Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship
This is an exciting opportunity to begin a career in engineering as an Apprentice Switchgear Fitter. You will learn how to assemble, install, test, maintain and repair the specialist equipment used to control and protect electrical power distribution systems.
Role
Working alongside experienced engineers and fitters, you will develop a combination of practical electrical and mechanical skills while completing the Level 3 Engineering Fitter apprenticeship.
What you’ll do at work
Your duties will develop as your knowledge and confidence grow. They will include:
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, electrical schematics and technical specifications
- Assembling switchgear panels, circuit breakers, busbars and associated components
- Installing control wiring and electrical equipment
- Using hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches and testing equipment safely
- Carrying out electrical continuity and insulation resistance checks
- Supporting the testing and commissioning of switchgear systems
- Inspecting equipment for wear, damage and potential faults
- Assisting with planned maintenance and repairs
- Developing fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Replacing defective components, including breakers, contacts, relays and fuses
- Completing job sheets, maintenance records and test documentation
- Following company procedures, electrical safety regulations and safe isolation requirements
- Wearing the correct personal protective equipment and reporting workplace hazards
- Working closely with engineers, electricians and commissioning teams
- Ensuring work meets technical, safety and quality standards
Training
You will work towards the Level 3 Engineering Fitter apprenticeship standard.
The programme will help you develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to produce, assemble, install and repair engineered components and equipment. Your training will cover areas such as:
- Engineering drawings and specifications
- Assembly and fitting techniques
- Electrical and mechanical systems
- Engineering tools and equipment
- Testing and quality control
- Fault finding and problem solving
- Health, safety and environmental requirements
- Effective communication and teamwork
You will receive workplace training from experienced colleagues alongside structured apprenticeship training.
You will also spend 1 day a week at Oaklands College - Welwyn Garden City for your day release training and teaching.
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to permanent employment and progression into positions such as:
- Qualified Engineering Fitter
- Switchgear Fitter
- Electrical or Mechanical Fitter
- Test Technician
- Maintenance Engineer
- Commissioning Engineer
Further training and progression opportunities may also be available as you gain experience.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Engineering fitter (level 3)
- Training Provider
- OAKLANDS COLLEGE
- Working Week
- Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.
- Expected Duration
- 3 Years 6 Months
- Positions Available
- 3
- Closing Date
- Monday, 31st August 2026
- Start Date
- Tuesday, 1st September 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade Level 4-9 (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade Level 4-9 (Essential)