Level 3 Manufacturing Apprentice — Hands-on Tech & Training

Thales Group; Templecombe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £24,000 per annum

Hybrid/flexible working options

Contributory Company Pension

Health Care Cash Plan

Learning and development support

Employee discounts and wellbeing

80 Hours Volunteering per year

Holiday entitlement 201 hours a year

Job summary

Thales in Templecombe, UK is seeking a motivated candidate for a Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship. The role blends college study with hands‑on experience across manufacturing, with rotations through different placements to build broad skills.

You will learn assembly, wiring, soldering and safety practices while progressing toward a Level 3 diploma. The programme offers a funded career path toward a permanent role on completion.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A-C) including English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the assembly, testing, and inspection of manufacturing components and sub‑assemblies.
• Support daily production activities and the setup, operation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
• Learn to read and interpret technical drawings, engineering specifications, and work instructions.
• Adhere strictly to UK health and safety regulations and company safety policies.
• Carry out quality control checks to ensure products meet industry and company standards.
• Maintain accurate production records and report faults or issues promptly.
• Participate fully in apprenticeship training modules and qualifications (e.g., BTEC, NVQ or equivalent).
• Collaborate with team members to solve manufacturing and process challenges.

Education

5 GCSEs grade 9-4 including English and Maths

Job description

Thales in Templecombe, UK is seeking a motivated candidate for a Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship. The role blends college study with hands‑on experience across manufacturing, with rotations through different placements to build broad skills.

You will learn assembly, wiring, soldering and safety practices while progressing toward a Level 3 diploma. The programme offers a funded career path toward a permanent role on completion.