Higher Apprentice - Rail Signalling (Level 4)

Siemens; Greater London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

Training days

Apprentice development

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in Croydon is offering a 48‑month apprenticeship aligned to the LEVEL 4 Rail Engineering Advanced Technician standard. Start with hands-on experience while receiving mentoring, training days and progression towards a permanent role on successful completion.

You will learn to design, test, install and maintain signalling and control systems, gain live project experience, and pursue professional registration while engaging in STEM activities.

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Demonstrate logical thinking and ability to self-learn and research.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on projects.

Responsibilities

• Learn signalling and control system design, testing, installation and maintenance.
• Gain real-world experience on live projects across the UK rail network.
• Develop professional skills and pursue registration and STEM volunteering opportunities.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Logical thinking

Self-learning

Independent working

Collaboration

Education

Level 3 Engineering Qualification

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering

Relevant Engineering BTEC or equivalent

3x A Levels (math/physics/engineering)

Job description

Starting Salary: £17,000 plus Benefits

Location: Croydon

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.

You‘ll make a difference by ….

• Build your engineering skills by learning how signalling and control systems are designed, tested, installed and maintained.
• Gain real‑world experience on live projects, supporting signalling and control solutions across the UK rail network while learning about key industry standards and processes.
• Develop your career and professional skills throughout your apprenticeship, with opportunities to work towards professional registration and take part in STEM and volunteering activities.

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 every day 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.

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