Job Title: Apprentice Electrician (Solar PV & Commercial Electrical)
Location: Athlone (with nationwide travel across Ireland)
Employment Type: Full-Time Apprenticeship
Salary: Competitive rate + travel allowance
About the Role:
We are seeking a motivated Apprentice Electrician to join our team, working on solar PV installations and commercial electrical projects across Ireland. This is a hands-on role with comprehensive training, offering the opportunity to develop skills in the fast-growing renewable energy sector.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist with solar PV system installations, including fitting solar panels, wiring inverters, and completing fuseboard upgrades
* Support commercial electrical work, including cable tray and conduit installation
* Participate in testing and commissioning of PV systems
* Learn to perform electrical compliance checks and safety inspections
* Work alongside experienced electricians to develop client communication skills
Requirements:
* Enrolled or eligible for an Electrical Apprenticeship (SOLAS or equivalent)
* Full clean driving license (travel to job sites nationwide required)
* Strong work ethic – reliable, safety-conscious, and willing to learn
* No prior solar experience required – full training provided
We Offer:
* Paid apprenticeship with support toward certification
* Diverse experience across residential and commercial solar projects
* Career development in the growing renewable energy industry
* Mentorship from qualified electricians
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €9.16 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Athlone, CO. Westmeath: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Are you enrolled or eligible to enroll as an Electrical Apprentice?
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* form of transport to reliably get to/from work such as a car (required)
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Willingness to travel:
* 50% (required)
Work Location: In person