Location: Darlington
Salary: £20,525.70 per annum
Are you practical, hands-on, and looking to build a long-term career in a specialist engineering trade?
PTSG is looking for an Apprentice Lightning Protection Engineer to join our expert team. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining industry-recognised qualifications and hands-on experience alongside experienced engineers.
You'll receive structured training, mentoring, and support as you work towards becoming a qualified Lightning Protection Engineer, helping to protect buildings and structures across the UK.
Working alongside qualified Lightning Protection Engineers, you'll learn how to:
This is a field-based role where no two days are the same, offering practical experience on a wide range of commercial, industrial, and public-sector buildings.
As part of your development, you will work towards achieving the:
NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction) - Lightning Conductor Engineer
Most apprentices successfully achieve qualified status within approximately two years, after which you'll have the opportunity to progress into a fully qualified Lightning Protection Engineer role with increased responsibility and earning potential.
All training, assessments, and qualifications are fully funded by PTSG.
No previous lightning protection experience is required. We're looking for individuals who have:
Premier Technical Services Group Ltd (PTSG) is one of the UK's leading providers of specialist compliance, testing, inspection, and maintenance services. Our Lightning Protection Division helps protect thousands of buildings and critical structures across the UK, ensuring they remain safe, compliant, and operational.
If you're ready to start a rewarding engineering career, gain a recognised qualification, and learn from industry experts, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and begin your journey towards becoming a qualified Lightning Protection Engineer with PTSG.
PTSG is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Services that comply. Installations that save lives.
PTSG Electrical Services Ltd – the UK’s leading provider of lightning protection services and electrical compliance services. The services and equipment we provide saves lives, time & money. It really is as simple as that.
PTSG delivers the specialist electrical services that organisations need to ensure their buildings remain safe & operationally efficient, with historical records kept for all assets. This encompasses:
Electrical fixed wire testing – also referred to as Electrical Installation Condition Reporting (EICR) or Fixed Wire Testing. This testing is essential to ensure electrical safety, prevent electrical hazards, & comply with regulatory requirements.
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), also referred to as Electrical Equipment Testing (EET). This provides both an instant visual inspection & an electrical inspection of any kind of portable appliance such as computers, monitors, power tools, kitchen appliances & many more.
PTSG Electrical Services Ltd. are the UK’s oldest trading provider of lightning protection, combining the talent and experience of some of the UK’s leading practitioners in their field.
Our lightning protection services includes:
Installation. We create bespoke systems to match the precise needs of customers in all industry sectors.
Test & Inspection. We also undertake detailed testing & inspection of completed installations. If any repairs are required, our engineers can carry these out.
Power earthing solutions. Creating a conductive path to the ground to ensure safety, protect equipment, and maintain the reliability of electrical systems.
Whatever your electrical testing & lightning protection requirements, our nationwide team of 450 field engineers is ready to deliver efficiently, professionally, and at scale.
