ECS POWER & CONTROL LIMITED - Site Based Electrical Installation Apprenticeship
Silvaco House, 5 Compass Point Business Park, Stocks Bridge Way, St. Ives, PE27 5JL
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Summary
We at ECS are looking for an enthusiastic candidate to join our team and become the next generation of BMS controls electrician.
Working as part of an experienced team we want to assist in their training by learning from our skilled tradesmen and giving them valuable site and life experiences.
Training course: Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)
Hours Monday- Friday, 6.30am- 4.30pm 40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 01 September 2026
Duration: 4 Years 6 Months
Positions available: 1
Work
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you'll do at work
The job role entails assembly, installation and testing of the BMS electrical wiring, equipment, loose controls, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools, power tools and test equipment
Our work spans across a multitude of commercial building projects including new builds and refurbishments within many sectors including Sciecne & Technology, Education, Residential, Defence and more
Where you'll work
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
CAMBRIDGE REGIONAL COLLEGE
Your training course
Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)
Your training plan
Supplementary training would be provided from both a health & safety aspect, including the likes of tuition for Working at Height, Asbestos Awareness, First Aid, etc.
Along with project specific requirements such as IPAF & PASMA training to ensure safe access whilst on site
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
English (grade 4/C)
Maths (grade 4/C)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Other requirements
A key consideration would be the fluid nature of the contracting industry in that the work location shifts to wherever the contracted works are being undertaken, as such own transport is a desirable covering an expected catchment of a 25-mile radius of Cambridge.
About this company
ECS Power & Control Ltd. directly employs around 65 personnel. With a head office and production facility based in Norwich since 1982 and a satellite office in Cambridge since 2016.
Operating across multiple sectors we offer a diverse range of services, including but not limited to design, installation, commissioning and maintenance.
Upon the completion of the apprenticeship, subject to review, there would be a permanent place available as one of our Electrical Installation team, with the benefits commensurate with the position. Evolution of the job role including extra responsibility or alternative training and development would be expected with added experience
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ECS POWER & CONTROL LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000021121.