ENGINEERING APPRENTICE – LEVEL 3
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Company On Course South West.
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Provider PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
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Location Plymouth, PL1 1QX
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref NAS-2000060637
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Application Deadline Date 09/11/2026
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Start Date 23/11/2026
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Positions Available 2
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Working Week To be discussed at interview - Monday - Friday.
Brief Description
You will work alongside experienced engineers, learning the practical skills and the knowledge required to build a successful career in engineering. Opportunity to develop your understanding of engineering processes, tools, equipment, materials and workplace procedures, while contributing to the day-to-day activities of the business.
Training to be Provided
As part of your Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship, you will combine practical, hands-on experience at Hymec Aerospace (UK) Ltd with structured training to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for a successful career in engineering.
Where training will take place:
Workplace training: Hymec Aerospace (UK) Ltd, 191 Plymbridge Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 7JS.
College or training provider: Plymouth Engineering Skills Centre
How often training will take place:
You will receive ongoing practical training and guidance in the workplace from experienced engineers. Off-the-job training towards your Level 3 engineering qualification will take place in accordance with your agreed apprenticeship training plan.
Progress reviews: Regular reviews with your employer and training provider to monitor your progress, discuss your development and ensure you are working towards achieving your qualification.
Your training plan will be agreed with Hymec Aerospace (UK) Ltd and your apprenticeship training provider to ensure you receive the support, guidance and practical experience needed to develop your engineering skills and achieve your qualification.
Future Prospects
For the right Apprentice they will encourage ongoing learning, professional development and the achievement of relevant engineering qualifications. Progression will depend on individual performance, competence, experience, available opportunities and business requirement and a full time role if there is a position available.
Vacancy Detail
- Assist experienced engineers with day-to-day engineering activities
- Learn to use engineering tools, equipment and machinery safely and correctly
- Develop practical engineering skills and an understanding of technical drawings
- Learn about engineering materials, components, manufacturing processes and quality standards
- Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, safe working environment
- Work effectively as part of a team and communicate with colleagues
- Develop problem-solving, fault-finding and attention-to-detail skills
- Complete apprenticeship training, coursework and assessments on time