Business Degree Apprenticeship

Prestwick Aerosystems; Broughton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £23,245 per year

Half day Fridays

25 days holiday

Pension

Success share

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited in the UK offers a 3-year Business Management degree apprenticeship starting September 2027 at the Broughton site near Chester. You will gain experience across multiple business functions while earning a full-time salary.

The program combines university study (Swansea University) with practical, hands-on roles in Operational Support, EH&S, Security, Facilities, Procurement, Contract Management and more. A competitive salary is provided, plus generous benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 A Levels at grade B or above with one in Business Studies or Economics and two other subjects such as English Language, Maths or Welsh Baccalaureate
• GCSE 4/C in Maths and English Language or equivalent
• Submit CV with grades and whether predicted or achieved; include a cover letter highlighting passion and suitability

Responsibilities

• Programme management: support planning and implementation of adaptations to the shop floor due to programme changes or new products.
• Project management: work in multifunctional teams to implement improvements and changes.
• Fire and security management: collaborate with on-site security to ensure safe operation on site.
• Facilities management: oversee buildings, infrastructure and day-to-day operations of a large production site.
• Airbus Operating System (AOS): lean routines and cost-saving practices integrated across functions.

Education

BSc (Hons) Applied Business Management

Job description

Job Description

Start date: September 2027

Location: Broughton, North Wales

Duration: 3 years

University: Swansea University

Degree: BSc (Hons) Applied Business Management

Application closing date: Applications will be open until 26 October 2026. After this date, the advert will close once sufficient applications are received. Early submission is recommended. We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for. However, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

Benefits

• Salary: £23,245 35 hours per week
• Half day Fridays!
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension
• Success share
• Plus many more flexible benefits!

About us

Our Business Degree Apprentices get the unique opportunity to work across all business functions and a variety of teams, giving you the “university experience” with 3 whole years of invaluable industry experience. This degree apprenticeship will enable you to gain broad exposure to our daily operations and management of aircraft production. You’ll gain both academic knowledge and on-the-job training at our site in Broughton (North Wales) near Chester, whilst earning a full-time salary and paying ZERO fees to do so. You will have opportunities work within the following teams: Operational Support; Environmental, Health & Safety; Security; Facilities Management; Procurement; Contract Management; Industrial Maintenance; Airbus Operating System (our Lean production teams); Tooling, Maintenance and Calibration.

Teams

• Operational Support
• Environmental, Health & Safety
• Security
• Facilities Management
• Procurement
• Contract Management
• Industrial Maintenance
• Airbus Operating System (our Lean production teams)
• Tooling, Maintenance and Calibration

What you will be doing

• Programme management: Supporting the planning and implementation of any adaptations to the shop floor working environment as a result of programme changes and/or new products being introduced into the production lines;
• Project management: Working in multifunctional teams to implement the identified required improvements and changes;
• Fire and security management: Working with our on-site security teams to ensure safe and secure operation on our Broughton site;
• Facilities management: Working with our teams across facilities to ensure a smooth operation of buildings, infrastructure and day-to-day running of a large production site;
• Airbus Operating System (AOS): A structure of standards developed by Airbus employees, using result-proven lean routines and solutions. This system is integrated into all aspects and functions of the company, to help govern and sustain performance whilst encouraging cost saving, through continuous improvement activities.

You also have the opportunity to pick your own placements that are not within your immediate area of study, such as HR, recruitment, finance, supply chain, programme planning, engineering and much more.

Requirements

• In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of: 3 A Levels at grade B or above with one being in Business Studies or Economics and a further two subjects such as English Language, Maths or Welsh Baccalaureate Or Business BTEC Extended Diploma (18 Units) DDM Or Equivalent qualifications (ie HND in Marketing, or a business related BTEC, eg Entrepreneurship) subject to validation And Minimum GCSE 4/C in Maths or Numeracy and English Language or equivalent subject to validation
• Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following: Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved; Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship.

BOOST YOUR APPLICATION

We want to get to know you—not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter: Why Airbus and this apprenticeship? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? What is it about our company, our values, or the future of aerospace that excites you? We want to hear about what motivates you to pursue this unique path and how you see yourself growing with us. What skills and experience do you bring? Think about projects, hobbies, or academic subjects that have given you practical experience. This could include personal projects, academic work and extracurricular activities.

Important Information

• GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.
• SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.
• RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website. Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

Contact: Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email [e-mail]. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Company: Airbus Operations Limited Employment Type: Apprenticeship ------- Experience Level: Student Job Family: By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail].

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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