Overview
We are proud to be a platinum member of the 5% club based on the quality of training and development of our 'earn as you learn' opportunities. Will you complete a qualification during your apprenticeship? When you join us as an apprentice, you will:
* Complete an apprenticeship qualification relevant to the role, to suit your current education level. At the end of the programme, you will gain a nationally recognised qualification in this field as well as learning the practical skills and hands-on experience in a supportive environment.
* Join us on our Trainee Development Programme, where you will be given the training and tools to develop your skills through a series of modules over an 18-month period followed by a graduation event.
We offer apprenticeships from a level 4 to a degree level apprenticeship fully funded by Galliford Try, tailored to your current education level and course entry requirements. Please note that the minimum entry requirement for electrical apprenticeships is a Grade 4 or equivalent in mathematics and a science or technology based subject. This role is available for a Summer 2026 start, with the possibility of an earlier start date to suit yourself and the business.
Responsibilities
What could your day look like? In the role you will be responsible for assisting the Design Engineers in the production and coordination of outline and detailed Electrical Design Deliverables on combined Process/Mechanical/Electrical/Civil schemes in the water industry. You will:
* Coordinate with Electrical Design Engineers and achieve hands-on experience.
* Assist in ascertaining Client's requirements through reference to scope and specification documents.
* Support with the preparation of outline and detailed electrical design deliverables.
* Ensuring design work is completed to agreed programmes, financial budgets and KPI's.
As part of the apprenticeship programme you will be expected to work in and around the location advertised, along with travel to attend your course, with the possibility for expanding travel to other projects and locations in the future. This may include staying away from home.
Who should apply
We invite applications from those who are passionate about the industry, who are leaving education and want to further their studies, or those who haven't yet found a route into construction. You will be willing to learn and get involved in key projects, have the passion, adaptability and a flexible approach to work, along with good communication skills. We are here to support your learning and professional growth; we do not expect you to have any prior experience for this role. To qualify for the apprenticeship study requirements, you must have eligibility to live and work in the UK without restriction and achieve the minimum entry requirements to enrol onto an apprenticeship course related to the role you are applying for. Please note that the minimum entry requirement for electrical apprenticeships is a Grade 4 or equivalent in mathematics and a science or technology based subject. Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.
As a leading construction company, we aim to improve the UK's built environment and deliver lasting change in the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve lives by building facilities and infrastructure, support our team's growth, promote best practices in our supply chain, and care for the environment. At Galliford Try, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential, emphasizing health, safety and wellbeing through our 'Be Well' program, which offers gym discounts and support for various wellbeing topics. Encouraged by our people-orientated values, we invite motivated and enthusiastic people to join us in making a meaningful difference.
Benefits
* A career path, not just a job - all our apprentices join us on a permanent contract
* 28 days holiday excluding bank holidays, increasing with years of service, with an option of utilising our holiday purchase scheme
* Private medical insurance
* Two paid volunteering days per year
* Agile working programme
* A range of benefit schemes including: Save as You Earn share purchase scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, Pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounts on your favourite brands and holidays
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