Level 3 Mechanical Fitter Apprentice - Hands-On Training & Growth

Atlas Copco Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of trust

Lifelong learning

Career growth

Comprehensive benefits

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum in Bristol is offering a Level 3 Engineering Fitter apprenticeship, combining structured learning with hands-on experience in the workplace. You will learn from experienced colleagues, develop practical and professional skills, and take on real responsibilities as you progress.

The programme typically lasts two to four years, with dedicated support throughout. You will read drawings, perform basic inspections, follow safety controls, and work with teams to support workflow in a

Qualifications

• Commitment to completing a Level 3 Engineering Fitter apprenticeship and the required workplace evidence.
• Reliable, punctual and willing to learn in both workplace and training provider settings.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, build notes, bills of materials and assembly instructions.
• Selecting, checking and using appropriate hand tools, power tools, torque tools, fixtures and lifting equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Work within Edwards and Atlas Copco Group health, safety, environmental and quality policies.
• Complete the Level 3 Engineering Fitter apprenticeship learning plan with workplace evidence.
• Assist with mechanical sub-assembly tasks across WRU, TTWB, Mechanical Subs, Head and Bypass, spares and upgrades.
• Learn to read and interpret mechanical drawings, build notes, BOMs and production docs.
• Carry out basic inspection and quality checks within training limits.
• Collaborate with teams to support workflow across manufacturing cells.
• Clock in/out accurately and maintain attendance at work and training.

Skills

Reading & interpreting drawings

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 Engineering Fitter apprenticeship

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Torque tools

Fixtures

Lifting equipment

Job description

Edwards Vacuum in Bristol is offering a Level 3 Engineering Fitter apprenticeship, combining structured learning with hands-on experience in the workplace. You will learn from experienced colleagues, develop practical and professional skills, and take on real responsibilities as you progress.

The programme typically lasts two to four years, with dedicated support throughout. You will read drawings, perform basic inspections, follow safety controls, and work with teams to support workflow in a