Schneider Electric
Global leader in electrification, automation and digitization for industries, infrastructure and buildings.
3 days ago
$20,000 - $20,000
Entry-level
Apprenticeship
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Field
Company Size
159,002 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
technical training
process improvement
5s management
safety compliance
mentoring
shift work
- Complete structured on‑the‑job training across workshop, technical and commercial areas.
- Contribute to Schneider Performance System initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
- Maintain 5S standards to enhance health, safety, quality and workplace appearance.
- Follow Schneider Electric safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Support training and development of colleagues where appropriate.
- Work 37.5 hours per week, Monday‑Thursday 07:55‑16:25 and Friday 07:55‑13:25.
Requirements
btec nvq
gcses
microsoft office
teamwork
safety
engineering
The Panel Wiring Apprentice role is based on‑site in Scarborough and is part of a UK Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Programme with a salary of £20,000 per annum. As an apprentice you will learn to construct and assemble high‑quality electrical panels that underpin Schneider Electric’s advanced solutions. Through hands‑on training, attention to detail, safety and innovation, you will help deliver reliable, efficient and sustainable electrical distribution systems, supporting the company’s leadership in energy management and automation.
- Pursue day‑release education to achieve a BTEC NVQ or higher in electrical/mechanical disciplines.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively within cross‑functional teams.
- Demonstrate interest in engineering, work accurately and efficiently, and possess strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Meet minimum education requirements: 5 GCSEs (grade 4+) including Maths, English and a science subject.
- Be PC literate with Microsoft Office (desirable) and have aptitude for practical engineering tasks.
- No prior experience required; show engineering interest through school or hobbies.
Benefits
During the apprenticeship you will receive two types of training. On‑the‑job training is delivered by Schneider Electric and includes supervision, mentoring, induction, mental health and wellbeing support, performance reviews and networking opportunities. Off‑the‑job training is provided by a selected training provider for at least 20 % of your working hours (average six hours per week) and covers the knowledge, skills and behaviours required by the apprenticeship standard.
The work pattern is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with exact start and finish times agreed with your line manager. Regular hours are 07:55‑16:25 Monday‑Thursday and 07:55‑13:25 on Friday, with a portion of the time allocated to off‑the‑job training.
Benefits for the apprenticeship include a competitive salary, attractive bonus scheme, employee share ownership, pension and life assurance, 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, holiday‑buy options, flexible and hybrid working where applicable, health and wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, employee discounts and access to learning and career portals.
- Benefits include competitive salary, bonus scheme, share ownership, pension, 28 days leave, flexible/hybrid working, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, employee discounts and learning portals.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
- no visa sponsorship is available for this apprenticeship.
- certain visa types may not meet eligibility for apprenticeship funding.
Security clearance
Overview
€38 billion
Annual Revenue
Generated through a blend of hardware, software, and services across electrification, automation, and IoT.
- Evolved from a steel and armaments business into a leading digital energy solutions provider.
- Pioneered programmable logic controllers and circuit breakers, growing through iconic acquisitions like Square D and APC.
- Typical projects include intelligent buildings, smart factories, resilient infrastructure, and future-proof data centres without specific numerical data.
- Its EcoStruxure platform delivers AI-enabled digital twins and lifecycle management.
- Expertise spans electrification, automation, digitization, smart industries, buildings, and data centre cooling.
- Unusual ventures include offshore cruise-ship charging systems and innovative tax-credit swaps to fund solar projects.
Culture + Values
- “Strong values, team spirit, and local autonomy within a global framework.”
- Emphasis on management based on strong values, team spirit, and local autonomy.
- Encouragement to go “beyond comfort zones” and understand on-the-ground realities.
Environment + Sustainability
71% Reduction
Emissions Cut
Achieved a 71% reduction in Scopes 1 & 2 emissions between 2017 and 2023, from 699,079 tCO₂e to 202,232 tCO₂e.
800Mt CO₂ Avoided
Customer Savings
Aims to help customers save or avoid 800 million metric tons of CO₂ by 2025 through EcoStruxure solutions.
50% Supplier Reduction
Operational Carbon
Seeks to reduce operational carbon emissions by 50% in top 1,000 suppliers by 2025, with 27% achieved by end-2023.
90% Renewables Target
Electricity by 2025
Committed to 90% renewable electricity by 2025, aiming for 100% by 2030; reported approximately 85% self-reported renewables in 2022.
- Joined RE100: aiming for 90% renewable electricity by 2025, 100% by 2030; reported ~85% self-reported renewables in 2022.
- Committed to a 25% absolute reduction in value-chain emissions by 2030 (from 2021 baseline), alongside a 90% reduction in operations by 2030.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% Women
Leadership Parity
Target to achieve gender parity with 50% women in top leadership roles by a specified year.
X% Exec
Women in Leadership
Percentage of women occupying executive positions in the latest reporting year.
Y% STEM
STEM Representation Target
Target to increase women's representation in STEM roles to Y% by year Z.
- Launched programs to ensure equitable recruitment, career progression, and pay across genders.
- Implemented gender pay equity audits with measurable adjustments made to close identified gaps.