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London Underground Electrical installation Level3 Apprenticeship
You will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow:
- Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household.
- Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel.
- Minimum 29 days annual leave (pro rata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays
- Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
- Retail, health, leisure and travel offers & many more.
Location
- London
Duration
- 4 years
Entry Requirements
- A minimum of 2 GCSE’s Grade A* - C or Grade 4 and above, including Maths and English Language (or equivalents)
- You are not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards a qualification at the same or higher level in a related subject or have already studied content from the qualification for this scheme.
- Applicants holding the following will not be eligible to apply:
- Level 3 Apprenticeship or qualifications in Electrical installation
- You must be 18 years of age by 13th January 2025 to be eligible for this scheme.
Please be advised that should you be successful in getting an offer for this apprenticeship scheme, your offer will be subject to a satisfactory medical which may include but is not limited to: drugs and alcohol screening, hearing test and eyesight tests including Ishihara Plates and Colour Assessment and Diagnosis tests to determine colour deficiency.
Proposed start date
- 9th September 2024
Job overview
London Underground plays an essential role in our city’s development. Our network covers 253 miles, serving 275 stations and carriers more than five million passengers per day.
The role of a London Underground engineering apprentice is critical to ensuring the ongoing performance and safety of our tube network. The technological advancements we are seeing in our trains and operating infrastructure mean that we need to adapt the way we maintain our assets to keep them operating at peak performance. You’ll be at the forefront of these developments whilst also keeping a watchful eye on our legacy assets across the network.
What will I be doing?
Apprentices will have the opportunity to learn from experienced and qualified staff through various placements across the organisation to gain a broad spectrum of knowledge through a hands-on approach to learning.
Power – Electrical
As a London Underground Electrical Apprentice, you will participate and work with competent teams that ensure the DLO Electrical Assets are maintained and delivered into service in a safe and timely manner. During your apprenticeship, you will be placed across a range of departments within the Electrical area, enabling you to experience and learn how the Electrical Division functions. You will learn how to read Electrical and Mechanical Drawings, be trained to write reports, fault findings, Understand and apply the principles, practices and legislation for the termination and connection of conductors, cables and cords in electrical systems. learn how to carryout preparation and installation of wiring systems and electrotechnical equipment in buildings, and structures.
Nature of Work:
- Gather information
- Reporting
- Assemble tools, equipment and materials
- Check tools, equipment and materials for fitness for purpose.
- Deal promptly and effectively with problems within his/her control.
- Report deviations which cannot be solved
- Follow the correct process/operations for the allocated task
- Establish and maintain communication with the relevant persons
- Correctly establish scope and accuracy of testing
- Carry out required testing using correctly accessed equipment and methods.
- Take action to rectify the defective asset.
- understanding: Handover asset in accordance with company procedures
- Complete documentation in accordance with company procedures
Where can this career take me?
This apprenticeship is just the start of your career, the roles and opportunities available to you are endless. You may want to progress onto an Apprenticeship at a higher level, or as a Senior Technician - Asset Performance - Stations.
We also have a number of directors who started their career journeys as an apprentice for London Underground, so it is clear that this career choice is an exciting opportunity for you to progress to senior management positions.
What do we look for?
Our talented apprentices form a vital part of that vision, so it’s important that we find the best people to help us do this. We’re looking for people who are;
- Analytical and logical thinkers
- Continuing learners
- Creative and innovative
- Delivers quality
- Team working
- Takes responsibility, accountability and ownership
- Embraces change and drives innovation
Our core values are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are:
- Caring about our colleagues, our customers and our work
- Open to each other, to new ideas and to working together
- Adaptable to diverse needs and willing to innovate
What training and support will I get?
You’ll have an Apprenticeship Development Manager who will act as your line manager and be responsible for ensuring that the design and delivery of the Apprenticeship is fit for purpose. They will help secure the right placements for you and support you in your professional development. You’ll also have a mentor that’ll support and guide you sharing their knowledge and expertise.
Qualification/training offered:
- 6 months at Acton to complete PEO unit, this includes Mechanical, electrical, electronic and Hand skills workshop.
- City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment)
- City & Guilds 2392 Certificate in Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification
- 2391-52 Level 3 Award in Inspection and Testing
You’ll also have opportunities to complete additional training courses. These will vary from soft skills training to technical skills training.
We also have an established Graduate and Apprentice Committee as well as an Alumni group, these groups are powerful networks in developing your understanding of the organisation, different apprenticeship schemes and opportunities to develop your career. Many current graduates and apprentices believe this to be a powerful support network and they often hold apprentice only events that are very beneficial to your continued learning.
About Transport for London
We’re the integrated transport authority responsible for meeting Mayor Sadiq Khan's strategy and commitments on transport in London. We run the day-to-day operation of the Capital's public transport network and manage London's main roads.
With such a vast and varied transport network, no two days at TfL are the same but we have one key purpose: to keep London moving. Working at TfL gives you the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on London and Londoners.
How to apply
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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
