DRAEGER SAFETY UK LTD
Wage: £15,600 to £24,784.50, depending on your age
Training course: Engineering fitter (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday between 8.00am - 5.00pm.
Start date: Monday 14 September 2026
Duration: 4 years
Positions available: 1
A fantastic opportunity for an aspiring engineer to join this global employer at it's facility in Blyth, Northumberland. The primary focus of the Engineering Apprentice is to support the business in the engineering, design, documentation and manufacturing of fire and gas detection systems. This can include multiple areas of engineering, including instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and more.
Wage £15,600 to £24,784.50, depending on your age National Minimum Wage Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Engineering fitter (level 3) Hours Monday - Friday between 8.00am - 5.00pm. 37 hours 30 minutes a week Start date Monday 14 September 2026 Duration 4 years Positions available 1
The tasks and responsibilities below are typical of the duties the postholder will be expected to perform.
Calibrations:
Learning and understanding the processes involved in the calibration of gas detection and impairment technologies
Stock control:
Learning and understanding stock control practices, how to allocate stock to production orders and how to check stock
Work safely:
Learn how to maintain safe working practices using risk assessments and HazObs to ensure potential hazards are mitigated and managed for a secure work environment
Promote continuous improvement:
Learn basic Lean Six Sigma principles to support an ongoing culture of continuous improvement, innovation, efficiency and excellence across all parts of the business
Technical drawings:
Learning to read, understand and use mechanical assembly, piping schematic and electrical wiring in manufacturing activities
Manufacturing:
Learn and understand how to build instrumentation control panels; preparing cable harnesses, working with small gauge tubing using nylon, PTFE and Stainless Steel; using hand tools for mechanical fitting and for electrical assemblies
This list is not exhaustive and other duties of a similar nature and level may be required as part of your apprenticeship journey.
Draeger Safety Uk LimitedUllswater CloseBlyth Riverside Business ParkBlythNE24 4RG
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Course contents Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.Reporting work outcomes or issues.Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.Operating within limits of responsibility.Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.Reporting work outcomes or issues.Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.Operating within limits of responsibility.Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.
Workplace-based learning with experienced panel builders. Off-the-job training and classroom learning with an approved training provider Development of both electrical and practical skills as well as workplace skills such as communication, problem-solving, and health & safety awareness Study towards the appropriate apprenticeship standard for an electrical panel wiring / engineering manufacturing technician
GCSE in:
maths and English (grade 5/C or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiative
The Dräger UK factory in Blyth, Northumberland, is the headquarters of the company’s UK Safety Division and an important manufacturing and engineering site. Dräger is an international company that specialises in safety and medical technology, producing equipment designed to protect and save lives in hazardous environments.
At the Blyth factory, a key activity is the design and manufacture of safety equipment, particularly breathing apparatus used by firefighters, emergency services, industrial workers and the military. The site is considered a global centre of excellence for producing self-contained breathing apparatus, which provides clean air in environments where normal breathing is dangerous or impossible.
The facility also manufactures gas detection technology, such as the Pulsar open-path gas detector. This device detects hazardous gases like methane or propane from long distances, helping prevent accidents in industries such as oil and gas, energy and manufacturing.
In addition to manufacturing, the Blyth site carries out research and development, product testing, servicing and training for customers who use safety equipment. Engineers and technicians assemble and test products such as compressed air breathing cylinders using advanced robotics and specialised production cells.
Overall, the Blyth factory plays a crucial role in developing and producing safety technology that protects workers and emergency responders around the world.
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By the end of this apprenticeship you will have:
Strong practical experience in wiring and assembling electrical panels A recognised apprenticeship qualification in engineering Valuable workplace and soft skills that make you a strong candidate for a full-time role within the team Progression opportunities during and after the apprenticeship in other Draeger departments including technical and engineering
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