Installation and Maintenance Electrician – Level 3

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

One C ompany, L imitless O pportunities

Caterpillar (https://www.caterpillar.com/en/company.html) is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.

The A pprenticeship

An apprenticeship is a paid job where the employee learns and gains valuable, real-life experiences.

We are looking for 1 apprentice to join our Site Infrastructure team located at our Peterborough facility (PE1 5FQ). The Site Infrastructure team is responsible for all building services across the Peterborough site. Some of these services include ground works, drainage, heating, cooling, gas, electrical and air services and building fabrics. Furthermore, we design and tender projects whilst working in line with line with Building regulations and Electricity at Work Regulations.

Our apprentices will:

• earn a competitive salary package, starting at c. £13,576per year,

• receive 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays,

• have access to a 5% annual bonus, a share scheme, a pension scheme, flexible benefits, flexible working opportunities and family-friendly policies.

In collaboration with our partnered training provider, Inspire Education Group, our 4-year advanced apprenticeship scheme will enable you to grow and develop your capabilities. Alongside on-the-job training supported by relatable mentors, apprentices will spend at least 20% of their working hours completing college-based learning leading to a nationally recognised qualification through the Level 3 Installation and maintenance Apprenticeship Standard. The qualification delivered is;

• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification

As part of this apprenticeship, apprentices are required to attend college on a day release basis and therefore will be required to travel.

Upon successful passing the AM2 competence assessment for the electrical industry, application can be made for the Electrotechnical Joint Industry Board for ECS Gold Card.

The Experience

You will have the opportunity to work on various projects to design and construct the Electrical distribution systems on site and ensure compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations, under the guidance of our expert staff. Work may include but not be limited to:

• Office upgrades.

• Operational projects.

• Supporting other business units with logistical projects.

• Compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations.

• Portable Appliance Testing (PAT).

• Periodic Inspection and Testing (EICR).

• Contractor control and support for works procured including site specifications and Requests for Investment(RFQ).

• Procure green energy solutions with decarbonisation goals.

• PV regeneration.

• Replacing the gas heating systems currently used with all electric heat pumps.

This will all compliment college studies and allow you to develop into a qualified and valued member of our team.

Entry R equirement

• GCSEs: Five GCSEs atGrade 4 (C) or above including Maths and English.

• A-Levels:  Not required.

NOTE: Equivalent academic qualifications to the above requirements welcome. You can apply with predicted grades. If you’re successful at the interview stage, the job offer will be conditional on you achieving the required grades before September 2025.

Our Culture

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work.

We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to innovation. We respect and value people with different opinions, experiences and backgrounds and believe that by working together, we can produce better results than any of us can achieve alone. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Our Sustainability Commitment

Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives (https://www.caterpillar.com/en/company/sustainability.html) to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the C aterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.

Post * *A pprenticeship

On successful completion of this apprenticeship, you are very likely to be offered a position within our world-class team with plenty of opportunity for long-term progression. Many of our former apprentices now occupy senior management roles within our organisation as career development is the foundation to all of our apprenticeship schemes. 

We are passionate about our people and their development, and our professionally accredited apprenticeships schemes stand as testament to that. It’s your time and talent, make it counts. Join us today!

Recruitment Timeline

Go Live: January 17 th 2025

Closing Date: February 23 rd 2025

Interview/Assessment Centre Day (in-person): Between April 7 th to 2 nd May 2025

Engagement Day (in-person): July 3 rd 2025 (provisional)

Employment Start Date: September 8 th 2025 (provisional)

The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your skills and experience on your application relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

NOTE: Only apply for a maximum of two apprenticeship schemes. You may be given the opportunity of being considered for other schemes at a later stage.

Recruitment Process

Stage one – Online Application: The first stage of the process is to complete the online application; this must be done before the closing date of the role that you’re applying for.  Once we reach the close date, we will begin reviewing all our applications, this may take a little while and we will contact you as soon as possible to let you know if you have been successful in moving forward to the next stage. 

Stage two – Assessment Centre : The half day assessment centre (i.e. interview) will look at a range of behaviours such as teamwork, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving. Each will consist of a group exercise, an interview and a presentation. Details will vary depending on the career area/role you are applying for. We aim to make these days fun, inclusive and as relaxed as possible. 

Stage three – Offer: After the assessment centre, the Caterpillar team will review the feedback and extend offers to our chosen candidates, we aim to do this as quickly as possible.

We hold an Engagement Day for all new apprentices to provide you with an opportunity to meet fellow new starters across the facility before your employment start date. Apprentices will join the business in September 2025.

We look forward to receiving your application to join Caterpilla r. * * If you have a question, please do not hesitate to get in touch with the team o n UKRecruitment@cat.com .

Posting Dates:

January 17, 2025 – February 23, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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