Accessories Engineering Apprentice

Summary

Do you have an eye for detail and an interest in how things work? PETA Ltd are looking to source an exceptional Accessories Engineering Apprentice for our client, Safran. This role involves learning to understand all aspects of the new assembly and industrial Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) processes based at their site in Fareham.

Wage

£17,140 a year

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Training course

Engineering fitter (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday - Flexible working (Average is 08.00 - 16.30). Option for shorter day on Fridays.

37 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 Safran team as an Accessories Engineering Apprentice, your role will be focused on learning and understanding the principles of assembly/test and inspection methodology & practices.
You will be involved in ensuring the products meet the requirements of customers, quality standards and airworthiness authorities.

As part of your job as an Accessories Engineering Apprentice, you will learn how to:

Assemble, test and inspect parts to drawings, documentation, routings and required standards
Use a variety of production/inspection methods and equipment during the assembly, test and repair life cycle
Carryout all new production assembly and repair processes to have a full understanding of the area and business needs
Use a range of inspection methods and equipment to ensure product conformity
Develop an understanding of various different policies and procedures
Maintain good housekeeping standards

Where you'll work

Concorde Way Segensworth
North Fareham
Hampshire
PO15 5RL

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 an Accessories Engineering Apprentice, you will be studying a Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship. Throughout your apprenticeship with Safran Helicopter Engines, 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

Willingness to learn
Keen interest in engineering
Enjoy problem solving
Honest, reliable, trustworthy
Self-motivated
Ability to work with others
Good communication skills
MS Office working knowledge

About this company

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment, and interiors), defence and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable, and accessible. Joining Safran means joining an international group where employees are given opportunities to develop throughout their careers. Did you know Safran were voted the 3rd best worldwide employer in their sector by Forbes in 2021?

http://www.safran-helicopter-engines.com (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Secure car parking. Annual Leave allowance. On site Costa and subsidy for lunch in restaurant. Health cash back plan. Pension scheme with 7% employer contribution. Health and Wellbeing events. Flexi time, once probation period is passed.

After this apprenticeship

The career opportunities at Safran 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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