Engineering Apprentice

Rapiscan Systems

Stoke-On-Trent (ST8 7PL)

Closes in 17 days (Sunday 31 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 14 August 2025

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Summary

The successful candidate will learn and understand the skills and processes required to enable them to successfully install and support various electrical systems for Cargo and Vehicle Inspection Solutions. Positions available: 2x - Electrical Apprentice 1x - Mechanical Apprentice.

Wage

£16,000 a year

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Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

3

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

As part of the programme, you will rotate through other departments such as engineering, health safety & facilities and commissioning to further enhance your experience and understanding within these business areas. Successful completion of the course and suitable performance throughout the apprenticeship will lead to a permanent position being offered.

  • To follow instructions both written and verbal in order to learn and understand the basic skills and processes required in electrical installation activities
  • Attend college on a day-release scheme in order to achieve the necessary job related academic qualifications to support the in-company activities and skill sets
  • Learn how to read and interpret electrical engineering design drawings in order to carry out the installation, testing and commissioning of electrical components and sub-systems
  • Learn how to operate in a manner which does not endanger both the job holder and the personnel around him/her (Health & Safety at work)
  • Work from ladders & platforms to install, modify or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures
  • Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
  • Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
  • It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem
  • Work in accordance with our ISO standards to ensure quality and compliance
  • Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business

Where you'll work

Unit 17
Prospect Way, Knypersley
Stoke-On-Trent
ST8 7PL

Training

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

Training provider

NEWCASTLE AND STAFFORD COLLEGES GROUP

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

20% off the job training - Newcastle College (ST5 2GB)

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)
  • Science (grade 4)

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
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this employer

Rapiscan Systems is an industry leader in detection technology, providing cargo and vehicle inspection systems and services for ports, borders, military, high-threat facilities, and checkpoints to help customers combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. We offer a broad array of scanning system configurations that leverage low-, medium-, and high-energy X-ray technology—or multiple X-ray technologies—to address each customer’s unique security application requirements. Our commitment to excellence in imaging performance, innovative design, and uncompromising quality ensures our solutions consistently deliver best-in-class imaging, high reliability, and operator satisfaction, to help customers find threats and contraband with ease and confidence.

https://www.rapiscansystems.com/en/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Could lead to a permanent position for the right person

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NEWCASTLE AND STAFFORD COLLEGES GROUP

The Apprenticeship Hub

apprenticeships@nscg.ac.uk

01782 254287

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000337309.

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Closes in 17 days (Sunday 31 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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