Job Description

South Wales Electrical Apprenticeship September 2025


Apprenticeship Opportunity


Electrical (Level 3 Electrotechnical Installation)


Area & College Location


South Wales


Cardiff & Vale College (The Parade in Cardiff)


Number of Opportunities


1


The Opportunity


Cambria Maintenance Services is looking to recruit a new electrical apprentice in South Wales. Whether you're looking to start your career after school, college or university, or you want to change your career route apprenticeships are for everyone!


Our apprenticeship programme enables you to learn, work and earn a salary whilst working towards achieving a nationally recognised qualification that is respected and recognised in the maintenance industry.


You will work alongside our existing workforce who have lots of industry experience providing you with valuable on the job training enabling you to grow and develop the knowledge and skills required for a successful career.


What will you be doing?


Your time will be split between 4 days in work and 1 day in college. You will support your team to deliver a range of services.

As an Electrical Apprentice your work tasks will include:

Installation of wiring systems.


Install and connect electrical cables conductors.


Wiring systems and equipment.


Inspect, test and commission electrical systems and equipment.


Identify and rectify faults in electrical systems and equipment.


Completing and maintaining all associated documentation, records, systems, assessments and certification.


Liaising with customers.


Who are we looking for?


We are committed to help you achieve your career aspirations. Learning new skills takes time and we are looking for individuals who are willing to commit the time needed to successfully complete our apprenticeship programme. To succeed in this role, you will have a genuine passion and interest in learning your chosen trade and will contribute to working effectively as part of your new team to help us deliver an excellent service to our customers.


Entry Requirements


GCSE Grade A-C in Maths, English and a Science.


Must be aged 16 or over.


If youre unsure whether your qualifications meet the criteria, get in touchwere happy to help!

Hours of work:

40 hours


Are we right for you?


Choosing to do an apprenticeship is a big commitment so it is important that you choose to work for the right company. Take a minute and ask yourself, are we right for you?

To help you make this decision have a look at our website:

www.cambria-ltd.co.uk


If you have someone supporting you with this decision that also has a question then please do get in touch, we would love to talk to you or them about our apprenticeship programme. If you have some questions, you can email us at careers@wwha.co.uk and we can arrange a time to give you a call.


How much will I get paid?


There are different rates of pay for apprentices depending on your age and what year of your apprenticeship youre in.


Check out the Government website for the current Apprentice National Minimum Wage. https://www.gov.uk/become-apprentice/pay-and-conditions


Remember once you are qualified your earning potential will increase.


Duration


Up to 4 years


Who is Cambria Maintenance Services?


Cambria are part of the Wales & West Housing Group and are proud to put residents at the heart of what we do. Our vision is to make a difference to people lives, homes and the communities in which we work. Working at Cambria gives you a real chance to make that difference and a great sense of achievement from doing the right job with good products.


Established in 2010, we undertake a wide range of housing maintenance works across North, Mid and South Wales. The works include day to day repairs, empty property repairs, electrical testing, gas servicing and emergency call-outs outside of office hours.


We operate with strong values, meaning both you and the organisation will behave fairly, openly, responsibly, supportively and efficiently.


Full details about Cambria, its values, operating principles, and further information about this role can be found at http://www.cambria-ltd.co.uk/careers-with-cambria.html

To Apply:

Applying is easy, just complete our online application form by clicking the blue button below and tell us more about yourself. If you get stuck and need some help, then please get in touch.


Applications are being accepted via our online application process only, unless a disability makes this more difficult. If this is the case or you require any more information about the application process, please contact the Careers Department on 07970675480 or 07890066073.

Closing date:

Thursday, 14 th August 2025

Assessment will be held:

Wednesday , 20 th August 2025


Work Location: In person