Calibration Technician Apprentice
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Company: AEROSPACE METROLOGY & ELECTR OMECHANICAL CALIBRATION LTD
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Location: NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE6 4LT
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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-2000020156
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Application Deadline Date: 31/03/2026
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Start Date: 07/09/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.00pm. Friday, 8.00am - 12:30pm. Please note, these hours are during your first year with Seta. They may change once you move into the workplace.
Brief Description
Start your engineering career with AMECaL! As an Apprentice Calibration Technician, you’ll gain hands-on experience calibrating and maintaining electrical, mechanical and environmental instruments while completing an Engineering Maintenance Technician apprenticeship, learning from experienced engineers in a precision laboratory.
Training to be Provided
Your first year will be spent at Seta in Washington.
Your second year will be spent 4 days in the workplace with AMECaL and 1 day with Seta on day release.
Your final 2 years will be spent full time with the employer, with regular reviews with a Seta apprenticeship manager and your employer.
Future Prospects
After completing the apprenticeship, the successful candidate is expected to progress into a fully qualified Calibration Technician role within AMECaL.
Vacancy Detail
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Calibrate and maintain a wide range of electrical, mechanical, optical, pressure, force, temperature, and dimensional instrumentation
- Carry out precision calibration tasks in line with strict quality standards and ISO accreditation
- Accurately generate and issue calibration certificates and technical reports
- Ensure all work is completed to high standards, even under time pressures
- Keep your work area clean, organised and compliant with health & safety rules
- Follow company procedures and industry best practices at all times
- Work with and learn from experienced calibration and technical staff
- Contribute technical input to projects and continuous improvement activities
- Gain an understanding of the full calibration process across AMECaL’s multi‑lab facility
Other Information
We are looking for individuals with a strong interest in engineering and maintenance, who have good practical skills, attention to detail, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.