Job Description

Job details

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Salary: 14,526 per annum
Location: Brookvale Depot, Northfleet
Status: Fixed term (24 months)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing date: 2 February 2026

The role

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We are seeking a motivated and reliable Electrical Apprentice to join our in-house repairs, maintenance and testing team.


This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a recognised electrical qualification. You will assist qualified electricians in carrying out a wide range of electrical installation, testing, inspection and maintenance works across council-owned homes and buildings, including domestic and communal

areas.


The successful candidate will be keen to learn, committed to health and safety, and able to work effectively as part of a team while delivering a high-quality service to our tenants.


In return, we offer structured training, on-the-job experience, and the opportunity to build a long-term career within local government.

Skills or qualifications required

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Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to communicate clearly, confidently and politely.
Good customer service skills.
Have practical and creative ability.
Experience of dealing with the public.
Good team player.
Enthusiastic.
Reliable and punctual

Working for Gravesham

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We are committed to delivering to the community and working with us means you are part of delivering the level of growth and improvement our community needs and deserves. A range of services have been provided to over 106,000 people and 4,000 businesses.


The Borough of Gravesham, situated in the north west corner of Kent, covers 25,000 acres of the most varied countryside in south east England. Bordered by the River Thames to the north, it is at the heart of Thames Gateway and has a significant role to play in the regeneration of a major government growth area.

Benefits

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A minimum of 23 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.
Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme - Local Government Pension Scheme
Access to over 1000+ instant discounts from favourite retailers, restaurants, food delivery services and attractions via our benefits portal Vivup.
Career development, training opportunities and access to e-learning
Access to eye care vouchers and VDU Glasses
External Occupational Health service
Cycle to Work Scheme
Access to an employee assistance programme 24/7
Octopus Electric Vehicles Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Important Information

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Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job description.


We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.


If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Christopher Cleall-Harding on 01474 337527.

How to apply

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Please send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@gravesham.gov.uk by 2 February 2026.


If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.


All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Human Resources Team on 01474 337374.