Engineering Apprentice Technician (Mechanical)
Birmingham Metropolitan College
Birmingham (B44 8NE)
Closes in 13 days (Monday 18 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 4 August 2025
Contents
Summary
We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals with an interest in engineering and problem-solving to join our apprenticeship programme. As an Apprentice Technician, you’ll support staff and students in setting up and maintaining workshops and labs while developing key skills through structured training.
- Wage
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£13,741 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday- Thursday
9:00am- 5:00pm
Friday
9:00am- 4:00pm
Occasional Saturday or Evening shift to cover Open Events
35 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 8 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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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
- To provide high quality support for any of the courses within the engineering directorate
- To maintain effective and efficient management of the preparatory, store and learning facilities as appropriate under the remit of this position
- To prepare laboratories/workshops and equipment for teacher/student use
- To maintain laboratories/workshops/equipment, including maintaining stock and identifying suppliers required for new purchasing, and to diagnose and repair faulty equipment as appropriate
- To liaise with other technicians/staff as required and to work as a team to support all areas as directed by the Director of Engineering
- To undertake general administrative and purchasing duties within the allocated curriculum sector, including the maintenance of inventories
- To set up/pre-test apparatus/equipment/experiments/assessments for teachers and be familiar with the appropriate safety procedures and regulations
- To be able to handle all resistant materials, electronic, caustic, corrosive, toxic and harmful substances and be familiar with the appropriate safety procedures, as relevant to the curriculum sector
- To be responsible for the secure storage of equipment/chemicals which could be dangerous if misused
- To prepare solutions/materials to the required degree of accuracy
- To be aware of/use/ensure teachers are aware of/use any special safety precautions required in workshops/Laboratories/any specialist rooms in the allocated curriculum area
- To supervise work-experience students where necessary
- To supervise students where necessary
- To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably requested by the line manager, or any senior managers
- To comply with health and safety procedures
Undertake and maintain Risk Assessments
Undertake and maintain COSSH registers - To undertake professional development opportunities to keep abreast of best practice
- Commit to, promote and operate in accordance with BMet’s values and goals including but not limited to: safeguarding; health and safety; diversity and inclusion, anti-racism, trauma informed practice and High Performing Teams
- Commit to and participate in college-wide activities as required including but not limited to: enrolment; open events; development
Where you'll work
Aldridge Road
Great Barr
Birmingham
B44 8NE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BIRMINGHAM METROPOLITAN COLLEGE
Training course
Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Use information technology, for example to create documentation, communication and information management.
- Obtain, read and interpret task related documentation, such as work instructions, quality control documents, drawings, operation manuals, specifications and service manuals.
- Record information for example job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
- Conduct initial assessment of equipment that requires maintenance.
- Formulate plans setting out the methodology of the maintenance activity including timescales and resources.
- Select, prepare and use material, consumables, tools and equipment.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and organisational requirements applicable in the workplace. For example, COSHH, PUWER, LOLER, PPE and applying safe systems of work.
- Apply dynamic risk assessment, hazard identification and risk mitigation principles and techniques.
- Apply isolation principles and techniques to equipment undergoing maintenance, including dissipation of stored energies as required.
- Manufacture, repair and refurbish components using hand and machine tools.
- Restore the workplace on completion of the maintenance activity. Handover resources, consumables and equipment to process owner.
- Apply the techniques and processes used in reactive maintenance and repair activities on complex engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Produce, maintain, update, record and store documentation including electronic items such as PLC and robot programmes.
- Apply techniques and processes used in planned and preventative maintenance activities on engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Apply functional testing and checking techniques and processes after maintenance interventions, and handover to the operational team.
- Apply techniques and processes used in condition monitoring, non-destructive or sensory testing. Record findings and take necessary actions.
- Apply calculation techniques such as, feeds, speeds, tolerances, electrical calculations using Ohms law, power calculations and cable sizing calculations.
- Select, use and confirm calibration of electrical and mechanical testing and measuring equipment.
- Produce sketches or drawings to support maintenance activities.
- Communicate in writing. Prepare communications, documents and reports on technical matters.
- Segregate, separate and dispose of waste streams and by-products.
- Apply 4S or 5S principles of housekeeping to the work environment.
- Identify opportunities and make recommendations to improve operational performance.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Communicate with others verbally. Negotiate with colleagues or stakeholders. For example, to access equipment or arrange access to equipment.
- Follow equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
- Apply fault finding techniques used in reactive maintenance on complex integrated systems including half split, input output, six point technique, function or performance testing, unit or component substitution and equipment diagnostics.
- Use information technology, for example to create documentation, communication and information management.
- Obtain, read and interpret task related documentation, such as work instructions, quality control documents, drawings, operation manuals, specifications and service manuals.
- Record information for example job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
- Conduct initial assessment of equipment that requires maintenance.
- Formulate plans setting out the methodology of the maintenance activity including timescales and resources.
- Select, prepare and use material, consumables, tools and equipment.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and organisational requirements applicable in the workplace. For example, COSHH, PUWER, LOLER, PPE and applying safe systems of work.
- Apply dynamic risk assessment, hazard identification and risk mitigation principles and techniques.
- Apply isolation principles and techniques to equipment undergoing maintenance, including dissipation of stored energies as required.
- Manufacture, repair and refurbish components using hand and machine tools.
- Restore the workplace on completion of the maintenance activity. Handover resources, consumables and equipment to process owner.
- Apply the techniques and processes used in reactive maintenance and repair activities on complex engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Produce, maintain, update, record and store documentation including electronic items such as PLC and robot programmes.
- Apply techniques and processes used in planned and preventative maintenance activities on engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Apply functional testing and checking techniques and processes after maintenance interventions, and handover to the operational team.
- Apply techniques and processes used in condition monitoring, non-destructive or sensory testing. Record findings and take necessary actions.
- Apply calculation techniques such as, feeds, speeds, tolerances, electrical calculations using Ohms law, power calculations and cable sizing calculations.
- Select, use and confirm calibration of electrical and mechanical testing and measuring equipment.
- Produce sketches or drawings to support maintenance activities.
- Communicate in writing. Prepare communications, documents and reports on technical matters.
- Segregate, separate and dispose of waste streams and by-products.
- Apply 4S or 5S principles of housekeeping to the work environment.
- Identify opportunities and make recommendations to improve operational performance.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Communicate with others verbally. Negotiate with colleagues or stakeholders. For example, to access equipment or arrange access to equipment.
- Follow equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
- Apply fault finding techniques used in reactive maintenance on complex integrated systems including half split, input output, six point technique, function or performance testing, unit or component substitution and equipment diagnostics.
Training schedule
- Assist with workshop housekeeping and general maintenance
- Attend staff training, CPD sessions, and meetings as required
- Complete apprenticeship training and assessments in a timely manner
- Be fully aware of College policies relating to equality; diversity and inclusion and actively promote positive practice in this respect
- Maintain awareness of the requirements of the College Health and Safety policy and to promote positive practice in respect of health and safety rules in the workplace
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of children; vulnerable people and learners including:
- Motivation to work with children; young people and adult learners.
- Ability to form and maintain relationships and personal boundaries
- Emotional resilience in working with behaviour that could challenge
- Appropriate attitudes to use of authority and maintaining discipline
- Ensure adherence to the College Data Protection policy
- Work to the College and enginering Department quality standards within the context of the quality systems
- Support promotional events and undertake occasional evening and weekend duties as required
- Have an awareness of and cultural sensitivity to the needs of learners regardless of age; ethnic origin; gender; disability; sexual orientation and transgender
- Comply with Equal Opportunities policies and assistance in the development of equality of opportunity for all learners and staff within engineering Department and the College
- Comply with the Data Protection Act, Disability Discrimination Act and any other legislation which may be in force in the performance of duties of the post
- Undertake such other duties compatible with the post as may be required by the College Executive
- Health and safety – to be aware of own responsibilities and accountabilities in relation to the safety of students and others within the college environment to ensure that health and safety regulations are adhered to
- To also demonstrate this knowledge and understanding within any work setting environment to protect self and others
This description is not exhaustive. It is intended to give a general outline of the current duties and responsibilities and will be reviewed periodically with your line manager.
More training information
The role is linked to the Level 3 Engineering Technician Standard, with options to specialise in:
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Technical Support
The postholder will be released for training as part of the apprenticeship and will be expected to complete all components (on- and off-the-job) including end-point assessment.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade C/4 or above)
- Maths (grade C/4 or above)
- Science (grade C/4 or above)
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- Subject (grade C/4 or above)
- Subject (grade C/4 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 skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
Essential: •A keen interest in engineering and practical work •Willingness to learn and undertake training as part of an apprenticeship •Good communication and teamwork skills •Basic understanding of health and safety in workshop settings •Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision Desirable •Prior hands-on experience (school/college project work or work experience) in mechanical maintenance •Familiarity with tools, measuring instruments, or computer-based simulations in STEM subjects Competencies and Skills •Basic understanding of mechanical systems •Good analytical and problem-solving skills •Willingness to learn, take initiative, and apply feedback constructively •Ability to follow technical instructions, procedures, and safety protocols •Team player with good communication skills and a proactive approach •Reliable, punctual, and committed to personal development through the apprenticeship
About this employer
BMet is one of the largest training providers and further education colleges in the UK with over 15,000 learners across its sites in Birmingham which include James Watt College, Matthew Boulton College and Sutton Coldfield College. BMet provides a wide range of education and training opportunities for learners looking to advance their qualifications and career prospects as well as adults returning to learning to start a new career, secure promotion or start a new venture.
https://www.bmet.ac.uk/our-locations/james-watt/find-us/ (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
- On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into a permanent Technician role or further study (e.g., HNC/HND or L4 apprenticeship)
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BIRMINGHAM METROPOLITAN COLLEGE
BMet Recruitment Team
Recruitment@bmet.ac.uk
0121 362 1122
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000335360.
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Closes in 13 days (Monday 18 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
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