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Apprentice Electrical

Associated British Ports • Kingston upon Hull, England, United Kingdom • £38.35k - £40k / year • 3w ago

Date: 9 Feb 2026

Location: Hull, Humber, GB

Company: ABP

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

Advertising closes: 6th March 2026

What’s it all about?

ABP’s Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship will focus on the core principles of electrical maintenance, teaching essential fundamental skills that will be transferable regardless of the engineering sector. This apprenticeship programme is designed for individuals who enjoy discovering how things work, and who can combine a theoretical and hands-on approach to reactive and preventative electrical maintenance.

Throughout the apprenticeship programme you will learn how to maintain the safety, integrity and effective operation of various types of plant and equipment commonly found across ABP’s ports and terminals. Your apprenticeship will focus on electrical engineering and will cover the operational requirements of modern, integrated, engineered plant and services (plant & equipment).

As an apprentice, you will be responsible for the quality of your own work and possibly others’, ensuring tasks are completed safely, meets stakeholder quality, time and budget requirements, whilst maintaining the efficient running of plant and equipment.

This will be an accredited apprenticeship that will be awarded by a recognised awarding body.

How long does it take?
This apprenticeship will take up to 4 years, depending on your performance during the programme. The first year will be spent in Full Time education at HETA starting in September 2026.

Where is the role based?
This apprenticeship will be based in Hull.

What are the entry requirements?

GCSEs at grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent) (Please ensure your grades are listed on your CV, even if predicted)
Demonstrable interest in engineering and/or the maintenance of equipment
An aptitude for hands-on problem solving
Able to use initiative and take ownership for own performance
Excellent time management skills with the ability to balance the coursework
Strong team-working abilities
Excellent communication skills
A proactive attitude to health & safety management and incident prevention
A full UK driving licence/working towards one is desirable

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.

Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.

As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please note your consent will be required and further information on this check can be found using the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels

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