Higher Apprenticeship - Electrical Power Network Engineer

Base Location:Slough, Reading, Portsmouth

Salary: Circa £24,580 per annum + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing. Salary upon finishing the programme is circa £37k - £42k per annum.

Working Pattern: Full Time | 3 year programme

Start Date:August 2025

Are you ready to launch a career in electrical engineering while earning valuable qualifications and hands-on experience? Our Electrical Power Networks Engineer Apprenticeship is a three-year programme that combines academic study with practical, real-world training—giving you the foundation to thrive in the energy sector.

What to Expect:

Study Towards a Recognised Qualification – Youll work towards a Level 4 Apprentice Electrical Power Networks Engineer qualification, gaining the technical knowledge needed for a successful career.

Hands-On Experience – When you're not studying, you'll work alongside experienced SSE engineers to develop essential engineering skills within our Distribution business. This may include fieldwork or working in teams focused on Design, Planning, and Protection.

Increased Responsibility in Year 3 – Youll take on more technical tasks, ensuring safety, designing and implementing protection schemes, and overseeing craftspeople or contractors.

Exciting Career Opportunities – Upon completion, youll be fully qualified to work as a Protection Engineer, Designer, or Field Engineer, with a competitive salary of circa £37k - £42k

If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and using your hands to make a real impact, this could be the perfect career path for you!

What We're Looking For:

We want to hear from motivated, problem-solving individuals with a passion for engineering. To succeed in this role, you should be:

Highly organised and able to manage your time effectively

Adaptable to different work environments and able to work both independently and in a team

Willing to live away from home while attending college or placements across SSE

Driving Commitment, it would be beneficial if you are already learning to drive or have your licence already. However, our expectation is that you will hold a full UK driving licence by the end of your programme

What Youll Gain:

Industry-recognised qualification

Hands-on experience in a vital sector

Skills to build a rewarding career in energy

The opportunity to contribute to the UKs NET ZERO goals

If youre passionate about electrical engineering and eager to develop your skills, wed love to hear from you!

What youll need:

To join the programme in September 2025, youll need to have (or expect to achieve):

GCSEs:

Five GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, including English, Maths, and Science

Further Qualifications:

Level 3 qualification in Engineering OR

A-Levels in Maths and Physics

Important Note:

This programme is designed for those who are beginning their engineering career journey. If you already hold an HND or higher in Electrical Engineering, we encourage you to explore other SSE opportunities that may be better suited to your qualifications.

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, youll 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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