Clarkson Evans provides a route into electrical contracting through a national apprenticeship programme focused on wiring and installing electrical systems in new-build housing. Apprentices receive on-site training across live construction sites, alongside formal training that leads to recognised qualifications. This route is ideal for hands on, practical individuals who want to learn a trade while working and build a stable career within construction and building services.
Why Clarkson Evans
Clarkson Evans is among the UK’s largest electrical contractors specialising in new residential builds, with a long history and a strong apprenticeship reputation. Apprentices benefit from experienced electricians’ mentorship, direct involvement in real projects, and a company approach that has seen many apprentices progress to supervisory or management positions. The company offers a blend of job security, real world experience, and a training structure rooted in industry standard best practices.
The Roles
Apprentices typically work in small site based teams installing electrical wiring, consumer units, and fixtures in new homes. This includes first fix and second fix wiring, testing, and compliance work, under supervision. Alongside site duties, apprentices attend regular classroom based or remote training to support their technical learning and qualification progress. The role combines physical site work, structured instruction, and opportunities to develop trade specific skills relevant across electrical contracting and construction.
Company Culture
Clarkson Evans fosters a work environment grounded in teamwork, reliability, and quality workmanship. Apprentices join teams where safety, discipline, and mutual support are emphasised. The company values long term relationships, and many employees who began as apprentices remain with Clarkson Evans, often advancing into senior or supervisory roles, reflecting a culture supportive of internal development and career growth.
Benefits and Perks
Apprentices receive a standard apprentice salary, with prospects for incremental earnings over time. Training towards formal qualifications is fully provided. Benefits typically include paid holidays, pension contributions, structured progression to qualified electrician status, opportunity for long term employment, and hands on experience on active construction sites.
Programme Details
- Duration: up to 4 years depending on route and progress
- Start dates: recruitment runs year round based on operational need
- Salary: standard apprenticeship rate with potential bonus and progression increases
- Qualification level: electrical installation apprenticeship
- Locations: regional branches nationwide, coordinated from Gloucester head office
- Structure: combination of site based installation work and scheduled learning time
Register Your Interest
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