Rail Signalling Technician Apprentice (Level 4)

Siemens AG; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility offers a Higher Apprentice in Rail Signalling (Level 4), a 48‑month programme with an End Point assessment. You will gain hands‑on experience and structured development through technical training, mentoring, and apprenticeship days.

The scheme aligns to the Level 4 Rail Engineering Advanced Technician standard. The delivery model is block release (hybrid) with NTAR as the provider, leading to a permanent role on successful completion.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above.
• One of: Level 3 Engineering Qualification, Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering, BTEC in engineering, or 3 A levels (math/physics/engineering).
• Candidates must meet educational criteria before offer is made.

Responsibilities

• Build engineering skills by learning signalling and control systems design, testing, installation and maintenance.
• Gain real-world experience on live projects across the UK rail network while learning industry standards and processes.
• Develop career and professional skills with opportunities for registration and STEM/volunteering activities.

Skills

Logical thinking

Self-learning

Problem solving

Independent working

Collaborating with others

Education

Grade 4/C in GCSE English Language

Grade 4/C in GCSE Maths

Level 3 Engineering Qualification

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering

Relevant Engineering BTEC or equivalent

3x A Levels (math/physics/engineering)

Job description

Siemens Mobility offers a Higher Apprentice in Rail Signalling (Level 4), a 48‑month programme with an End Point assessment. You will gain hands‑on experience and structured development through technical training, mentoring, and apprenticeship days.

The scheme aligns to the Level 4 Rail Engineering Advanced Technician standard. The delivery model is block release (hybrid) with NTAR as the provider, leading to a permanent role on successful completion.