Engineering Operative Apprenticeship
Apply From: 10/11/2024
Learning Provider
Delivered by CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH
Employer
Babcock International
Vacancy Description
This Level 2 Engineering Operative apprenticeship will build your engineering skills in one of three trade routes: Electrical, Mechanical, or Fabrication. Supporting our Engineering Fitters, we’ll train you in core engineering skills like hand fitting, health and safety, and general maintenance.
You’ll also receive specialised training based on the trade route you’re studying. If you’re in Electrical, this could include maintaining electrical equipment and systems, as well as learning to form and assemble electrical cable enclosures and support systems. For Mechanical, you’ll learn how to maintain mechanical devices and equipment, as well as repair mechanical components to bring them back into working condition.
If you’re specialising in Fabrication, your training may involve producing sheet metal components and assemblies, or cutting and shaping materials using thermal cutting equipment. No matter which route you take, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining the Royal Navy’s fleet.
Key Details
Vacancy Title
Engineering Operative Apprenticeship
Employer Description
Babcock is an international defence, aerospace and security company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France, and South Africa, with exports to additional markets with potential to become focus countries. We meet our customers’ key requirements of affordability, availability, and capability by delivering engineering, support, and critical systems to defence and civil markets.
Vacancy Location
Devonport Royal Dockyard, Devonport, PL1 4SG
Wage Frequency
Custom
Number of Vacancies
4
Vacancy Reference Number
1000286757
Key Dates
Apply From
10/11/2024
Closing Date For Applications
2025-03-20 23:59:59
Interview Begin From
Possible Start Date
2025-09-01
Training
Training to be Provided
You will work towards obtaining the Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship standard. The first three months of your apprenticeship will take place at City College Plymouth, learning the fundamentals of engineering, such as basic hand skills and the use of hand and bench tools. From then on, you’ll spend one day a week at the college and four days at Devonport Dockyard, applying your skills on the job. Ongoing weekly attendance at college may be required for tutorial sessions or to complete Functional Skills in Maths and English if you do not already hold GCSE qualifications.
After your first year, you’ll move to the End Point Assessment (EPA) phase for your final three months. During this time, you’ll complete a portfolio of evidence showcasing your work and skills.
Learning Provider
CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH
Skills Required
Organisation skills, Team working, Initiative
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