Craft Apprenticeship - Maintenance (Mechanical or Electrical)

Airbus; Broughton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Success share

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited invites applications for a 36-month Craft Apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance at Broughton, North Wales. You will train hands-on on production machinery, while completing day-release study to gain NVQ and HNC qualifications.

You will rotate between Mechanical and Electrical tracks, gain experience across maintenance, and graduate with a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate. Traineeship supports career growth in aerospace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five GCSEs including Maths, English and Science.
• Two other GCSEs at grade C/4 or higher.
• Attach your CV and cover letter stating motivation for the apprenticeship.
• GRADES: conditional on results 24h after results day and pre-employment checks.
• Security clearance may be required; UK Right to Work confirmed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance on production machinery and tooling across Mechanical and Electrical tracks.
• Work with a team to understand systems, troubleshoot and learn on live equipment.
• Develop qualifications through day-release studies and on-site training.

Education

Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Engineering maintenance)

HNC in Mechanical Technology

HNC in Electrical and Electronic Technology

Job description

Job Description:

Start date: September 2027

Location: Broughton

Duration: 36 months

Application: 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.

Closing date for applications: 15th November 2026

Salary: A competitive starting salary of £19,185

35 hours per week (on either a standard working day or a double-day shift pattern, providing flexibility) // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits to support your well-being!

About us

Ready to build the wings that lift the world? Join Airbus as a Craft Apprentice in Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance at Airbus Broughton and play a vital role in manufacturing wings for our A320, A330, and A350 aircraft families. This 36-month program offers valuable hands-on training, recognised qualifications, and a clear path to a rewarding career in aviation.

At Airbus, we believe a diverse workforce drives innovation. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, leading the way in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products across Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence, and Space sectors.

As the global center of excellence for wing manufacturing, our Broughton site delivers over 500 wing sets annually. Our apprenticeship programs are carefully designed to give you valuable practical training alongside your academic studies, setting you up for success and helping your career truly fly.

With over 175,000 employees worldwide and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry. During your apprenticeship you will work alongside our experienced engineers and quality team to support you to complete the work safely and efficiently.

What you will be doing

As a Craft Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance Apprentice, you'll immerse yourself in hands-on technical experience in the workplace while completing your academic studies. This program is designed to equip you with valuable qualifications and competencies to work directly on live aircraft. You'll also benefit from our Gen A support network and learning HUB, providing additional support, events, and opportunities for all early career participants.

This 36-month apprenticeship is structured to maximise your learning and impact across both specialisms:

Year One (Both Roles)

You will spend the first 12 months of your apprenticeship based at Coleg Cambria, Deeside, working towards obtaining:

• NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations
• Advanced Manufacturing Engineering BTEC Level 3 Award
• Level 2 Essential Skills

This will allow you to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to make an immediate contribution when you enter the workforce in the second year.

Year 2 and 3: Your Learning Takes Flight at Broughton!

Building on your foundational knowledge, you will be based at Airbus's Broughton (North Wales) site, gaining hands-on experience and continuing academic studies tailored specifically to your chosen pathway:

1. Mechanical Maintenance Role

You'll join our expert team of multi-skilled Mechanical Maintenance Fitters. You will work within all of the Broughton production areas supporting the maintenance of production machinery and tooling, allowing you to work on the job in a fast-paced role, whilst gaining relevant skills, knowledge and experience. Tasks include:

• Carrying out routine Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown repairs on all Industrial Maintenance assets within the Airbus Broughton plant, completing this to a high competent level and working in a safe and efficient manner.
• Demonstrating effective troubleshooting on all plant assets including automated manufacturing systems, multi axis machining centres and treatment plants.
• Day-to-day fault diagnosing within a highly competent team to maintain technical specialist equipment, such as programmable logic controllers (PLC), computerised systems and robotic devices.

Academic Qualifications (Day Release):

• Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Engineering maintenance)
• HNC in Mechanical Technology

Upon successful completion, you'll become a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Fitter working within the Maintenance team supporting our world-class Airbus aircraft, receiving a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate.

2. Electrical Maintenance Role

You'll join our expert team of multi-skilled Electrical Maintenance Fitters. You will work within all of the Broughton production areas supporting the maintenance of production machinery and tooling, allowing you to work on the job in a fast-paced role, whilst gaining relevant skills, knowledge and experience. Tasks include:

• Carrying out routine Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown repairs on all Industrial Maintenance assets within the Airbus Broughton plant, completing this to a high competent level and working in a safe and efficient manner.
• Demonstrating effective troubleshooting on all plant assets including automated manufacturing systems, multi axis machining centres and treatment plants.
• Day-to-day fault diagnosing within a highly competent team to maintain technical specialist equipment, such as programmable logic controllers (PLC), computerised systems and robotic devices.

Academic Qualifications (Day Release):

• Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Engineering maintenance)
• HNC in Electrical and Electronic Technology

Upon successful completion, you'll become a skilled Electrical Maintenance Fitter working within the Maintenance team supporting our world-class Airbus aircraft, receiving a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate.

Requirements

In order to be eligible for this apprenticeship you must:

Achieve a minimum of five GCSEs which must include:

• Grade B or 6 in Maths (GCSE certificate only - no equivalency accepted)
• Grade C or 4 in English Language (GCSE certificate only - no equivalency accepted)
• Grade CC or 44 in Double Award Science OR Grade C/4 in Single award in Physics.
• Plus 2 other GCSEs at grade C or 4 (other qualifications that are equivalent or higher may be considered as an alternative to the additional 2 GCSE’s, preferably in a practical or technical subject (e.g., Design & Technology, Engineering, etc))

Attach your CV (stating your predicted or achieved grades) and cover letter stating your motivation for the specific role (Mechanical or Electrical) and industry.

To be a successful candidate you need to have a passion for learning, enjoy hands-on, teamwork and problem-solving activities.

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? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? Is it our aircraft, innovation, global impact, or something else? Let us know what interests you about our work and why we stand out to you.
• Why a hands‑on apprenticeship? Why do you want to learn by doing? We'd love to hear what draws you to practical, skills‑based learning.
• Show your hands‑on experience: In your CV or cover letter, include any hands‑on activities or hobbies where you've used practical skills. These could be things like:

• DIY projects
• Building and fixing things
• Doing make-up or beauty work
• Tinkering and Tech Projects
• Building models
• Baking or cooking
• Others

Important Information

GRADES: Any offer will be conditional upon us receiving evidence of your required grades 24h after receiving your certificates on results day, in addition to completing all pre-employment checks and online forms.

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 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.

AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application – before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus http://airbus.com/en/careers/use-of-ai .

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.

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Company

Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type

Apprenticeship

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Family

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.