Electro-Mechanical Apprentice

Tsmetalsquartzelec; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in engineering services in Aberdeen is seeking an Electro-mechanical Apprentice to support the growth of its business unit. This role involves a structured training program focused on developing skills in the inspection and maintenance of rotating equipment. Candidates will gain practical experience and academic qualifications, including a Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Foundation Apprenticeship. The apprenticeship lasts 48 months, combining supervised workplace training with education at Tullos Training Campus.

Qualifications

• Interest in engineering and willingness to participate in practical and academic training.
• Ability to commit to the full 48-month apprenticeship program.
• Motivation for both academic and practical elements of training.

Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical repairs and services under supervision.
• Work on rotating machinery in safe and hazardous environments.
• Support site-based and offshore service activities.

Skills

Electro-mechanical repairs

Servicing of rotating equipment

Condition monitoring

Willingness to learn

Education

National 5 in Mathematics, English, and Science

Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Foundation Apprenticeship

Job description

We are looking for an Electro‑mechanical Apprentice to support the continued growth of our Aberdeen Business Unit and ensure we can meet increasing demand across the Oil & Gas, Marine and Renewables sectors. The position will help strengthen our workshop and site service capabilities by developing a skilled technician who can perform inspection, overhaul and repair activities on rotating equipment under expert supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

As an Electro‑mechanical Apprentice, you will follow a structured training programme designed to develop skills and competence in the inspection, overhaul, repair, and maintenance of rotating machinery used across various industrial sectors, including Oil & Gas and Marine.

This apprenticeship combines practical workplace training with academic study delivered through block release at Tullos Training Campus, Aberdeen.

During the apprenticeship, all duties will be carried out under supervision. Upon successful completion of the programme, responsibilities will include:

• Performing electro‑mechanical repairs, servicing and overhaul of AC and DC rotating equipment
• Working on rotating machines in both safe and hazardous (explosive atmosphere) environments
• Rewinding electric motors and generators
• Supporting site‑based and offshore service activities
• Assisting with condition monitoring services

This programme leads to a Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering (SCQF Level 6), equivalent to an SQA Higher.

The apprenticeship includes:

• A National Certificate (NC) in an engineering discipline at SCQF Level 6 (e.g., Engineering Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering)
• Core units of an SVQ in Performing Engineering Operations (PEO) at SCQF Level 5
• Structured workplace learning supervised by experienced personnel
• Block release training at Tullos Training Campus, Aberdeen
• National 5 (or equivalent) including Mathematics, English, and a Science subject
• Eligibility to enrol on the relevant training programme
• Ability and willingness to travel to training locations and customer sites as required
• Ability to commit to the full 48‑month programme
• A disciplined and responsible approach to safety‑critical work
• Motivation to complete both academic and practical elements of the programme
• Reliability, punctuality and a willingness to learn

If you are interested in applying for this role please send your CV and letter of application explaining how you meet the requirements of the role to:-

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