Technical Apprentice (Maintenance and Engineering Technician)

  • Company: TAMAR BRIDGE/TORPOINT FERRY JOINT COMMITTEE
  • Location: PL11 2AX
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £22,799.40 per year
  • Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
  • Ref: NAS-2000013192
  • Application Deadline Date: 31/03/2026
  • Start Date: 01/09/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Normally 5 days per week, 8am to 4pm with one of those days being at college.

Brief Description

We have an exciting opportunity for anyone wishing to kick-start their career with a Technical Apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance at the Torpoint Ferry.  Studying with City College Plymouth, you will be able to earn while you learn – becoming a valued member of our workforce in the process. 

Training to be Provided


  • First term classroom based, 5 days a week

  • Thereafter, 4 days per week based at the Torpoint Ferry, 1 day in the classroom

  • Final year full time in the workplace

  • Extensive on-the-job training with our experienced staff

Future Prospects

If successful on the apprenticeship there may be opportunity for future employment and/or progression onto a higher-level qualification. 

Vacancy Detail


  • Working with Tamar Crossings technicians 

  • Conducting planned maintenance tasks  

  • Fault finding on the three Torpoint ferries  

  • Learning about the ferry systems and equipment   

Ready to start your adventure?