Engineering Operative Apprenticeship

Getting In Limited; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits aspiring engineers! This Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship offers hands-on training in vital engineering skills across various specialisations, including Electrical, Mechanical, and Fabrication. You will gain practical experience while supporting Engineering Fitters and learning essential maintenance techniques. With a blend of classroom learning at City College Plymouth and on-the-job training at the Devonport Royal Dockyard, you'll be equipped with the skills needed to maintain the Royal Navy's fleet. Join a dynamic field where your contributions will make a real difference in the defence sector!

Qualifications

• Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship with hands-on training.
• Fundamentals of engineering, including hand fitting and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Support Engineering Fitters in core engineering tasks.
• Specialised training in Electrical, Mechanical, or Fabrication routes.

Skills

Organisation skills

Team working

Initiative

Education

GCSE qualifications

Tools

Hand tools

Bench tools

Job description

Engineering Operative Apprenticeship

Apply From: 10/11/2024

Learning Provider

Delivered by CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH

Employer

Babcock International

Vacancy Description

This Level 2 Engineering Operative apprenticeship will build your engineering skills in one of three trade routes: Electrical, Mechanical, or Fabrication. Supporting our Engineering Fitters, we’ll train you in core engineering skills like hand fitting, health and safety, and general maintenance.

You’ll also receive specialised training based on the trade route you’re studying. If you’re in Electrical, this could include maintaining electrical equipment and systems, as well as learning to form and assemble electrical cable enclosures and support systems. For Mechanical, you’ll learn how to maintain mechanical devices and equipment, as well as repair mechanical components to bring them back into working condition.

If you’re specialising in Fabrication, your training may involve producing sheet metal components and assemblies, or cutting and shaping materials using thermal cutting equipment. No matter which route you take, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining the Royal Navy’s fleet.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Engineering Operative Apprenticeship

Employer Description

Babcock is an international defence, aerospace and security company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France, and South Africa, with exports to additional markets with potential to become focus countries. We meet our customers’ key requirements of affordability, availability, and capability by delivering engineering, support, and critical systems to defence and civil markets.

Vacancy Location

Devonport Royal Dockyard, Devonport, PL1 4SG

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

4

Vacancy Reference Number

1000286757

Key Dates

Apply From

10/11/2024

Closing Date For Applications

2025-03-20 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-09-01

Training

Training to be Provided

You will work towards obtaining the Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship standard. The first three months of your apprenticeship will take place at City College Plymouth, learning the fundamentals of engineering, such as basic hand skills and the use of hand and bench tools. From then on, you’ll spend one day a week at the college and four days at Devonport Dockyard, applying your skills on the job. Ongoing weekly attendance at college may be required for tutorial sessions or to complete Functional Skills in Maths and English if you do not already hold GCSE qualifications.

After your first year, you’ll move to the End Point Assessment (EPA) phase for your final three months. During this time, you’ll complete a portfolio of evidence showcasing your work and skills.

Learning Provider

CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH

Skills Required

Organisation skills, Team working, Initiative

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