Naval Base Commander Devonport Level 3 Engineering, Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship

Getting In Limited; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at one of the largest naval bases in western Europe! This apprenticeship offers a unique chance to develop engineering skills while working closely with the Royal Navy. Over the course of three years, apprentices will engage in a blend of practical work placements and academic learning at Plymouth City College. This hands-on role not only provides invaluable experience but also supports the operational requirements of the naval base. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to the UK's maritime capability, this apprenticeship could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Develop skills through four six-month work placements at H.M. Naval Base Devonport.
• Attend Plymouth City College one day per week for qualification support.

Responsibilities

• Carry out engineering focused work placements within His Majesty's Naval Base Devonport.
• Develop underpinning knowledge of engineering through full-time college attendance.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving skills

Team working

Passionate

Enthusiastic

Motivated

Education

Level 3 Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician qualification

Job description

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Naval Base Commander Devonport Level 3 Engineering, Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship

Apply From: 10/01/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH

Employer

Ministry of Defence

Vacancy Description

• Over the course of the three year apprenticeship, apprentices will attend college on a combination of block or day release and carry out engineering focused work placements within His Majesty's Naval Base Devonport within NBCDs organisation as well as the potential to work with a range of Industry Partners.
• You will undergo initial Induction Training into the Civil Service at HMNB Devonport.
• Attend college on a full-time basis developing your underpinning knowledge of engineering as well as carrying out a range of practical workshop tasks.
• During college half term periods you will have familiarisation visits in the Naval Base to develop your understanding of NBCDs business in preparation for Phases 2 and 3.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Naval Base Commander Devonport Level 3 Engineering, Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship

Employer Description

HM Naval Base is one of the largest bases of its kind in western Europe and is a key Defence asset, acting as an operating and support base for the Royal Navy's ships and submarines, and elements of the Royal Marines. Working here within Naval Base Commander Devonport's organisation offers opportunities which are varied, challenging, and exciting, enabling and supporting the Royal Navy to generate and operate forces worldwide today and ensuring that we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering UK maritime capability for the future.

Vacancy Location

HMNB Devonport Plymouth PL2 2BG

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

6

Vacancy Reference Number

1000294870

Key Dates

Apply From

10/01/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-02-23 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-09-08 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• Typically, you will undertake four six-month work placements at H.M. Naval Base Devonport Plymouth that will give you the opportunity to develop skills and experience while you play an active role in helping the business meet operational requirements and workplace objectives.
• Placements are flexible and will cover different areas within NBCDs organisation and potentially the wider naval base to give you a broad experience of the organisation and the wider Defence organisations and Industry Partners we work with.
• Work placements will support your technical tasks associated with your apprenticeship as well as supporting your colleagues in their specialist area in achieving NBCDs business objectives.
• The expectation is that you will be working on site the majority of your working week.
• During phases 2 and 3 you will also be required to attend Plymouth City College one day per week, day to be confirmed, in support of your Level 3 Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician qualification.

Learning Provider

CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH

Contact Details

Julie Catterall

Vacancy Type:

Skills Required

Communication skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Passionate, Enthusiastic, Motivated

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