General information

Vacancy details

Job Title

Higher Level Apprenticeship Electrical Engineering 2026

Vacancy location

Location

NORTHERN IRELAND, Northern Ireland, NIE Various NI

Candidate criteria

Minimum Level of Education Required

GCSE (or equivalent)

Shortlisting Criteria

Essential Criteria:
• Be at least 18 years old by the start date (September 2026).
• GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English at Grade C or above.

AND one of the following:
•Have 3 A-Levels at grades A*- C including Mathematics or Physics OR
•BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering (MMP*) OR
• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering (MM*)
*M – Merit; P – Pass
• Either a new employee to NIE Networks or be able to demonstrate a significant change of role within the company.
•Hold a full current UK driving licence or obtain one by the start date (September 2026).

Personal Competencies

• Integrity
• Customer centric
• Flexiblity & adaptability
• Interpersonal skills
• Personal Effectiveness

Specific Expertise

Electrical Engineering

Employment Details

Contract Hours

42.50

Salary

£28,099

Benefits

Attractive salary
Professional-level qualification
Higher education tuition fees funded by Department for Economy
Extensive induction programme
Gain practical hands-on experience
Be considered for permanent role upon completion
Future career progression opportunities

Attachments

Attachment

2026 HLA Electrical Engineering Role Specification .pdf (806 Kb)