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Quorum Business Park, Benton Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE12 8EX

TDR TRAINING LTD - Level 3 Apprentice Electrician

Salary: £15,392 a year
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Apprenticeship
Hours: 37
Closing Date: Tue 01 Sep 2026 - 11:59 pm UTC
TDR TRAINING LTD - Level 3 Apprentice Electrician

Summary

Our client, a leading electrical contractor, seeks a motivated Level 3 Apprentice Electrician (direct entry to Year 2). This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience on major projects, including new-build public sector sites such as schools, hospitals, and universities.

Annual wage: £15,392 a year
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Training course: Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)

Hours
Monday - Friday, between 8.00am - 4.30pm.
37.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Monday 14 September 2026

Duration: 3 Years 6 Months

Positions available: 2

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

Our client, a leading electrical contractor, is looking for a motivated and skilled individual to join their team as a Level 3 Apprentice Electrician, with direct entry into Year 2 of the apprenticeship.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience on exciting projects, including new-build public sector buildings such as schools, hospitals, and universities.

Role Overview

As an Apprentice Electrician, you will work alongside experienced professionals, developing your skills in:

  • Electrical installation and maintenance
  • Reading and interpreting technical drawings
  • Testing and inspection
  • Safe working practices on-site

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

TDR TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English Language or English Literature (grade 4 or above)
  • Maths (grade 4 or above)
  • Electrical Installation (grade Pass)

Desirable qualifications

T Level in:

  • Electrotechnical Engineering (grade Pass)

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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working

Other requirements

Applicants MUST have:

  • Grade 4 or above in Maths and English
  • Completed a Level 2 Electrical Installation (practical qualification) and a Level 3 Electrical Installation (academic qualification) at a local college
  • Alternatively have completed a level 3 T level in Electrotechnical Engineering

About this company

TDR Training delivers high-quality electrical apprenticeships to engineering companies and M&E contractors across the North East, helping employers develop skilled, industry-ready workforces. Alongside our long-established engineering apprenticeship programmes, this additional offer expands our training provision to support the growing demand for qualified electrical professionals within the sector. Apprentices benefit from a combination of practical workplace experience and expert-led technical training, ensuring they gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for successful careers. By working closely with employers, TDR Training provides tailored apprenticeship solutions that meet business needs while supporting long-term growth, workforce development and future talent pipelines across the region.

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After this apprenticeship

  • Direct entry into Year 2 of the apprenticeship
  • Practical experience on varied, high-profile projects
  • Mentoring and support from experienced electricians
  • Career progression within a well-established electrical contractor 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TDR TRAINING LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000033145.

Apply now

Closes on Tuesday 01 September 2026

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