Engineering Apprentice

Summary

This is an excellent opportunity to learn and develop specialist skills in a variety of sectors including manufacture, repair service. Apprentices will undertake on and off job training to a comprehensive training package which will cover all elements of the engineering sector.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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£15,704 (16-17 years of age), £ 20,800 (18-20 years of age) for your first year, then could increase depending on your age.

Training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

Hours

12 month programme plus 3 - 6 months for End Point Assessment. Monday to Friday 7.30am - 4pm.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

1 year

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Although academic ability is important to Hydro, we also consider candidates who have a great attitude to learning and self-development. We want to see evidence that you are genuinely interested in and enthusiastic about developing a career within practical, hands-on engineering.

Learn and apply various engineering principles, theorise and practice
Undertake hands-on tasks, under supervision, including machining, assembly, fabrication, repair and service of mechanical equipment
Learn and apply the correct machinery and tools to be utilised when undertaking tasks, which will include any periodic maintenance requirements
Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical problems with the ability to articulate the fault and solution in both verbal and written form
Ability to use Hydro’s IT systems, as directed by the business, to produce reports and identify parts required to undertake repairs
Work with suitable supervision balanced by the ability to use your own initiative if required
Demonstrate time management fundamentals in both the work environment as well as coursework commitments, ensuring it is completed to a high standard and on time
Undertake additional job-specific training, as required by Hydro.
Be prepared to stay away from home (if over 18 years of age), working outdoors and within the water and wastewater environment
Comply and adhere to Hydro’s Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality policies and standards

Where you'll work

12 South Way
Southwell Business Park
Portland
Dorset
DT5 2NL

Training

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

College or training organisation

BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE, THE

Your training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

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Your training plan

Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship Standard
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0420-v1-2
Functional Skills in English and maths up to Level 2 as required
The programme will be front-loaded for delivery

More training information

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

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4 or above)
Maths (grade 4 or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

You will be working at heights and working outdoors. As part of the application process, you will also need to apply and attend an academic interview with Bournemouth and Poole College https://www.thecollege.co.uk/courses/apprenticeship-engineering-operative-fabrication-welding-pathway-level-2

About this company

Hydro International, a CRH company, is a leading provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact.

After this apprenticeship

Progression to Full Time employment for successful completion of training.

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