Mechanical Engineering Fitter Apprentice

Summary

Do you have an eye for detail and an interest in how things work? PETA Ltd are looking to source an exceptional Engineering Apprentice for our client, Allflow. This role involves learning how to use technical information to build mechanical assemblies and systems. You will also be completing tests to ensure specifications are met.

Wage

£16,000 a year

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Starting wage is between £16,000 and £20,000 per annum

Training course

Engineering fitter (level 3)

Hours

Monday- Friday 08.00- 16.30 (30 mins lunch)

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

3 years 9 months

Positions available

1

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

Joining the Allflow team as an Mechanical Engineering Apprentice, your role will be focused on undertaking the manufacturing processes on site. As part of your programme, you will learn how to:

Plan work activities, including sourcing components, equipment and tooling
Interpret technical information
Prepare the work area for assembly task
Assemble components to produce equipment, machines and systems
Produce complex high value, low volume assemblies
Produce and/or re-furbish components
Check your work against quality standards and make any required adjustments
Hand over products and prepare the work area for the next task
Identify and resolve problems

Where you'll work

45 Aston Road
Waterlooville
PO7 7XJ

Training

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

College or training organisation

PETA LIMITED

Your training course

Engineering fitter (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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.

Your training plan

As a Mechanical Engineering Fitter Apprentice, you will be studying a Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship
Throughout your apprenticeship with Allflow Pumps & Pump Systems, you will be supported by your company mentor and your PETA Learning and Development Coach
Your Level 3 programme will include, a level 3 Engineering work-based qualification delivered by PETA, and day release for 24 months to complete a level 3 BTEC technical certificate
Overall duration 45 months

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade C/4)
Maths (grade C/4)

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

Problem solving skills
Enthusiastic team player
Self motivated and driven
Excellent communication skills
Positive attitude
Methodical and logical
Learn through instruction
Good manual dexterity
Willingness to learn
Real interest in maintenance
Good co-ordination

About this company

Allflow specialise in the manufacture, installation and maintenance of pumping equipment and control systems. We undertake the dismantling and refurbishment of plant rooms at client sites. We are also committed to investing in our future talent and want you to become part of our success story. In partnership with PETA we will provide the learning and support required to ensure you will be the best engineer that you can be.

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Company benefits

Auto-enrolled into the company pension scheme after qualification period. 20 days holiday plus bank holidays (3-4 days to be taken at Christmas). Onsite restroom with kitchen facilities. Overtime available.

After this apprenticeship

The career opportunities at Allflow are very varied.  We have a strong track record of training and developing people to reach their full potential.

Fulltime employment
Further personal development
Further academic development
Higher apprenticeship

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