Electro-Mechanical Apprentice

Quartzelec Ltd; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supervised training

Structured workplace learning

National Certificate in an engineering discipline

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Electro-mechanical Apprentice to develop skills in inspecting, overhauling, and maintaining rotating machinery. This 48-month apprenticeship includes structured training with hands-on experience and academic study at Tullos Training Campus in Aberdeen. Candidates will gain qualifications like the SVQ Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering, and must demonstrate motivation, reliability, and a disciplined approach to safety. Opportunities in both safe and hazardous environments are expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in safe and hazardous environments.
• Commitment to a 48-month training program.
• Disciplined approach to safety-critical work.
• Willingness to travel to training locations and customer sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical repairs and servicing of rotating equipment.
• Assist with site-based and offshore service activities.
• Complete structured workplace learning under supervision.
• Develop ability to rewind motors and generators under supervision.
• Complete block release training at Tullos Training Campus, Aberdeen.

Skills

Ability to perform repairs on AC and DC rotating equipment

Condition monitoring services

Willingness to learn

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Technical reading

Education

National 5 in Mathematics, English, and a Science subject

Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering

SVQ in Performing Engineering Operations (PEO) SCQF Level 5

National 5 including Maths/English/Science

Tools

Engineering systems knowledge

Mechanical Engineering tools

Electrical Engineering tools

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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