Are you passionate about electrical or mechanical engineering? This 4-year apprenticeship is the perfect opportunity to launch your career in the highly specialised field of commissioning engineering. Throughout the programme, you will earn qualifications while gaining valuable practical experience, setting you on the path to a rewarding future. About the programme \n\nAs a Commissioning Engineer Apprentice at HM Naval Base Clyde, youâll play a key role in ensuring the correct installation, operation, and maintenance of equipment and systems that support the Royal Navy's vessels, including the Trident and Astute Class submarines. \n\nThis apprenticeship offers practical experience in maintaining and testing vital onboard systems, such as hydraulics, high-pressure air systems, motor generators, and 24v DC systems. You will be responsible for testing and commissioning these systems to ensure they are safe and meet design specifications. \n\nYour day-to-day responsibilities will include: \n\nConducting system health checks \n\nCreating and refining Test Forms to support health checks \n\nSetting up systems for operational use \n\nPerforming installation checks \n\nCarrying out performance testing and trials \n\nFault findings and diagnostics \n\nYou may also have opportunities to participate in projects focused on enhancing testing methods and optimising test equipment. \n\nThroughout your time in our Commissioning Group, you will deepen your understanding of the systems and equipment critical to Fleet Engineering. The programme will provide you with valuable insights into engineering standards, advanced techniques, and the crucial role commissioning plays in ensuring the operational success of Royal Navy submarines. \n\nYour education/training \nAs part of your apprenticeship, you will receive training both on-site and at West College Scotland. Your formal qualifications will be achieved progressively over the course of the programme, as outlined below: \n\nYear 1: Full-time at West College Scotland \nSVQ Level 2 (SCQF Level 5) in Performing Engineering Operations \nNC Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering â Year 1 \nYear 2: 3 days per week on site at HMNB Clyde and 1 day per week at West College Scotland \nSVQ Diploma Asset Lifecycle and Maintenance in Engineering (SCQF Level 7) \nNC Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering â Year 2 \nYears 3â4: 3 days per week on site at HMNB Clyde (if progressing to HNC) and 1 day per week at West College Scotland SVQ Diploma Asset Lifecycle and Maintenance in Engineering (SCQF Level 7) \nHNC Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering. \n\nFuture prospects \nUpon successfully completing the programme, youâll be ready to step into the role of Commissioning Engineer at Babcock, with a current starting salary of 38,461. \n\n \n\nYour apprenticeship will lay the foundation for a structured career path, with opportunities to progress to the position of Senior Commissioning Engineer. What youâll need \n\nNational Level 5 qualifications (or equivalent) in Mathematics, English, and a Science or technical subject, with grades AâC. \n\nTwo additional qualifications at National Level 4 or 5 (or above), with grades AâC. \n\nMany of our apprenticeship programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels