CBS Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

CENTRICA PLC

Salford (M50 1RF)

Closes in 9 days (Thursday 10 September 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 1 September 2026

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Summary

To develop into a competent Mechanical engineering technician by combining structured academic learning with supervised, practical experience across the design, installation, testing, commissioning, operation and maintenance of mechanical systems used in CBS distributed energy and decarbonisation projects.

Wage

£26,228 a year

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Training course
Engineering maintenance technician - dual discipline (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 21 September 2026

Duration

4 years

Positions available

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

  • Complete the agreed apprenticeship programme, off-the-job learning, assessments, portfolio and end-point assessment requirements within the planned timescales
  • Work under appropriate supervision and within personal competence, escalating uncertainty, hazards, technical concerns and design changes promptly
  • Support the preparation and checking of mechanical engineering information, including calculations, equipment schedules, layouts, schematics, specifications, scopes of work and technical submissions
  • Assist with the selection and application of mechanical equipment for systems such as CHP, heat pumps, heating and cooling networks, gas systems, pumps, pipework, heat exchangers, ventilation and associated balance-of-plant
  • Gain practical experience of fluid systems, heat transfer, pressure systems, materials, valves, supports, insulation, maintenance access and equipment interfaces, as relevant to assigned projects
  • Support site surveys, installation inspections, pressure and integrity testing, commissioning, fault finding, maintenance and the capture of accurate as-built information
  • Use engineering software, document-control systems and standard CBS templates accurately, maintaining clear records and traceability
  • Participate in design reviews, project meetings, lessons learned and continuous-improvement activities, contributing constructively and completing agreed actions
  • Apply CBS safety expectations, mechanical safe-working principles, risk controls, site rules, permit requirements and environmental responsibilities at all times
  • Build effective working relationships with colleagues, customers, suppliers, subcontractors and the training provider, representing CBS professionally
  • Engineering, Project Management, Construction, Commissioning, Operations & Maintenance, SHEQ, Commercial and Procurement teams; clients, suppliers, subcontractors and the appointed training provider

Where you'll work

Centrica Business Solutions
Centenary Way
Salford
M50 1RF

Training

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

Training provider

THE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP

Training course

Engineering maintenance technician - dual discipline (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Review and use information. For example, work instructions, drawings, design specifications, and plant configurations.
  • Use planning, prioritising, organising, and time management techniques to plan tasks.
  • Identify and organise resources to complete tasks. For example, consumables.
  • Respond and adapt to work demands. For example, adapt working methods to reflect changes in working environment, re-prioritise workloads to react to breakdowns and fault scenarios.
  • Identify equipment to work on. Check plant configuration is as defined.
  • Prepare the work area for maintenance tasks.
  • Identify environmental and health and safety hazards and risks and apply control measures.
  • Apply health, safety, and environmental procedures in compliance with regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, signage and barriers, working at height, confined spaces, and COSHH.
  • Follow security procedures. For example, site access, document classification, and securing assets.
  • Follow emergency incident and response procedures.
  • Apply sustainability principles. For example, minimising waste.
  • Segregate items for reuse, recycling, and waste.
  • Use mathematical principles and formulae to support engineering maintenance.
  • Apply engineering maintenance standards and procedures.
  • Apply foreign material exclusion procedures.
  • Follow maintenance tools and equipment control procedures. For example, handling and storage.
  • Reinstate the work area.
  • Apply team working principles.
  • Communicate with others to give and receive information. For example, colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.
  • Escalate issues outside limits of responsibility.
  • Record information.
  • Produce or amend documents. For example, handover notes and reports.
  • Identify and highlight issues (red pen), with technical drawings.
  • Use digital and information technology. For example, databases, data sharing platforms, email, management information systems, and word processing. Follow cyber security and GDPR requirements.
  • Apply continuous improvement techniques to identify improvement suggestions.
  • Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Confirm safe electrical isolation lockout tagout method has been applied and test for dead.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Select, check, and use electrical maintenance tools, measurement, and test equipment. Select, check, and use control and instrumentation maintenance tools, measurement, and test equipment.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Use electrical diagnostic equipment and apply fault finding and rectification techniques. Use control and instrumentation diagnostic equipment and apply fault finding and rectification techniques.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Apply problem solving and critical reasoning techniques.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Inspect and test electrical aspects of plant. For example, visual checks, insulation and continuity checks, thermographic surveys, and voltage levels.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Remove and replace electrical parts.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Prepare and terminate electrical cables.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Set up and adjust electrical aspects of plant.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Clean parts. For example, removal of dust and debris.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Conduct and confirm electrical and connected services isolation and deisolation.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Conduct functional testing.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Inspect and test control and instrumentation systems.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Check calibration and make adjustments.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Check loop function.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Set up and adjust control and instrumentation systems.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Remove and replace instruments and sensors.
  • Electrical and control and instrumentation. Re-connect instrumentation power supply, cables, pipework, and services.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Confirm safe electrical isolation lockout tagout method has been applied and test for dead.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Conduct and confirm electrical and connected services isolation and deisolation.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Select, check, and use electrical and mechanical maintenance tools, measurement, and test equipment.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Use electrical and mechanical diagnostic equipment and apply fault finding and rectification techniques.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Apply problem solving and critical reasoning techniques.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Inspect and test electrical aspects of plant. For example, visual checks, insulation and continuity checks, thermographic surveys, and voltage levels.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Remove and replace electrical parts.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Prepare and terminate electrical cables.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Set up, align, and adjust electrical aspects of plant.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Clean parts. For example, removal of dust and debris.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Conduct functional testing.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Check condition and operation of mechanical aspects of plant and equipment. For example, pumps.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Remove and replace mechanical parts.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Examine mechanical parts for defects. For example, pump seals.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Set up, align, and adjust mechanical aspects of plant.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Lubricate mechanical assemblies.
  • Electrical and mechanical. Apply bench fitting techniques.
  • Review and use information. For example, work instructions, drawings, design specifications, and plant configurations.
  • Use planning, prioritising, organising, and time management techniques to plan tasks.
  • Identify and organise resources to complete tasks. For example, consumables.
  • Respond and adapt to work demands. For example, adapt working methods to reflect changes in working environment, re-prioritise workloads to react to breakdowns and fault scenarios.
  • Identify equipment to work on. Check plant configuration is as defined.
  • Prepare the work area for maintenance tasks.
  • Identify environmental and health and safety hazards and risks and apply control measures.
  • Apply health, safety, and environmental procedures in compliance with regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, signage and barriers, working at height, confined spaces, and COSHH.
  • Follow security procedures. For example, site access, document classification, and securing assets.
  • Follow emergency incident and response procedures.
  • Apply sustainability principles. For example, minimising waste.
  • Segregate items for reuse, recycling, and waste.
  • Use mathematical principles and formulae to support engineering maintenance.
  • Apply engineering maintenance standards and procedures.
  • Apply foreign material exclusion procedures.
  • Follow maintenance tools and equipment control procedures. For example, handling and storage.
  • Reinstate the work area.
  • Apply team working principles.
  • Communicate with others to give and receive information. For example, colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.
  • Escalate issues outside limits of responsibility.
  • Record information.
  • Produce or amend documents. For example, handover notes and reports.
  • Identify and highlight issues (red pen), with technical drawings.
  • Use digital and information technology. For example, databases, data sharing platforms, email, management information systems, and word processing. Follow cyber security and GDPR requirements.
  • Apply continuous improvement techniques to identify improvement suggestions.
  • Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.

Training schedule

Engineering Maintenance Technician - dual discipline Level 3.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

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

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Science (grade 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
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Physical fitness
  • Awareness of Health and Safety

Other requirements

  • A GCSE in science or a technical subject is desirable
  • Entry requirements remain subject to the appointed apprenticeship standard, training-provider criteria and eligibility rules
  • A full UK driving licence is desirable, or a commitment to obtain one when eligible
  • The role is a physical role and will require a level of fitness
  • A full background check will need to be conducted as part of the onboarding process

About this employer

At Centrica we live by our Purpose – ‘energising a greener, fairer future’ – because we believe in energy that works for colleagues, customers and communities, today and into the future. It’s why we exist. Delivering the energy needed today and the energy security, efficiency and decarbonisation solutions of the future.

When it comes to energy we make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it.

As we look to the future, Centrica has a crucial role in the energy transition, we’ve committed to investing £4bn by 2028 in renewable generation, security of supply, and our customers.

In doing so, we can add value for customers, colleagues, communities and shareholders alike.

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After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

This is a pipeline role with a view to roll off onto an enduring role within the CBS business.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP

The Trafford and Stockport College Group

apprenticeships@tscg.ac.uk

01618867461

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000050491.

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Closes in 9 days (Thursday 10 September 2026 at 11:59pm)