Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship

GKN AEROSPACE SERVICES LIMITED

Bristol (BS34 9AU)

Closes in 13 days (Friday 21 November 2025)

Posted on 7 November 2025

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Summary

Looking for a hands-on role where you get to build, create, and be part of something awesome? This is your chance! You’ll join a team that works on real aircraft parts, tests cool systems, and uses powerful tools and tech. This is a 3 year apprenticeship opportunity starting in February 2026. Applications close November 12th at 11:59!

• Wage:

  £14,591 a year

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  A starting Salary of £14,591 4 day working week! 25 days of holiday (plus bank holidays!) to recharge and relax

• Training course: Engineering operative (level 2)
• Hours: Monday - Thursday, 07:00 - 16:00

  35 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 2 February 2026

• Duration:

  3 years

• Positions available:

  20

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

You’ll pick up skills that really matter, like working with machines, managing your time, solving problems, and teaming up with others. This is exciting, practical, and open to everyone!

If you like figuring things out, working with friends, and making things happen, this is the perfect launch pad for your future.

• Willingness to Learn - You're open to new ideas, ready to take on feedback, and always looking to grow. You don’t need to know everything now - just be ready to learn and improve every step of the way
• Positive Attitude - You bring energy, enthusiasm, and a ‘can-do’ mind set to whatever you’re working on. Even when things get challenging, you stay focused and keep pushing forward
• Curiosity - You like to ask questions, explore how things work, and understand the bigger picture. You’re interested in the details and eager to find out more

You’ll be part of a squad that’s got your back from day one – with awesome people ready to support you, guide you, and celebrate your wins. We’re all about creating a friendly, inclusive space where everyone can learn, grow, and smash their goals.
What We'll Offer:

Programme Structure:

Year 1 – Building your foundations
Your first year is all about setting you up for success. You’ll kick things off with the Engineering and Manufacturing Foundation Apprenticeship, where you’ll build up the key skills, knowledge, and confidence you need. It’s the perfect mix of classroom learning, support, and real hands-on practice - so you’ll be learning, trying things out, and growing every step of the way

Year 2 - Exploring and growing:

In your second year, you’ll get to try out different areas of the business – from supporting manufacturing within our Integrated Machine Facility to gaining experience in Systems, Assembly and Treatments. You’ll be working on real projects, learning new skills, and figuring out what you enjoy most. Alongside this, you’ll be working towards your Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship. With regular mentor check-ins and ongoing college studies, you’ll be building up a portfolio of work that shows just how far you’ve come.

Year 3 - Specialising and achieving:

Your final year is where everything comes together. You’ll settle into a final placement in the workplace, develop your specialist skills, and get ready for your end-point assessment. By the end, you’ll not only complete your apprenticeship - you’ll be set up with the skills and experience to launch your career.

Where you'll work

GKN Aerospace Filton
Golf Course Lane
Bristol
BS34 9AU

Training

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

Training provider

WESTON COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

• The Apprenticeship delivery will be based in Filton, Bristol
• You will be supported throughout your apprenticeship through an assessor and mentors based at GKN

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 3/D+)
• Maths (grade 3/D+)

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
• Problem solving skills
• Punctual
• Motivated
• Determined
• Persistent

Other requirements

You must be able to commute to Filton.

About this employer

GKN Aerospace is a leading global tier one supplier of airframe and engine structures, landing gear, electrical interconnection systems, transparencies, and aftermarket services. It supplies products and services to a wide range of commercial and military aircraft and engine prime contractors, and other tier one suppliers. Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work. We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know. We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​

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

Company benefits

A top-tier pension scheme - we boost your savings for the future Life assurance and income protection, because your wellbeing matters. Access to a 24/7 support programme if you ever need to talk. Virtual GP appointments for you and your close family.

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

• At GKN there are endless opportunities to progress

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WESTON COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION

Erin Allsworth

erin.allsworth@weston.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000350101.

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Closes in 13 days (Friday 21 November 2025)

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