Summary
Shaping the future of mail delivery. You’ll earn while you learn, work with cutting-edge tech, & gain qualifications that open doors to amazing opportunities.
* Real skills & experience from day one
* Earn a nationally recognised qualification
* Join an award-winning programme
Wage
Competitive
Competitive wage offered
Salary: - £16,420 - £23,820 (dependent upon age)
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
40 hours per week- shift timings would be confirmed closer to start date.
40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 24 August 2026
Duration
4 years
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
* Get stuck into toolbox talks and safety briefings
* Work on mail sorting machines, conveyor systems, and robotics
* Learn how to maintain, diagnose and fix automated systems
* Take part in cool projects – from design to digital design and 3D modelling
* Team up with experienced engineers and share ideas
* End the day with a quick review to plan for tomorrow
Where you'll work
Barnwood Point
Corinium Avenue
Gloucester
GL4 3HX
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
GLOUCESTERSHIRE ENGINEERING TRAINING LIMITED
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Training schedule
At college, you will learn:
* Electrical and mechanical engineering basics
* Health and safety statutory regulations and rules
* How to use PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers)
* How to locate and resolve complex mechanical / electrical faults
More training information
As part of your apprenticeship, you will attend Gloucester Engineering Training, Unit 2.7 Barnwood Point, Corinium Avenue, Gloucester GL4 3HX for the academic elements of your programme. You will be expected to travel to college when required, and all travel costs from your work location to the college will be fully covered.
During your first year, you will be based full‑time at college, learning the core knowledge and skills alongside your fellow apprentices and building a strong foundation for your role.
In years 2 and 3, your time will be split between college study and hands‑on experience in the workplace. This blended approach will help you apply what you’ve learned in real situations while continuing to progress academically. The exact balance between college and work days will be confirmed towards the end of your first year, ensuring the structure supports your learning and development.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade C/4 or above (or equivalent))
* Maths (grade C/4 or above (or equivalent))
* Science (grade C/4 or above (or equivalent))
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Problem solving skills
* Team working
Other requirements
* Have legal Right to Work in the UK for the full duration of the screen
* Have lived in the UK for 3 years or more prior to the start date