Cables (Electrical Installation) Level 3 Apprenticeship

Future of London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An apprenticeship program at a leading transportation authority in London is seeking candidates for a Level 3 Electrical Installation role. The position offers extensive hands-on training and ensures critical support for the London Underground network. Candidates will gain significant qualifications and skills while working on LV Cables across various departments. Applicants must possess at least 2 GCSEs and be 18 by 7 September 2026. Join to contribute to London's transportation sustainability efforts and future enhancements.

Benefits

Free travel on the TfL network

Discounted NationalRail and Eurostar travel

Minimum 29 days annual leave

Defined pension contribution scheme

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age by 7 September 2026.
• Able to read Electrical and Mechanical Drawings.
• Willing to undergo medical tests including drugs and alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Learn through placements across various departments.
• Assist in maintaining and delivering LV Cables assets safely.
• Report deviations and manage worksite effectively.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Logical reasoning

Creative problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Minimum 2 GCSEs Grade A*-C (or equivalents)

Job description

LU LV Cables (Electrical Installation) Level 3 Apprenticeship

Location: Multiple locations, TfL Corporate

Company: TfL, GLA or OPDC

Note: This role may close soon depending on level of interest, so don’t miss out!

Thank you for your interest in applying for this role. You must ensure you are eligible for this scheme before applying. Read the eligibility criteria below carefully and ensure that you are eligible before applying. This application will also contain a series of questions to establish eligibility. Take care in reading and answering these questions as we will not revert your application if an error is made. We only allow one application for any of our Apprenticeship schemes per year; any subsequent applications will be withdrawn.

What we offer

• Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household
• Discounted NationalRail and Eurostar travel
• Defined pension contribution scheme
• Minimum 29 days annual leave (prorata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
• Retail, health, leisure and travel offers & many more

Location London

Duration 4 Years

Entry Requirements

A minimum of 2 GCSEs Grade A*-C or Grade 4 and above, including Maths and English Language (or equivalents)

You are not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards the Installation and Maintenance Electrician Level 3 Standard.

You must be 18 years of age by 7 September 2026 to be eligible for this scheme.

Please be advised that should you be successful in getting an offer for this apprenticeship, your offer will be subject to a satisfactory medical which may include drugs and alcohol screening, hearing test and eyesight tests including Ishihara Plates and Colour Assessment and Diagnosis tests to determine colour deficiency.

Proposed start date 7 September 2026

What qualifications can I gain?

• 3 months in College Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations
• Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification (Installation Pathway)

Job overview

London Underground plays an essential role in our city’s development. Our network covers 253 miles, serving 275 stations and carries more than five million passengers per day.

The role of a London Underground engineering apprentice is critical to ensuring the ongoing performance and safety of our tube network. You’ll be at the forefront of developments while maintaining legacy assets across the network.

Sustainability Sustainability is intrinsic to TfL’s work ethos, and we operate in a sustainable way to protect and regenerate the natural world.

What will I be doing?

Apprentices will learn from experienced staff through placements across the organisation to gain a broad spectrum of knowledge through hands-on learning.

Power – LV Cables

As an LV Cables Apprentice, you will work with teams that ensure LV Cables assets are maintained and delivered into service safely and on time. You will be placed across a range of departments within the LV Cables area to experience how the LV Cables Division functions. You will learn to read Electrical and Mechanical Drawings, write reports, fault find, and understand and apply the principles, practices and legislation for termination and connection of conductors, cables and cords in electrical systems.

On completion, you will become a Qualified Electrician and an LV Cable Jointer, with the opportunity to work towards becoming an IRSE Licensed Electrical Traction Distribution Technician.

Working within the Power Delivery Unit of the Asset Performance Directorate, your role will be to maintain, upgrade and operate power assets, including related fault rectification and support to other units.

Accountabilities

• Identify tasks and assemble materials
• Check tools, equipment and materials for fitness for purpose
• Manage the worksite
• Work safely at all times
• Deal promptly with problems within your control
• Report other deviations which cannot be solved
• Follow the correct process/operations for the allocated task
• Establish and maintain communication with relevant people
• Ensure that the task is completed within limit of authority and competence
• Correctly establish scope and accuracy of testing
• Carry out required testing using correctly accessed equipment and methods
• Take action to rectify defective assets
• Handover asset in accordance with company procedures
• Complete documentation in accordance with company procedures

Where can this career take me?

This apprenticeship is the start of a long career with many opportunities. On completion, you could move into a Senior Technician role, pursue leadership paths, or other progression within the LV Cables area. Additional training courses (soft skills, safety, technical) may be available.

What do we look for?

We’re looking for analytical and logical thinkers, continuing learners, creative and innovative individuals who can embrace change and drive innovation. Our core values include:

• Caring about colleagues, customers and work
• Open to new ideas and to working together
• Adaptable to diverse needs and willing to innovate

Throughout the Apprenticeship, you will have opportunities to complete additional training courses. We also have a Graduate and Apprentice Committee and an Alumni group to support learning and career development.

Application Process

Our application system requires all applicants to upload a CV. CVs are used to confirm eligibility criteria; cover letters are not read. The process consists of 5 steps, including online assessments. You will receive information and guidance at each stage. You have 1 week to complete online assessments and we cannot re-issue tests after the deadline.

Assessment centres for apprentice roles run March–May 2026, with in-person and virtual options. Some roles may have only one assessment day.

Our city. Made better by you.

TfL is a place open to ideas where you can make a tangible impact and see the results of your work in London. We work together for a better city and constantly strive to improve.

Inclusive Recruitment Process

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We are a disability confident employer and guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all essential criteria. In high-volume campaigns, the minimum criterion is achieving a pass mark in the first stage assessments as part of the Disability Confident scheme.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments for any stages of the application process.

Contact us

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments. Contact the recruitment team by

• Phone: [phone] (Mon-Fri 09:00–17:30)