Higher Apprentice - Construction (Level 4)

Siemens; Chippenham; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Siemens Mobility offers a Level 4 Rail Engineering Advanced Technician apprenticeship across regional sites, with hybrid delivery and a 48‑month duration. You will gain hands‑on experience on live signalling projects while pursuing a recognised railway engineering qualification and preparing for IRSE licencing.

Supported by technical training, mentoring and cross‑functional placements, the programme leads to a potential permanent role on successful completion and aligns with industry standards

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4/C or equivalent.
• Level 3 Engineering Qualification or Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering or equivalent.
• 3 A Levels at C or above in maths, physics or engineering is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support live signalling projects across regional sites.
• Participate in an Apprentice Excellence Project to propose a process change.
• Develop skills through structured training, mentoring and cross‑functional placements.

Skills

Logical thinking

Self-learning

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE English/Maths (Grade 4/C)

Level 3 Engineering Qualification

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering

Engineering BTEC or equivalent

3 A Levels (math/physics/engineering)

Job description

Starting Salary

£17,000 plus Benefits

Location

Chippenham

Duration

48months + End Point Assessment

Imagine contributing to projects that help move millions of people every day?

At Siemens Mobility, we're developing innovative transport solutions that are transforming the future of rail and making travel more sustainable. Start your career at the heart of that journey!

Embark on your journey with us, combining hands‑on experience with structured development. Through technical training, apprenticeship development days and mentoring, you'll built your skills working on meaningful projects.

You'll collaborate with other apprentices across the business, present your achievements and deliver an Apprentice Excellence Project by proposing a change to a business process. You'll be aligned to a role in the business from day one, giving you clear focus for your development throughout the programme and a permanent role to move into upon successful completion of your apprenticeship.

As an Apprentice, you will be working towards the achievement of an apprenticeship standard, with defined knowledge, skills and behaviour criteria that will be developed throughout your programme with us and your training provider.

This role will align to the LEVEL 4, Rail Engineering Advanced Technician apprenticeship standard.

https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0316-v1-1

The anticipated delivery model is block release (hybrid), with an estimated apprenticeship duration of 48 months. The expected provider for this programme is NTAR.

Siemens Mobility is a global market leader in Rail Infrastructure, shaping the future of transportation through cutting‑edge technology, digital innovation, and sustainable engineering. As part of our Rail Infrastructure business, you'll join a team that is transforming how people and goods move, making rail travel safer, smarter, greener, and more efficient.

This apprenticeship is your first step into an exciting career within the Siemens Mobility Rail Infrastructure Construction, Based across regional project sites and supporting offices with a working approach aligned to project demands, you will work on live signalling projects to gain hands‑on experience and build essential workplace evidence towards your IRSE Installation licence.

Your development is fully supported by a structured training and career pathway, including cross‑functional departmental placements that give you a holistic, end‑to‑end understanding of railway engineering and project delivery. Ultimately, this programme offers an accelerated, hands‑on pathway to mastering critical technical expertise, securing your professional licence, and launching a long‑term career in safety‑critical railway infrastructure.

You’ll make a difference by:

• Driving Project Delivery: Contributing directly to regional rail infrastructure projects, helping deliver safe, efficient, and reliable signalling installations that keep networks moving.
• Building a Safer Railway: Gathering vital workplace evidence and hands‑on experience to achieve your IRSE licence, laying the groundwork for a long‑term career dedicated to safety‑critical railway engineering.
• Connecting the Business: Bringing fresh perspectives through cross‑functional placements, helping bridge the gap between site operations and the supporting departments that power end‑to‑end project success.

What you’ll need to succeed:

Candidates must have achieved at least a Grade 4/C in GCSE English Language and Maths

• Logical thinking, willing to self‑learn and research, and take a creative approach to problem solving
• Ability to work independently, safely and responsibly; take ownership of challenges and ideas and are looking to develop your ability to drive and lead change
• Enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions

Candidates must have achieved, or on track to achieve, one of the following:

• Level 3 Engineering Qualification
• Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering
• Relevant Engineering BTEC or equivalent technical qualification
• 3x A Levels at C or above in relevant subjects (such as maths, physics and/or engineering)

As part of our recruitment process, all applicants for apprenticeship positions will be required to provide proof of qualifications achieved, as well as any qualifications in progress, prior to any job offer being made. This ensures that candidates meet the necessary educational criteria for the role

Transform The Everyday with us

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us!

We are a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter, who will be happy to support you.

Want to know more about what Siemens does?

Discover the breadth of impact that Siemens makes on our society here! 'Belonging Transforms 'is at the heart of Siemens Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Learn more with this link.

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