Introduction
To develop into a competent electrical engineering technician by combining structured academic learning with supervised, practical experience across the design, installation, testing, commissioning, operation and maintenance of electrical systems used in CBS distributed-energy and decarbonisation projects.
About the Employer
At Centrica we live by our Purpose – ‘energising a greener, fairer future’ – because we believe in energy that works for colleagues, customers and communities, today and into the future. It’s why we exist. Delivering the energy needed today and the energy security, efficiency and decarbonisation solutions of the future.
When it comes to energy we make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it.
As we look to the future, Centrica has a crucial role in the energy transition, we’ve committed to investing £4bn by 2028 in renewable generation, security of supply, and our customers.
In doing so, we can add value for customers, colleagues, communities andshareholders alike.
What You’ll Do
- Complete the agreed apprenticeship programme, off-the-job learning, assessments, portfolio and end-point assessment requirements within the planned timescales
- Work under appropriate supervision and within personal competence, escalating uncertainty, hazards, technical concerns and design changes promptly
- Support the preparation and checking of electrical engineering information, including calculations, equipment schedules, cable schedules, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and technical submissions
- Assist with the selection and application of electrical equipment for systems such as CHP, solar PV, battery energy storage, heat pumps, microgrids and associated balance-of-plant
- Gain practical experience of low-voltage distribution, protection, earthing, containment, cabling, motor control, instrumentation interfaces and control panels, as relevant to assigned projects
- Support site surveys, installation inspections, testing, commissioning, fault finding, maintenance and the capture of accurate as-built information
- Participate in design reviews, project meetings, lessons learned and continuous-improvement activities, contributing constructively and completing agreed actions
- Apply CBS safety expectations, electrical safe-working principles, risk controls, site rules, permit requirements and environmental responsibilities at all times
- Build effective working relationships with colleagues, customers, suppliers, subcontractors and the training provider, representing CBS professionally
- Engineering, Project Management, Construction, Commissioning, Operations & Maintenance, SHEQ, Commercial and Procurement teams; clients, suppliers, subcontractors and the appointed training provider
- Use engineering software, document-control systems and standard CBS templates accurately, maintaining clear records and traceability
Training Outcome
This is a pipeline role with a view to roll off onto an enduring role within the CBS business.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Physical fitness
- Awareness of Health and Safety
Qualifications
- Essential – GCSE – English – 4
- Essential – GCSE – Maths – 4
- Desired – GCSE – Science – 4 or above
Course Information
Course: Engineering maintenance technician – dual discipline (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Engineering and manufacturing
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday to Friday8.30am – 5pm
Expected Duration: 4 Years
Number of Positions Available: 2
Training Provider: THE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP
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