2026 Apprentice Site Wide Electrician (Oxford)

Job Title: Apprentice Site wide Electrician

 **This role will commence in September 2026**  

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people with a genuine interest in construction and the built environment. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and ambitious, with the potential to progress to a supervisory / management role over a five-to-ten-year period.

Role overview

 An electrician is a trade role specializing in electrical wiring of buildings and related equipment. Select Site wide Electricians will be employed in the installation of temporary electrical services or the maintenance and repair of existing services to ensure our projects have supply during the construction phase. A Site Wide Electrician is an essential role of during the build, provided safe electrical services for lighting and power for both site work and temporary office accommodation.   

Location

 Oxford

 Apprenticeship level and standard

 Installation and maintenance electrician / Skills England

 Apprenticeship Provider    

 Laing O'Rourke collaborate with trusted and approved training providers for our apprenticeship delivery. Successful candidates will be enrolled by Laing O'Rourke during the onboarding stage.

 Entry requirements

• Eligibility without restrictions to work in the UK.  We cannot offer visa sponsorship.
• Full mobility to enable travel to various project locations.
• Attainment of three GCSEs or equivalent with a 4 in Maths.

The Laing O'Rourke Apprenticeship programme - what can you expect?

 The Trade and Technical Apprenticeship programme provides you with a formal college education, leading to a Level 2 and/or 3 apprenticeship standard in your chosen vocation. You will also gain a broad set of trade technical skills through on-the-job training, supported by our qualified and experienced workforce, and construction professionals. A dedicated mentor and approved training provider will work closely with you, providing regular feedback on your progress towards completing your apprenticeship.

Application Deadline   

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible, so you don't miss the opportunity to be considered.   

 Accessibility and Support    

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support to your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.