Apprentice Mechanical Fitter/Machinist

Medirest Signature; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Services as an apprentice Mechanical Fitter/Machinist. This four-year apprenticeship offers essential training, hands-on experience, and the chance to gain Level 3 qualifications while working closely with industry professionals to develop your skills in the mechanical field.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include GCSEs in core subjects.
• Interest in engineering and practical skills measured on the job.
• Other relevant qualifications and industry experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dismantling and reassembly of mechanical rotating equipment.
• Perform mechanical fault finding on rotating equipment.
• Manufacture bespoke parts for overhaul under guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Team working

Practical Skills

Willing to learn

Interest in Engineering

Education

GCSE in English, Maths, IT and Science (grade 4/C and above)

Job description

Summary

An exciting opportunity for 2 individuals to join one of the South East’s leading suppliers of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Services. A four year Level 3 programme offering the training to become a fully skilled Mechanical Fitter/Machinist upon completion of your apprenticeship.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 15:30.

40 hours a week

Start date

Friday 1 August 2025

Duration

4 years

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Within the mechanical department, time will be spent gaining experience and practicing mechanical fitting and machining.

In this time, you will be given the opportunity to assist with the following
responsibilities:

• Dismantling and reassembly of mechanical rotating equipment
  Inspection and measuring of parts for overhaul.
• Mechanical fault finding on rotating equipment.
• Carry out refurbishment in a controlled workshop environment.
• Manufacturing bespoke parts to use for overhaul.

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

Your training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

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Your training plan

• Year 1 of the Level 3 Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard, the learner will attend four days a week within IPS Rochester workshop completing practical skills (Performing Engineering Operations) and one day a week studying the Technical Certificate.
• In Year 2, the Apprentice moves to day-release and will attend IPS one day a week to continue the Technical Certificate. Starting in Year 2 and continuing until completion in Year 4.
• The Apprentice will continue to receive regular training contact with IPS all throughout the programme.
• Level 3 Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician qualification upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English, Maths, IT and Science (grade 4/C and above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Team working
• Practical Skills
• Willing to learn
• Interest in Engineering

Other requirements

Enrolment onto your apprenticeship programme is subject to prior attainment checks, and your Personal Learning Record will be reviewed upon successful appointment. We are also obligated to follow the guidelines around eligibility, set out by the government apprenticeship funding rules. NB: Please include minimum qualifications (GCSE Maths and English grades) in your apprenticeship application. Tailor your application to the vacancy, dedicating 1-2 paragraphs for each question to demonstrate interest in the role and the company. **If you are unsuccessful, you will be automatically added to our Talentpool list where future vacancies will be sent to you. If you would like to opt out of this mailing list please select unsubscribe in the email.**