Closes in 9 days (Wednesday 16 July 2025 at 11:59pm)
Gain practical experience in machining manufacturing through a 3½-year apprenticeship, combining college study and on-site training. Learn engineering, inspection, and planning skills while earning a qualification and preparing for a career in aerospace.
Wage
£14,526.20 to £23,492.04, depending on your age
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Training course Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours Monday to Thursday 8am to 4:30pmFriday 8am to 1pm
37 hours a week
Monday 4 August 2025
Duration
3 years
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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
The successful applicants will be given a full well-rounded understanding of the Composites/Aerospace Manufacturing process. During this apprenticeship, you will work your way through the apprenticeship under the guidance of our experienced Maintenance Team who will support you to become a proficient maintenance professional.
You will gain hands on experience in responding to breakdowns, installation of new machinery, repairing existing fixtures and many more attributes.
Your daily duties will include; · Checking general maintenance/operation of machines on daily basis and reporting any issues · Working as part of the team to problem solve, fault find and get vital machinery back up and running · Develop skills specific to the Composites industry, which can be practiced and applied straight away · Removal of waste materials and keeping work area clean and tidy · Upholding the very high standards of performance/customer service expected by the whole team
Where you'll work
Teledyne CML Composites
Unit A
6 Tebay Road
Wirral
CH62 3PA
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST
Your training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
In-house training plus the candidate will follow a Level 3 Apprenticeship programme and study towards a Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician standard. This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College – South & West. If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A-C (9-4) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 2 Functional Skill in the relevant subject.
Requirements
GCSE in:
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They canadjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Initiative
* Reliability
About this company
We are a fast-growing manufacturer, supplying carbon/glass fibre composite parts and assemblies to some of the world’s leading aircraft and aero engine producers. Operating across different distinct product groups namely commercial, and business jet products, this role is an opportunity to join a team putting the finishing touches to our highly technical products.
Company benefits
Salary sacrifice led pension plan - matches employee contributions up to 7%Employee Assistance ProgrammeLife AssuranceCompany sick pay
After this apprenticeship
Aerospace maintenance requires specialised knowledge in aircraft systems, avionics, and mechanical repairs, making apprentices highly valuable. Completing an apprenticeship can lead to roles such as aircraft technician, engineer, or even management positions
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST
Sophie.Cain@ccsw.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship isVAC1000329409.
Apply now
Closes in 9 days (Wednesday 16 July 2025 at 11:59pm)
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