kV HVDC(High Voltage Direct Current) cable.
The new factory at Nigg, with investment value announced by the Scottish Government of £350M, will make a significant contribution towards realisation of the UK Net Zero Target by contributing to critical electricity transmission infrastructure to connect and deliver renewable energy, including offshore wind, to UK consumers and beyond. In addition, the factory will create more than 180 highly skilled jobs in the Scottish Highlands, with maximum utilisation of the local supply chain for production of cables and construction of transmission cable systems.
In a significant boost for the UK green energy supply chain, Sumitomo Electric has commenced construction of its state-of-the-art subsea transmission cable factory in the Scottish Highlands. The factory will supply critical elements for the reinforcement of the UK electricity transmission grid and for connecting renewable energy production facilities to the grid.
About Sumitomo Electric Group
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. is a recognized global technology leader with over 290,000 employees working at around 400 group companies in 40 countries. Building on more than 120 years of innovation, today Sumitomo Electric is engaged in diversified business activities that support people's daily lives and industries in five business segments: automotive, infocommunications, electronics, environment & energy, and industrial materials. To learn more about Sumitomo Electric, please visit ,
and our YouTube Channel ).
Follow us on LinkedIn