L3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Apprenticeship

TESLA ENGINEERING LIMITED

West Sussex (RH20 3EA)

Closes in 13 days (Monday 1 September 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 4 August 2025

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Summary

This role is for a dedicated and motivated Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Apprentice assisting with the setup, operation, and maintenance of machinery whilst studying for an Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship. A superb opportunity to gain valuable skills in engineering and manufacturing support.

Wage

£20,000 a year

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Annual

Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 6 October 2025

Duration

3 years 3 months

Positions available

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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 an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering and manufacturing environment, supporting the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of machinery and equipment. Under the guidance of experienced engineers and technicians, you will develop the technical skills necessary to contribute to the efficient production of high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist engineers and senior technicians in the installation, calibration, and maintenance of production equipment and machinery. -Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software issues, ensuring minimal disruption to the manufacturing process.
  • Support the routine inspection and testing of equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance.
  • Monitor and adjust machinery settings as needed to maintain production efficiency and quality.
  • Support day-to-day operations in the production area by assisting in machine setup, material handling, and workflow optimisation.
  • Learn to interpret technical drawings.

Where you'll work

Water Lane Industrial Estate
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Storrington
West Sussex
RH20 3EA

Training

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

Training provider

CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

Training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

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Training schedule

Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship. On the job training and mentoring with experienced colleagues.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • Maths (grade 9-4)
  • English (grade 9-4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • A problem-solving attitude
  • Attention to detail
  • Dexterity to operate tools
  • Reliability
  • Punctuality
  • Willingness to learn
  • Thirst for knowledge
  • Team Player
  • Collaborative nature
  • Technically minded
  • Quick to learn
  • Adaptable
  • Interested in engineering
  • Basic systems knowledge
  • Works effectively
  • Good communication
  • Proactive Attitude
  • Adept at learning new skills

Other requirements

This is a 39-month apprenticeship and applicants MUST BE free from full time education to be eligible to apply for it and have the minimum qualification level to apply for it Applicants MUST BE resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to the start of learning and have work authorisation for the UK. Applicants WILL NOT BE eligible to apply if they have already achieved a qualification which is equal to or higher than the apprenticeship standard on offer. Applicants MUST BE resident in the area local to the apprenticeship opportunity or be prepared to relocate in time to start employment and study. Applicants MUST BE committed to the learning and stay to the end of the apprenticeship. Work will be onsite at the company’s premises in Storrington with one day per week at college at Chichester campus. Please note that public transport to the company address is limited so make sure you can travel to Storrington and Worthing. Please note that shortlisted applicants will only be contacted for interview once.

About this employer

Tesla Engineering Limited in the UK consists of a Magnet Division and a Gradient Division and is dedicated to the design, manufacture and support of resistive and superconducting electromagnets, gradient coils, composite materials, generator coils, motors and consultancy to the science, medicine and industrial markets.

After this apprenticeship

This training path provides a solid foundation for a career in a engineering, supporting customers in many industries, including the medical and nuclear industries.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000335168.

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Closes in 13 days (Monday 1 September 2025 at 11:59pm)

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