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  1. Z3naxi

    Transferring Electrician Experience

    Hey everyone, so I'm about to move to Cambridge from the island of Jamaica in 2026 and in the summer of 2023 and 2024, I was working as a fire technician apprentice (notifier and firelite systems) I'm about to return to the company for a year and use that cash to do city and guilds level 2 and 3...
  2. MaintenanceSpark

    Day 4 Thread 4 - scared stiff as an apprentice

    When I was a 16 year old apprentice in 2008 there were two situations that scared me stiff that I’ll never forget and I thought I’d share and see if anyone else has any stories from their apprenticeship days. 1) I was tasked with changing the lamps in floodlights that shone on a hotels name...
  3. yung_kio

    UK What electricians should I look out for as an apprentice?

    Does it really matter if they only do domestic work or commercial work? Is it just the qualification that only matters since it's the same?
  4. shurbra82

    Adult apprentice wages

    Anyone know what the going rate is in Australia for Adult apprentices?
  5. P

    UK Failing Apprentice - What to do

    What to do with a failing apprentice........ bin him but what are the legal problems that may arise.
  6. O

    Has anyone got an apprentice

    If not, would you take one one? for the second time and against my better wishes we have got one but my business partner always seems to have a family member that "wants to become an electrician". The first one was just hopeless and a wannabee gangster, only lasted a few months. This one started...
  7. C

    13 months onsite experience, y3 apprentice in Haringey - London

    Hi, I've just finished a contract working on a new build where, over the past 13 months, I've learned much of the ins and outs of modern electrical installation.The company I worked for were really happy with my work and wanted me to continue working for them. However, they also needed me to...
  8. J

    I’m an apprentice - electrocuted under my bosses supervision

    Hi, Apologies if this is in the wrong forum. I do have another account on here which I would imagine is not allowed by admins - this account will be deleted after this thread, I only made it as I do not want to be identified. If this is not ok please let me know. I am an apprentice working...
  9. W

    how much to charge out apprentice

    Hello, Looking for advice on how much to bill out of apprentice electrician on jobs. Do you have a % to add on to their rate to allow for expensies, PAYE, NI, Holiday pay etc?
  10. ThatCompexDude

    What to do with 1st Year Apprentice.

    Hi Folks, Recently took on a 1st year apprentice, who is currently brand new to any tool and a days work. Now when I've worked for larger companies I've had apprentices with a few years experience in them, so I could just fine tune these kids. So I wouldn't mind knowing what you did from day 1...
  11. R

    Being Slow at Work - Advice for an Apprentice.

    I was speaking to one of our Apprentices today who has been with us just under 3 years and is coming to the end of his apprenticeship. He said whilst I was away on holiday they gave him a ‘test’ which involved doing a full installation of an intruder alarm. You have another engineer there just...
  12. Y

    1yr apprentice looking advice!

    Hi, I am currently 1st year apprentice and im trying to get an edge on the theory side of things, what should I be learning to make it easier. Any help would be amazing, thanks!
  13. ShockAbsorber

    What is another name for an electrical apprentice?

    Hi all, South African here, 10 year's experience in IBM RPG programming. I stumbled upon this forum looking for answers, but because of the dedication I see from the members I'd rather study around here a bit before asking something, so I learn properly. Definitely happy to make a mistake and...
  14. Samfuturesparky

    Question for an apprentice relocating to Scotland

    Hello forum I am an apprentice in Southern California trying to relocate to Aberdeen Scotland (girlfriend lives there) How can I go about become an electricians mate?
  15. C

    Adult Apprentice Opportunities

    Hi Everyone New to the forum hope everyone is well ! I'm based in Glasgow And currently looking to change careers, past few years i have thought about this and decided to take the chance of trying to find an adult apprenticeship. I have currently rang SECTT and waiting on a date for a pre...
  16. Z

    I Need Work Looking for an employer willing to take on an apprentice in the Hampshire area?

    Hi there my name is Zach, I am a 21 year old who wants to try and get into the electrician trade industry. I have a full uk license with no points and i can commute. I have found training providers but they require me to have an employer before I can start anything. If there are any local...
  17. T

    Thinking of taking on an apprentice. Unsure of how to make it pay. Any tips?

    THIS IS FOR ELECTRICAL NEWS ONLY
  18. C

    Draft employment contract apprentice

    Hi all. does anyone have a draft employment contract for a new apprentice. I’m employing one and I’m not so good on HR side of things. Had a look online but all wanted you to sign up to subscriptions etc.
  19. M

    Am I allowed to do private work as an apprentice?

    Hi all, Just been approached by a women wanting an outside socket in a chalet and the job is pretty easy but am I even allowed to do it because im not fully qualified even though I'm competent enough to do so? Thanks in advance.
    • mrsparky
    • Thread
    • allowed apprentice apprenticeship electrical work private work
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Business Related
  20. R

    How much does an adult apprentice electriacian get paid a week in north lanarkshire/ glasgow scotland

    I was thinking of leaving lorry driving after about 18 years and getting an adult apprenticeship at being an electrician.whats putting me off slightly is being 45 with a mortgage and young family.i know i would be dropping quite a bit in my weekly wage to begin with.appreciate any help from...
    • Robbie75
    • Thread
    • adult apprentice apprenticeship get glasgow north paid scotland
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
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