Ancillary Support Engineering Apprentice

Wage: £22,609 a year
Training course: Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.
Start date: Monday 29 June 2026
Duration: 3 years
Positions available: 1

Summary

The Ancillary Support Engineering Apprentice will receive comprehensive training and mentorship while assisting in the maintenance and support of both Mechanical and Electrical equipment in the Ancillary department, including crimp machines, etching machines, laser markers, cable cut equipment, and cable stripping machines.

Wage £22,609 a year Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3) Hours Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed. 40 hours a week Start date Monday 29 June 2026 Duration 3 years Positions available 1

What you'll do at work

Maintenance and Repair:

Support senior engineers with routine maintenance on ancillary equipment Learn how to diagnose and assist in the repair of mechanical and electrical issues Participate in supervised disassembly and reassembly of machinery for fault identification

Technical Support and Learning:

Provide basic technical support under guidance from experienced engineers Assist in the installation and setup of new machinery and equipment Engage in continuous learning to understand equipment functionality and maintenance practices

Skill Development and Problem Solving:

Develop problem-solving skills by observing and assisting in troubleshooting Maintain learning logs and records of issues encountered to track progress

Engineering Support:

Offer overall engineering support for the Ancillary department, assisting senior engineers to ensure machinery operates efficiently and effectively Work closely with other engineers and technicians to gain knowledge and learn best practices

Safety and Compliance:

Adhere to all health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment Learn about the relevant standards and regulations to ensure all machinery and equipment comply

Where you'll work

40 Lower Oakham WayOakham Business ParkMansfieldNottinghamshireNG18 5BY

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training schedule

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence. You will be expected to work towards the Maintenance and operations engineering technician level 3 apprenticeship standard.

As part of your apprenticeship, and dependent on your prior attainment, you may be required to complete English and mathsFunctional Skills which is an integral part of your apprenticeship. Upon successful completion you will be awarded additional certificates of recognition for these qualifications.

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4/C or above)Maths (grade 4/C or above)Science (grade 4/C or above)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiative

About this employer

Glenair UK has provided interconnect innovation into the military aerospace sector for over 40 years. We have solutions waiting for you in stock and a team of industry leading product specialists dedicated to solving your interconnect design requirements.

https://www.glenair.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Pension plan Healthcare scheme 32 days annual leave (including statutory days) Monthly bonus scheme Long service awards Apprentice Mentor for all apprentices

After this apprenticeship

Potential for full time employment for the right candidate/ progression to a higher apprenticeship