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Electrical Engineering Apprentice

Advanced Emergency Vehicles · Littlewood Drive · posted 30 July 2026

Wage
£16,224 a year
Hours
39 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Engineering fitter (level 3)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
14 August 2026
Positions
1

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Throughout the apprenticeship, the successful candidate will be trained to:

  • Read and understand basic electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
  • Install electrical wiring looms and harnesses into emergency vehicles.
  • Fit electrical components including switches, relays, fuse boxes, control modules and distribution systems.
  • Install emergency warning equipment such as lighting, sirens and communication systems.
  • Terminate and connect electrical wiring using approved techniques.
  • Carry out electrical testing using appropriate equipment.
  • Assist with diagnosing and rectifying electrical faults.
  • Complete work in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions and quality standards.
  • Learn how to use a range of hand and power tools safely.
  • Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
  • Work closely with colleagues across production to ensure vehicles are completed to schedule.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the electrical department.

Your training

You will study at Kirklees College Engineering Centre, HD1 6AG one day a week throughout the duration of your apprenticeship.

Where it leads

AEV is committed to developing its apprentices and providing long-term career opportunities. On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into roles such as:

  • Electrical Engineer
  • Senior Electrical Engineer
  • Technical Support Engineer
  • Prototype & Development Technician
  • Team Leader
  • Engineering Technician

Many of our experienced engineers began their careers as apprentices, making this an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a growing and innovative business.

About Advanced Emergency Vehicles

Advanced Emergency Vehicles (AEV) designs, develops and manufactures innovative emergency service and frontline vehicles for customers across the UK. We are proud to support the NHS and emergency services by designing and building high-quality, lifesaving vehicles. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Coachbuilder Apprentice to join our production team and begin a rewarding career within the emergency vehicle industry.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsTeam workingInitiativeReliablePunctual

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Design & Technology, Engineering or practical subj (grade 4 / C or above) — essential
  • GCSE English (grade 4 / C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4 / C or above) — essential

Where you'll work

  • UNIT 4A, WEST 26 INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, LITTLEWOOD DRIVE, CLECKHEATON, BD19 4TQ

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