About the apprenticeship
Duties
•Learn new skills through structured on the job training with support from an experienced internal mentor
•Complete rotations across different manufacturing areas to develop a broad technical skillset
•Maintain accurate logbooks and training notes throughout your apprenticeship
•By following all safety requirements and procedures you will learn how to work in a safe environment
•Collaborate effectively within a team as well as work independently with support from our engineering mentors
•Learn to follow engineering procedures and specifications
•Attend college, study, and successfully pass all required modules
•Complete relevant NVQs with support from our on site training provider
Additional information
This role begins as a 39 hour week while training (4 days on site and 1 day in college). As your experience grows, you will also gain exposure to working on one of our shift patterns that support our 24/7 operation.
Requirements
Qualifications
A minimum of 5 GCSEs (grades A–C / 4–9) including Maths, English and a Science
Further education in a science or engineering subject (A Level, BTEC, NVQ) is an advantage but not essential
Applicants must be 18 years old by September 2026•A minimum of 5 GCSEs (grades A–C / 4–9) including Maths, English and a Science
•Further education in a science or engineering subject (A Level, BTEC, NVQ) is an advantage but not essential
•Applicants must be 18 years old by September 2026
•Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
•Self motivation and a logical approach to problem solving
•Willingness to be flexible with working hours
Skills
•A minimum of 5 GCSEs (grades A–C / 4–9) including Maths, English and a Science
•Further education in a science or engineering subject (A Level, BTEC, NVQ) is an advantage but not essential
•Applicants must be 18 years old by September 2026
•Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
•Self motivation and a logical approach to problem solving
•Willingness to be flexible with working hours
Welsh language
Welsh spoken skills: No
Welsh written skills: No
If you are interested in doing an apprenticeship through the medium of Welsh or bilingually, please contact the training provider to find out if it is available.
Training provided
Training provider
NDGTA
Qualification
BTEC or HNC Electronical bias
Disability confident
Is this employer disability confident: No
What is disability confident?
Disability confident employers are committed to offering equal opportunities for people with disabilities and health conditions.
Employer details
Vishay Newport Ltd
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP10 8YJ