Army Jobs
Electrician – No Qualifications Required (Full Time) Full Time
Full Job Description
The British Army is hiring for a full-time Electrician position, with pay starting at £27,282 per year. You don’t need to have worked as an electrician before for this job. The Army provides the training, so you will learn everything from the basics. The work includes electrical installations, power generation, underground cables, fire and intruder alarm systems, and single- and three-phase electrical systems. You may also work in different locations as part of the role. After joining, you will first complete your initial Army training. You will then complete electrical training at the Royal School of Military Engineering. This includes 12 weeks of military engineering training and 33 weeks of electrical training, including wiring and power generation.
There is also a chance to gain qualifications that can be useful outside the Army. These include Level 3 and Level 4 Diplomas in Electrotechnical Studies and Practice. The salary starts at £27,282 and increases as you progress in the Army. You will get 30 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and extra leave after operations. Other benefits include free medical and dental care, cheaper living costs, and free gym and sports facilities. You can also take part in sports and adventurous training and have the chance to travel. It’s a full-time role for someone who wants to learn electrical work, get qualified, and gain experience without needing to come into the job with an electrical background.
Requirements
- Age between 16 years 6 months and 35 years 6 months
- GCSE Grade A–C/9–5 in Maths
- GCSE Grade A–C/9–5 in English Language
- One other GCSE subject at the required level
- Scottish National 5 qualifications are also accepted
- Able to pass a basic fitness test
- No previous electrical experience is required
- Willing to complete military training
- Willing to complete specialist electrical training
- Able to work in different locations
- Interested in learning electrical engineering skills
- Able to work as part of a military team
Responsibilities
- Work on electrical installations
- Learn the principles of electrical engineering
- Work with single- and three-phase electrical systems
- Install and operate low-voltage underground cables
- Install and operate fire alarm systems
- Install and operate intruder alarm systems
- Work with power generation equipment
- Help set up electricity at field bases
- Deal with emergency power during blackouts
- Carry out electrical wiring work
- Learn about power generation
- Complete practical electrical training
- Work in different locations when required
- Apply electrical skills in field situations
Benefits
- Starting salary of £27,282 per year
- Salary can increase as you progress
- Level 3 civilian qualification opportunity
- Level 4 civilian qualification opportunity
- 30 days of annual leave
- Bank holidays included
- Extra leave after operations
- Free medical care
- Free dental care
- Cheaper living costs
- Free gym facilities
- Free sports facilities
- Opportunities to travel around the world
- Adventurous training opportunities
- Dedicated time for sports and activities
