Engineering Technician Apprentice
ALPHA MANUFACTURING HIXON LIMITED
Stafford (ST18 0PS)
Closes on Tuesday 31 March 2026
Posted on 12 January 2026
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Summary
Studying towards a Level 3 Engineering Technician qualification, students will gain experience and understanding of electro-mechanical principals: through work experience and theoretical knowledge. The apprentice will be carrying out a range of engineering operations. Jobs are offered to all of those who successfully complete this qualification.
- Wage
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£15,704 to £25,396.80, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:30.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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5
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 engineering technician apprenticeship covers a range of topics, including:
- Engineering principles
- Technical mathematics
- Computer-aided design (CAD)
- Mechanical and electrical engineering
- Apprentices will also learn about manufacturing processes, quality control, and maintenance, as well as health and safety regulations
Where you'll work
Church Lane
Hixon
Stafford
ST18 0PS
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
THE JCB ACADEMY
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
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Training schedule
Level 3 Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Level 3 Diploma in engineering technician (skills)
- Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in engineering technician (knowledge)
- Functional Skills in maths and English as required
- Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
- Training and training location to be confirmed
- To gain a general understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering principles through a combination of on the job training and classroom/workshop based training in conjunction with The JCB Academy
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Mathematics (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
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
About this employer
Alpha Manufacturing are a multi award-winning custom metal fabrication company. As a leading subcontract metal manufacturing company based in the UK, we've been serving a range of industries since 1989, offering sheet metal fabrication, metal design and integrated engineering services. Alpha Manufacturing, is part of the Hex Group, a family-owned manufacturing and engineering business based in Hixon, Staffordshire. For almost 40 years, our strategy has been about consistent, organic growth by continually advancing our engineering and manufacturing capability and supporting customers who share our commitment to excellence. In 2022, we became The HEX Group, a reflection of our group presence as six divisions. Operating in new and diversified markets, and with a strong balance sheet, our aim is to continuously invest in our people and processes. We are also committed to becoming a carbon-neutral business by 2037.
After this apprenticeship
Excellent prospects for progression within The Hex Group. Progression from Level 3 to Level 4 is a realistic ambition.
Many of our apprentices go on to further their careers in one of our businesses, and those with exceptionally high levels of drive and determination achieve a Level 4 qualification. We’ll even sponsor some of our graduate apprentices to complete a full degree.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE JCB ACADEMY
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000008126.
Apply now
Closes on Tuesday 31 March 2026