Apprentice Composite Technician
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Company: 3D COMPOSITE MANUFACTURING LTD
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Location: CHICHESTER, PO18 9HP
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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-2000029618
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Application Deadline Date: 15/05/2026
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Start Date: 05/10/2026
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Positions Available: 10
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm with half hour for lunch. One day at college in Chichester.
Brief Description
3DCM (3D Composite Manufacturing Ltd) is an industry-leading composite manufacturer, committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. They are looking for Apprentice Composite Technicians wanting to kick-start a career in advanced manufacturing, developing real-world skills in a collaborative environment.
Training to be Provided
Composite Technicians Level 3 Apprenticeship On the job training and mentoring with experienced colleagues.
Future Prospects
- Apprentices will have the opportunity to experience different disciplines and departments within the organisation
- Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship there is potential to continue study at Level 4 and beyond
Vacancy Detail
There are 10 Apprentice Composite Technicians places available to join a very friendly and supportive team from October 2026. You’ll work on high-performance components across industries like motorsport and automotive, offering a great platform to learn, grow and build your career.
As an apprentice you will work full time for 3DCM whilst studying for a Composite Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship. 3D Composites Manufacturing Ltd prides itself on delivering high quality products, with excellent customer service, whilst ensuring that they create a great working environment for everyone. 3D Composite Manufacturing Ltd is an inclusive & equal opportunities employer.
As an Apprentice for 3DCM you will learn:
- To select the right techniques and processes to manufacture composite components
- Handle composite materials safely and follow key H&S procedures
- Store and apply materials correctly for optimal performance
- Work with resins and adhesives for bonding and assembly
- Produce and prepare carbon fibre mould tools
- Manufacture high-quality components across multiple sectors
- Read and interpret technical drawings and process documents
- Laminate complex geometries and carry out assembly tasks
- Apply quality control, inspection, and basic project management methods
Who you will be:
- 3DCM are looking for candidates who will strive to carve out a career in manufacturing and engineering of motorsports and automotive components
- Successful candidates will already have achieved GCSE in maths and English with at least a Grade 4/C
- A team player who understands and displays a strong work ethic and possesses great attention to detail
- Able to get to work each day. Due to the company location, motorised transport will be essential to enable you to get to site every day (car/motorcycle preferred due to remote location and nature of the roads)
Other Information
What you need to know:
- This apprenticeship requires full-time commitment of a minimum 40 hours per week including attendance at Chichester College
- This is a 36-month apprenticeship (training period) excluding End Point Assessment starting in October 2026 and ending in 2029 - only applicants who can commit to the full 3 years should apply
- You MUST BE free from full-time education to be eligible to apply for an apprenticeship
- You MUST HAVE BEEN resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to the start of learning and have work authorisation for the UK
- The location is remote with no public transport and only accessed by rural roads so applicants need to have appropriate means of transport