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Overhead Line Operative Apprentice
Overview
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Overhead Line Operative Apprentice to join our Eastern & Southern account within Amey's Transport Infrastructure Business Unit, based in Bedford. Whether you are leaving school, finishing college or looking for a new direction, this is a great place to start building your future career.
Wage
£24,920.81 a year
Training
- Training course: Rail engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm, 37.5 hours per week.
- Overtime: Occasional weekend and night site work will be classed as overtime.
Start Date
Thursday 1 April 2027
Duration
3 years 3 months
Positions Available
2
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities:
- Work as directed by the supervisor or construction manager at your assigned site.
- Support detailed site surveys and check installations against the design.
- Support the preparation of materials ahead of site work.
- Discuss construction and constructability issues with the construction team.
- Follow all safety-critical processes, including the Rule Book and safe systems of work.
- Refer installation issues to the supervisor or engineer on site.
- Attend planning, progress, and technical meetings as directed.
- Attend all required training and induction courses, including the Level 3 apprenticeship programme.
- Undertake weekend and night duties in line with the roster.
- Identify foreseeable risks and ensure suitable controls are in place.
- Ensure construction work meets the required quality standards and complete on-site quality checks.
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Safety Specific Responsibilities:
- Always behave and work safely.
- Only carry out tasks that you are competent and trained to undertake.
- Always report fit for duty.
- Always wear the mandatory personal protective equipment for the task.
- Participate in monthly safety meetings with the Engineering Manager, leads, and CREs.
- Report all accidents and incidents and raise any close calls.
- Participate in accident and incident reporting and investigation as instructed and in accordance with the safety management system.
- Maintain accurate site records.
- Support safety critical or safety of the line activities.
Work Location
Regent House
Wolseley Road, Kempston
Bedford MK42 7JY
Training Details
- Training provider: ELEV8 TRAINING LIMITED
- Training course: Rail engineering technician (level 3)
Requirements
- Skills: Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Physical fitness.
- Other requirements: If under 19 years with no Maths & or English, candidate will have to complete functional skills. Full UK driving licence. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for consideration, due to the nature of the work associated with this account. Successful applicants will be required to undergo random drug and alcohol testing, in line with our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.
About the Employer
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems. We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
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Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions. You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After the Apprenticeship
- Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship.
- Potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.
Contact Information
The contact for this apprenticeship is: ELEV8 TRAINING LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000055225.
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Closes in 22 days (Friday 23 October 2026)
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