Maintenance Apprentice
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Company: GKN AEROSPACE SERVICES LIMITED
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Location: Bristol, BS35 4GG
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £15,028.73 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000019190
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Application Deadline Date: 27/03/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday, 07:30-15:30
Brief Description
In this hands-on role, you’ll be part of a team delivering the future—building parts, testing systems, and working with powerful tech and tools – don’t worry, we’ll teach you how! You will gain real transferable skills that matter, from operating advanced machines to turning complex ideas into reality.
Training to be Provided
Year 1- is all about getting you ready to hit the ground running. You’ll build the core skills, knowledge, and confidence you need to succeed in years 2&3 – with the right mix of learning, support, and hands-on prep to make it happen. You'll split your time working offsite at Weston college completing your foundation training as well as working onsite.
Years 2 & 3- You’ll rotate through different areas of the business, gaining hands-on experience and expanding your knowledge along the way. You’ll have regular check-ins with your GKN training advisor to track your progress, all while continuing your college studies one day a week.
Year 4- In your final placement, you’ll focus on your final department, build specialist skills, and complete your final assessments – all leading to your apprenticeship qualification.
Future Prospects
Skilled Aircraft Fitter, Machinist or Maintenance Technician.
Vacancy Detail
Maintenance - Maintenance Engineers carry out scheduled maintenance & breakdown repairs on complex machinery such as large CNC machines, chemical treatment plants & equipment.
Maintenance Engineers need to have an analytical approach, as they will be involved in problem solving & cross-functional communication.