Distribution Embedded Fitter Apprentices - (North)

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Closing at: Mar 10 2025 at 23:55 GMT

Base Location: Islay, Stornoway

Salary: Circa £14,894 per annum + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing. Salary upon finishing the Apprentice programme is circa £32,000 per annum.

Working Pattern: Full Time | 4 Year Programme

Start Date: August 2025

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Embedded Craft apprenticeship fitting programme within the Distribution business in Stornoway and Isle of Islay

The programme lasts 4 years and consists of two key stages:

Stage 1: Academic Study (18 months)

• Full-time residential training at Fife College

• Learning Electrical & Mechanical Engineering principles

• Completing an award in Performing Engineering Operations (PEO)

Stage 2: Work-Based Learning

• Hands-on experience working with our expert team

• Implementing your academic knowledge into real-world scenarios

• Gaining an industry-recognised qualification to kickstart your career

Please note: During the first 18 months at Fife College, you will be required to live away from home. Travel and accommodation will be provided, but opportunities to return home may be limited during term breaks.

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for motivated individuals who are eager to learn and develop. While qualifications are important, we’re also interested in your attitude, initiative, and problem-solving skills.

To be considered, you should:

• Have a proactive mindset and the ability to adapt to change

• Be a team player, working well with others to achieve common goals

• Demonstrate resilience and problem-solving abilities

• Have a strong commitment to safety – “If it’s not safe, we don’t do it”

• Possess a good level of Mathematics and English to complete Engineering Mathematics and report-writing modules

Why Join Us?

• Gain valuable on-the-job experience

• Work towards an industry-recognised qualification

• Play a key role in the delivery of Net Zero

• Secure a rewarding and successful career in the energy sector

If you’re ready to power up your future, apply now and take the first step towards an exciting career with us!

About our Business

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know next steps.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact apprenticesandtrainees@sse.com by email or you are very welcome to request a call if you would prefer to discuss on the phone. 

Before commencing employment with SSE, you’ll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.  

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Please note, SSE welcomes applicants from all nationalities to apply for the Apprenticeship/Trainees roles, however, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship as the salary does not meet the UKVI minimum salary threshold for this role.

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Our Benefits

Sharesave Scheme
34 days of annual leave
Option to purchase up to 10 days holiday
Interest-free technology loans
24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service
Private healthcare discounts
Subsidised gym memberships
21 weeks full pay maternity leave
Cycle to Work scheme with generous £2500 limit
Interest-free salary advance to cover transport season tickets

Explore our full list of benefits:

UK Benefits Booklet

ROI Benefits Booklet

NI Benefits Booklet

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