About SP Electricity North West
SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth.
We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem. In December 2024, we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine for using innovation to solve industry challenges.
Now part of Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we’re building smarter, greener electricity networks that support Britain’s growth.
Infrastructure/Cloud Support Engineer Apprentice
Are you passionate about cloud technology and eager to support the future of IT infrastructure? Join our Infrastructure/Cloud Support Engineer Apprenticeship Programme and gain hands‑on experience supporting and developing services within our Microsoft Azure platform. You’ll work with experienced engineers and teams across the business to help build, maintain, and optimise cloud‑based solutions that power our operations.
What you’ll be doing
* Supporting the build and maintenance of cloud infrastructure using Microsoft Azure
* Assisting with the implementation of IaaS and PaaS services
* Learning to automate resource deployment, cost management, and security baselines
* Managing DevOps repositories and infrastructure‑as‑code
* Monitoring cloud performance and reporting on usage, access, and optimisation opportunities
* Collaborating with Infrastructure Operations, Product Managers, and Developers
* Helping to resolve technical queries and support cloud‑based projects
* Contributing to the development of our cloud‑first strategy
What’s in it for you
* Study for a Level 4 industry‑recognised Apprenticeship
* Receive support from a dedicated work‑based mentor
* Starting salary of £18,500 with opportunities to grow
* 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing annually)
* Access to discounts on retail, travel, leisure and more
* Membership to our pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution
What we’re looking for
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English (Grade 4‑9 / A*-C)
Plus one of the following
* Two A Levels (A*-C), ideally including a STEM subject
* BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in IT or a related subject (Merit or Distinction)
* ONC or equivalent in Computing or Infrastructure‑related discipline
We’re also looking for
* A keen interest in cloud computing and IT infrastructure
* Strong problem‑solving and communication skills
* A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
* Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced technical environment
Ready to support the future of cloud technology? If you meet the minimum criteria and are excited to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and start your journey with us. Assessment day will be held in March 2026 (subject to change).
We are a Disability Confident Employer. Some recruitment situations may limit interview opportunities for candidates with disabilities. For support or adjustments, contact our Recruitment team at careers@enwl.co.uk or 0845 366 0092.
Any offer made will remain conditional until pre‑employment checks are complete. Pre‑employment checks include references, BS7858, DBS, and drug & alcohol tests. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If received, we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.
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