Engineering Operative Apprentice

As an Operative Apprentice, you’ll gain engineering skills and hands-on experience, working on cutting-edge energy solutions and manufacturing high-quality electrical products and systems.

Apprenticeship summary

What will the apprentice be doing?

• Assembly & Production: Work in a fast-paced, high-tech factory environment to assemble a range of Schneider Electric products.
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Test product functionality and troubleshoot issues to ensure quality standards are achieved.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

During your apprenticeship, you will receive two types of training.

On-the-job training will be delivered by Schneider Electric, your employer. You’ll receive training and supervision to help you perform your role. This will include skills and knowledge that are outside of the apprenticeship but necessary for the job. In addition to ‘on-the-job’ training, they will support you in other ways to ensure your success.

Types of support will include:

• A comprehensive induction
• Mentoring or regular one-to-one guidance
• Social enrichment and networking opportunities
• Performance reviews
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Feedback opportunities

Off-the-job training will be provided by a carefully selected training provider during your normal working hours. You will spend at least 20% of your working hours (approximately 6 hours per week) completing ‘off-the-job’ training. This is protected time and a requirement for apprenticeship delivery. This training will teach you the knowledge, skills, and behaviours outlined in the apprenticeship standard, enabling you to achieve occupational competence.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

After successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will potentially have the opportunity to move into a permanent position.
Your learning doesn't stop there! Learn everyday, to stop learning is to stop growing. We are genuinely curious, never done with learning. With Schneider, there is no such thing as knowing it all or having all the answers. We believe in life-long learning.

Every minute of the day brings a new chance to listen, open up our minds, and widen our horizons. We are never too experienced to learn.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Non judgemental

Qualifications

GCSE 5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and STEM related (Grade Grade 4/C or above) Essential
Other Engineering (Grade Level 2) Essential

Things to consider

All applicants must have a permanent right to work in the UK, as Schneider Electric is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

About the employer

Schneider’s purpose is to create impact by empowering everyone to make the most of their energy and resources, bridging progress with sustainability. At Schneider, we call this Life Is On. Our mission is to be the trusted partner in sustainability and efficiency. As a global leader in industrial technology, Schneider provides integrated solutions that help businesses grow, using digital tools to improve efficiency and create value for our customers. With over 150,000 employees and more than a million partners in over 100 countries, we stay close to our customers and communities. Schneider embraces diversity and inclusion, guided by our purpose of building a sustainable future for all.

Employer

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC LIMITED

Address

Schneider Electric
123 Jack Lane
Hunslet
Leeds
LS10 1BA