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Job Overview
Our 2-year Project Management Apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to help deliver one of the UK’s most ambitious engineering programmes – the dismantling of the Royal Navy’s legacy nuclear-powered submarines. You’ll learn how complex projects are planned and managed from start to finish, developing the skills to turn great ideas into real progress.
About The Programme
This world-first project is setting new standards for innovation and sustainability in the defence and nuclear sectors. As part of the Project Management team, you’ll contribute to the safe dismantling and recycling of submarine reactor systems, gaining exposure to every stage of the process.
From project planning and scheduling to risk management and reporting, your work will touch on every area of project delivery. You’ll learn how to manage budgets, prepare project documentation, and collaborate with engineers, planners and subcontractors to keep progress on track.
Alongside technical project skills, you’ll also develop core capabilities in leadership, problem solving and stakeholder engagement – everything you need to build a successful career in project management.
Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. You’ll work alongside experienced project managers who’ll share their knowledge and guide your development, helping you understand how effective project management supports national defence, safety and sustainability.
As part of your apprenticeship, you’ll study for the SCQF Level 8 Diploma in Project Management through Fife College.
The programme blends classroom learning with practical experience, helping you develop both the technical and professional skills that define a great project manager. You’ll explore core topics such as project planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, leadership and stakeholder communication, building a clear understanding of how to deliver successful outcomes in a complex engineering environment.
Future Prospects
When you complete the programme, you’ll be ready to take on a permanent role as a Project Manager with Babcock, supporting major projects across our Marine, Defence and Nuclear businesses.
A newly qualified Project Manager at Babcock currently earns a competitive salary exceeding £39,000.
From there, your development doesn’t stop. Through the Babcock Role Framework, you’ll have a clear view of how your career can progress, with mapped‑out pathways, development opportunities and the tools you need to get wherever you want to go.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Two Highers (one of which should be English at grade C or above)
* National 5 Maths (or equivalent qualifications at SCQF levels 5 and 6)
* Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions may apply – your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency may impact eligibility. Further details at the UK Security Vetting website.
Additional Information
This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme. This means if you identify yourself as disabled, and meet the minimum criteria for this job, you should be offered an interview.
Application Process
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Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Government Administration
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