Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
HALE ENGINEERING CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED
Rochester (ME2 4DP)
Closes in 24 days (Sunday 31 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 6 August 2025
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Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as an apprentice. You will gain hands-on experience working on electrical panels, automation systems, and engineering installations while learning to maintain and improve equipment performance. This role offers full training, professional support, and a clear path toward a skilled engineering career.
- Wage
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£18,033.60 a year
- Training course
- Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday 8:00am-5:30pm with 1 hour lunch – 42.5 hours per week.
Working hours will be reduced to 40 if successful candidate is aged 16 or 17.
42 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Sunday 7 September 2025
- Duration
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4 years
- Positions available
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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
The apprentice will work alongside experienced engineers and be involved in various hands-on and technical tasks, such as:
- Assisting with the installation, testing, and maintenance of electrical panels and automated systems.
- Diagnosing faults and supporting in the repair and improvement of equipment and systems.
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and following engineering instructions.
- Keeping work areas organised and adhering to all health and safety procedures.
- Supporting routine inspections and documenting maintenance activities.
While our workshop is based in Rochester (ME2 4DP), a significant portion of the work our engineers do takes place at various customer sites. This means that the apprentice will often need to travel to different locations, and the job sites may vary from day to day. Therefore, having your own vehicle would be beneficial. If you do not have your own vehicle, then you will need to meet the supervising engineer at a designated point and travel together to the customers sites.
Where you'll work
Unit 7-8
Riverside Estate, Sir Thomas Longley Road, Medway City Estate
Rochester
ME2 4DP
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
Training schedule
Year 1 of the Level 3 Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard, the learner will attend four days a week within IPS Rochester workshop completing practical skills (Performing Engineering Operations) and one day a week studying the Technical Certificate.
In Year 2, the Apprentice moves to day-release and will attend IPS one day a week to continue the Technical Certificate.
Starting in Year 2 and continuing until completion in Year 4. The Apprentice will continue to receive regular training contact with IPS all throughout the programme.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Team working
- Practical Skills
- Willing to learn
- Basic Mechanical Principles
- Basic Electrical Principles
- Follow Instructions
- Motivated
- Reliable
- Responsible
- Time Management
- Respectful and Polite
- Professional
Other requirements
Any introductory course or basic knowledge in engineering, electrical, or mechanical subjects would be beneficial but is not essential. Enrolment onto your apprenticeship programme is subject to prior attainment checks, and your Personal Learning Record will be reviewed upon successful appointment. We are also obligated to follow the guidelines around eligibility, set out by the government apprenticeship funding rules. NB: Please include minimum qualifications (GCSE Maths and English grades) in your apprenticeship application. Tailor your application to the vacancy, dedicating 1-2 paragraphs for each question to demonstrate interest in the role and the company. **If you are unsuccessful, you will be automatically added to our Talentpool list where future vacancies will be sent to you. If you would like to opt out of this mailing list, please select unsubscribe in the email. *
About this employer
Hale Engineering is a UK-based consultancy specialising in industrial automation and electrical control systems. We design and build high-quality electrical panels and deliver tailored engineering solutions for various industries. We are committed to supporting young talent through our Apprentice Programme by offering hands-on experience, professional training, and a supportive environment to build a strong foundation for a career in engineering
https://hale-eng.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
If the apprentice uses their own vehicle, we will reimburse them for mileage when travelling to customer sites.
After this apprenticeship
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the candidate may be offered a full-time position as a qualified Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician. There will also be opportunities for further development, including advanced training, industry certifications, and progression within the company.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Mandy Rai
mandyrai@ips-international.com
01634298808
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000335559.
Apply now
Closes in 24 days (Sunday 31 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
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