Apprentice Electrical Maintenance Technician. Education & Training

Apprentice Electrical Maintenance Technician - Daviot, Highlands, IV2 5XL

About Breedon Group:
Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.

Have you always had that knack for practical, hands-on tasks? Did childhood hobbies see you taking things apart and putting them together? Are you often curious about how things are made and why things work? If so, perhaps electrical engineering is your career call. Earn as you learn, combining college study for a SCQF Level 6 in Engineering:
Multiskilled, with industry experience at the largest independent construction materials group in the UK.

Breedon is a home for inquisitive learners. Quarries, cement, and construction are no longer old-fashioned sectors. We're providing the foundation for our lives, building the places where we live and work, play and in-between.

• Being paid to go to college; earn as you learn, without having to work the time back
• Achieving a Level 6 Apprenticeship, in a sought‑after engineering discipline
• Full company funding of any fees for qualifications and training
• No need to buy your own kit or any work equipment; it's all on us
• 40 hours per week, rising to 48 on completion of the 4‑year apprenticeship
• A competitive salary significantly higher than the national minimum wage for apprentices
• Support from a community of apprentices; a collaborative and comprehensive induction
• A huge variety of potential career progression pathways at a stable, thriving business

• You’ll be installing, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing commercial and industrial electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, motors, and control panels
• Troubleshoot electrical faults on quarry equipment such as crushers, conveyors, screens, pumps, and dust suppression systems
• Perform preventative maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure operational efficiency
• Coordinate with operations, mechanical maintenance, and contractors to support production schedules
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports
• Identify and recommend improvements for system reliability and safety
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures

You will attend college; the choice of college will be dependent on where you live.

If you have a natural affinity with the great outdoors, and can work in all weathers, then this role may be for you.

• Four National 5 qualifications, grades C or above, including a B or higher in Maths and a Science subject
• A demonstrable interest in engineering – via education and/or work experience
• The ability to work in outdoor and rugged environments
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording data
• A practical, hands‑on approach to work
• The awareness to work safely on a construction site or production depot
• Flexibility in your working pattern and also when it comes to business needs and change
• Good organisational and communication skill
• Throughout your apprenticeship you will be expected to have a valid UK driving licence, which will be essential for site‑based work

• Salary – £21,257.60 – £23,316.80
• Company Pension Scheme
• 33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Share Saver Scheme participation
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
• Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways

Interested? Visit the Early Careers page to find your role and apply.

At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.