Location - Central & Southern Scotland
Applications - Up to 15th February 2026
Start Date - 31st August 2026
Salary & Benefits
£25,950, competitive pension and a range of flexible benefits.
On completion of your programme, you will move into your permanent post with a starting salary of £37,560.
Minimum Criteria
Two Highers - English (at C or above + 1 other) and National 5 Maths.
Course
HND in Project Management
Where you’ll be working
Within SP Energy Networks, we are focusing on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. With distribution networks designed for predictable, stable demand, it’s vital we upgrade our network to create the flexibility required to cope with the extensive changes to electricity demand, generation and consumer behaviour. Through technology and innovation, we will enable a consumer-led revolution in the use and operation of our system. It will undergo the biggest changes to its design and operation for over half a century and you can be part of it.
We know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we need talented, hardworking and flexible people to join us.
You’ll find more information about SP Energy Networks, including details of our current projects, on our website.
What you’ll be doing
As a Project Management Apprentice in SP Energy Networks, you'll have the chance to work on a range of exciting business and engineering projects and make a real-world difference. We're all about cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices, so you'll get stuck right in developing national infrastructure projects that align with our environmental goals. Managing business, IT or engineering projects that range in complexity and value, you’ll gain a breadth of experience across different business and engineering streams such as infrastructure investments and customer connections. Collaborating with different stakeholders from engineers, contracts managers, suppliers, government agencies and local communities, it’s up to you to keep the project on track. You'll be monitoring project documentation, progress reports and financial records. And of course, you'll be providing regular updates to stakeholders and management on the status of the projects, including the awesome achievements we make in reducing carbon emissions.
Positions are available in the below areas.
| Central & Southern Scotland |
| Glasgow |
| Bonnybridge |
| Galashiels |
| Edinburgh |
| Berwick |
| Blantyre |
| Edinburgh Park |
| Glenrothes |
You will complete an SCQF Level 8 in Project Management with our training provider.
What’s in it for you
As a Project Management Apprentice, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including:
Starting salary of £25,950
During the programme, you’ll work towards a qualification in Project Management, on completion, you’ll become a qualified Project Co-ordinator. And that’s just the start of your project management career.
A generous pension scheme where we’ll double match your contributions up to 10%.
A broad range of flexible benefits including share incentive plans, employee discounts, charity-matched funding and many, many more.
What you’ll bring
You'll have two Highers - English (at C or above + 1 other) and National 5 Maths
Ideally, you’ll also have a driving licence as you’ll need to get to different sites both during and after your training period.
Why SP Energy Networks?
We’re powering the journey to Net Zero. As one of the UK’s key electricity network operators, we’re upgrading infrastructure, embracing innovation, and helping communities transition to clean energy.
You’ll be part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and sustainability - and supports your growth every step of the way.
How to apply
Click Apply Now and submit your application online. Need adjustments or support during the process? Email: scottishpowerapprentices@ambertrack.co.uk
To join the Apprentice Programme, you will need to be able to evidence that you hold a valid right to work in the UK for the duration of your apprenticeship programme. Check out our FAQs for more info.
Closing date: 15th February 2026
*We encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible as we reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.
We’re committed to inclusion
At SP Energy Networks, we welcome people of all backgrounds. We believe diverse perspectives lead to better ideas and stronger teams. Join us in building a more inclusive and sustainable future.
