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Apprenticeship

Marine electrician

Level
3
Advanced Β· like A-levels
Length
3.5 yrs
typical
Sector
Engineering and manufacturing
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Conduct a wide range of marine electrical work.

What you'd do

Install and terminate cables for power, lighting, and navigation systems aboard vessels
Commission new or upgraded electrical systems and carry out acceptance testing
Diagnose and repair faults on marine electrical and electronic equipment
Maintain switchboards, distribution panels, and shore power connections
Carry out periodic inspection and testing in line with classification requirements
Maintain accurate records of all electrical work and test results
Work safely in confined spaces and at height in a marine environment

What you'd learn

Marine electrical regulations including classification society rules and MCA requirements
AC and DC electrical theory and its application in marine environments
Marine wiring techniques including cable selection, routing, and termination
Marine instrumentation, navigation electronics, and automation systems
Safe isolation procedures and electrical safety in a marine environment
Battery systems, charging regimes, and emergency power arrangements
How to read marine electrical drawings and wiring schematics
Ready to look for a place?
See live Marine electrician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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