Engineering Apprentice

The Bristol Port Company; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading UK port as an Engineering Apprentice, where you will gain hands-on experience and a City and Guilds qualification. This full-time, four-year apprenticeship offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including holidays and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus 8 bank holidays

Profit-related pay

Company pension scheme

Subsidised canteen

Free onsite GP service

Free access to onsite gym

Qualifications

• Minimum of five GCSEs including Maths and English required.
• Candidates should be physically fit and comfortable working at heights.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a four-year apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or Fabricating/Welding.
• Gain skills leading to a City and Guilds qualification with college attendance.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Fabricating/Welding

Maths

English

Education

GCSEs at Grade C (5) or above

Job description

The Bristol Port Company has an opportunity for Engineering Apprentices to join the team.

Location: Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 9DQ

Salary: GBP18,476 per annum in the first year (pay review pending 1 July 2025)

Job Type: Full Time, 4-Year Apprenticeship

About Us:

As one of the UK’s major ports, The Bristol Port Company provides a full range of warehousing, logistics, and distribution services. Established in 1991, the port employs over 600 people and has invested over GBP600 million in infrastructure, equipment, and its workforce. Bristol Port is a key national asset and a major economic driver for the South West region; the company and businesses on the port estate contribute more than GBP1 billion to UK GDP.

Engineering Apprentice - The Role:

If you are keen to learn and ambitious to build a great future, this exciting opportunity is perfect for you.

We want to hear from people interested in undertaking a four-year apprenticeship in either Mechanical Engineering or Fabricating/Welding at one of the UK’s most technologically advanced ports.

Successful applicants will gain a variety of new skills and follow a sponsored programme leading to a City and Guilds qualification, which will include attendance at college. A minimum of five GCSEs at Grade C (5) or above is required, including Maths and English.

Engineering Apprentice - You:

Candidates will be expected to start in August 2025 to commence academic training in September.

You will start on a basic salary of GBP18,476 per annum (approximately GBP355 per week), which will increase annually on an incremental scale.

You should be physically fit and comfortable working at heights. A flexible approach to work is essential, as you will be expected to work shifts as you gain experience.

If you’re ready to take the first step towards a promising future, we look forward to hearing from you.

Engineering Apprentice - Benefits:

• Holidays: 25 days per year, plus 8 bank holidays
• Profit-related pay: A scheme that rewards all employees with a share of company profits
• Company pension scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Free onsite GP service
• Free access to onsite gym

Application Process:

Please note, only candidates eligible to live and work in the UK will be considered. No sponsorship or relocation packages are available for this role.

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