Apprenticeship – Technical Level 3
Cummins Ltd
Huddersfield (HD1 6RA)
Closes in 19 days (Monday 2 March 2026)
Posted on 10 February 2026
Contents
Summary
During the apprenticeship you will work 5 days per week. During the first year, you will be full time in college at either Kirklees college or Appris education, subsequent years will be 4 days on site with 1 day at college working towards your additional HNC qualification.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)
- Hours
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During the first year, you will be full time in college at either Kirklees college or Appris education. You will work 5 days per week, subsequent years will be 4 days on site with 1 day at college working towards your additional HNC qualification.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- 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
We are looking for 5 apprentices to join our Technical function. Apprenticeships are available across 4 different roles. Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On-site. Please see the outlined below:
Maintenance - Mechatronics maintenance x1:
- Maintaining production equipment following a safe system of work
Identifying faults & errors & developing skills to overcome them. - Working on equipment breakdowns
- Understanding preventative/predictive maintenance programs
- Undertaking training in the assembling/disassembling of equipment
- Following documented procedures/policies to diagnose & complete repairs
UK Prototype Machinist x2:
- Manufacture of basic and complex components directly from engineering drawings with a problem-solving approach, using a range of manufacturing methods and equipment
- Creation and development of CNC programs and methods of manufacture
- Interpreting and understand complex engineering drawings and the application of geometrical tolerancing
- Creation and development of documented procedures while following best practice
- Obtaining an advanced understanding of various metrology methods and their respective impacts on manufacturing processes
- Engaging in and complying with HSE standards, policies, procedures, and regulations
UK Prototype assembler x1:
- Assisting in the assembly of components and sub‑assemblies across the full product range, following engineering drawings and guided instructions
- Learning to work with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and build documentation to support accurate and standardised assembly processes
- Assisting with basic machining‑related tasks, such as preparing parts for balancing or thermocoupling, under supervision
- Participating in continuous improvement activities and learning how process enhancements contribute to operational performance
- Gaining experience in operating assembly tools and equipment used within prototype build processes
- Building new skills in areas such as digital press operation, torque tooling, basic instrumentation, and measurement equipment
- Supporting the creation and updating of assembly process documentation for new or developing products
- Learning to identify common assembly faults and supporting corrective actions with guidance from experienced colleagues
Test technology – Mechatronics technician x1:
- Work closely with mechanical and electrical engineers to define requirements and contribute to test‑equipment designs, planning activities and integration of systems
- Carry out mechanical design, fabrication and assembly work using tools and processes suitable for pressurized gas and liquid systems
- Perform diagnostics, fault finding and corrective actions on equipment within a multi-discipline engineering environment
- Support ongoing operation of infrastructure systems including fuel, compressed air, cooling water, and the associated equipment (pumps, valves, heat exchangers)
- Procure parts and assemblies from recognised suppliers
- Maintain parts, materials, and equipment inventories
Why Cummins:
As an apprentice at Cummins, you will have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Our program is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience that prepares you for a successful career in the industry.
Where you'll work
St. Andrews Road
Huddersfield
HD1 6RA
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
KIRKLEES COLLEGE
Training course
Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Use information technology, for example to create documentation, communication and information management.
- Obtain, read and interpret task related documentation, such as work instructions, quality control documents, drawings, operation manuals, specifications and service manuals.
- Record information for example job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
- Conduct initial assessment of equipment that requires maintenance.
- Formulate plans setting out the methodology of the maintenance activity including timescales and resources.
- Select, prepare and use material, consumables, tools and equipment.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and organisational requirements applicable in the workplace. For example, COSHH, PUWER, LOLER, PPE and applying safe systems of work.
- Apply dynamic risk assessment, hazard identification and risk mitigation principles and techniques.
- Apply isolation principles and techniques to equipment undergoing maintenance, including dissipation of stored energies as required.
- Manufacture, repair and refurbish components using hand and machine tools.
- Restore the workplace on completion of the maintenance activity. Handover resources, consumables and equipment to process owner.
- Apply the techniques and processes used in reactive maintenance and repair activities on complex engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Produce, maintain, update, record and store documentation including electronic items such as PLC and robot programmes.
- Apply techniques and processes used in planned and preventative maintenance activities on engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Apply functional testing and checking techniques and processes after maintenance interventions, and handover to the operational team.
- Apply techniques and processes used in condition monitoring, non-destructive or sensory testing. Record findings and take necessary actions.
- Apply calculation techniques such as, feeds, speeds, tolerances, electrical calculations using Ohms law, power calculations and cable sizing calculations.
- Select, use and confirm calibration of electrical and mechanical testing and measuring equipment.
- Produce sketches or drawings to support maintenance activities.
- Communicate in writing. Prepare communications, documents and reports on technical matters.
- Segregate, separate and dispose of waste streams and by-products.
- Apply 4S or 5S principles of housekeeping to the work environment.
- Identify opportunities and make recommendations to improve operational performance.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Communicate with others verbally. Negotiate with colleagues or stakeholders. For example, to access equipment or arrange access to equipment.
- Follow equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
- Apply fault finding techniques used in reactive maintenance on complex integrated systems including half split, input output, six point technique, function or performance testing, unit or component substitution and equipment diagnostics.
- Use information technology, for example to create documentation, communication and information management.
- Obtain, read and interpret task related documentation, such as work instructions, quality control documents, drawings, operation manuals, specifications and service manuals.
- Record information for example job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
- Conduct initial assessment of equipment that requires maintenance.
- Formulate plans setting out the methodology of the maintenance activity including timescales and resources.
- Select, prepare and use material, consumables, tools and equipment.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and organisational requirements applicable in the workplace. For example, COSHH, PUWER, LOLER, PPE and applying safe systems of work.
- Apply dynamic risk assessment, hazard identification and risk mitigation principles and techniques.
- Apply isolation principles and techniques to equipment undergoing maintenance, including dissipation of stored energies as required.
- Manufacture, repair and refurbish components using hand and machine tools.
- Restore the workplace on completion of the maintenance activity. Handover resources, consumables and equipment to process owner.
- Apply the techniques and processes used in reactive maintenance and repair activities on complex engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Produce, maintain, update, record and store documentation including electronic items such as PLC and robot programmes.
- Apply techniques and processes used in planned and preventative maintenance activities on engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Apply functional testing and checking techniques and processes after maintenance interventions, and handover to the operational team.
- Apply techniques and processes used in condition monitoring, non-destructive or sensory testing. Record findings and take necessary actions.
- Apply calculation techniques such as, feeds, speeds, tolerances, electrical calculations using Ohms law, power calculations and cable sizing calculations.
- Select, use and confirm calibration of electrical and mechanical testing and measuring equipment.
- Produce sketches or drawings to support maintenance activities.
- Communicate in writing. Prepare communications, documents and reports on technical matters.
- Segregate, separate and dispose of waste streams and by-products.
- Apply 4S or 5S principles of housekeeping to the work environment.
- Identify opportunities and make recommendations to improve operational performance.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Communicate with others verbally. Negotiate with colleagues or stakeholders. For example, to access equipment or arrange access to equipment.
- Follow equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
- Apply fault finding techniques used in reactive maintenance on complex integrated systems including half split, input output, six point technique, function or performance testing, unit or component substitution and equipment diagnostics.
Training schedule
During the apprenticeship you will work 5 days per week. During the first year, you will be full time in college at either Kirklees college or Appris education, subsequent years will be 4 days on site with 1 day at college working towards your additional HNC qualification
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- 3 other subjects (grade 4/C or above)
- Maths & English (grade 5/B 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
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
Other requirements
We welcome you to submit a CV as part of your application, however we are also looking for some specific information as part of the recruitment process. Please provide a supplementary document to cover the criteria below.
- Please state from any of the subjects you have studied or are studying which interest you the most, and give a brief description of any projects of relevance or interest you have completed.
- Please tell us about your interests and hobbies, giving details of positions of responsibility, achievements and any public duties undertaken, indicating where you believe your hobbies have equipped you with additional skills that will enable you to succeed within this role.
- Please tell us why you are seeking an apprenticeship? Why are you interested in engineering and what are the key areas that interest you?
About this employer
Cummins Turbo Technologies is the only manufacturer focused solely on medium- to heavy-duty diesel engine turbo technologies. For more than 60 years, we have delivered innovative, reliable turbocharger solutions for our customers. Our vision for turbocharger solutions, thanks to our rich company heritage derived from our Holset® brand, sets us apart as a technology leader.
https://www.cummins.com/ (opens in new tab)
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
- Possibility of a potential permanent employment through open vacancies
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
KIRKLEES COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000014167.
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Closes in 19 days (Monday 2 March 2026)
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