Facilities Management Apprenticeship
AWE PLC
Berkshire (RG7 4PR)
Closes on Sunday 22 November 2026
Posted on 12 October 2026
Contents
Summary
We are looking for individuals to join our facilities management team, who work every day to maintain the safety, security, and wellbeing, of both our buildings, and teams who work in them. This team plays a key role in delivering our mission and ensuring we are compliant with government regulations.
- Wage
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£24,500 a year
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• A starting salary of £24,500 yearly, increasing to £26,000 in Year 2, with further annual salary increases throughout your apprenticeship, subject to satisfactory performance and achievement of apprenticeship milestones.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme- Generous paid holiday entitlement of 270 hours per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays, plus every other Friday off as part of AWE’s flexible working pattern.
- Training course
- Facilities manager (level 4)
- Hours
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9 day fortnight.
33 hrs on the short week, 8hrs 15 mins per day.
41 hrs on the long week, 8hrs 15 mins per day Monday to Thursday and Fridays 8hrs.
Please note hours may alter due to your offsite training establishment training times.
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Wednesday 1 September 2027
- Duration
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2 years
- Positions available
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3
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 individuals to join our facilities management team, who work every day to maintain the safety, security, and wellbeing, of both our buildings, and teams who work in them. This team plays a key role in delivering our mission and ensuring we are compliant with government regulations.
As an apprentice, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted aspects of workplace management such as managing welfare concerns, undertaking risk-based inspections, supporting emergency training exercises, managing, and authorising new works requests. Other aspects include working with project teams, reviewing and approving safe systems of work packs for breakdowns and maintenance, liaising with and supporting residential groups, and networking with customers.
Where you'll work
Atomic Weapons Establishment
Aldermaston
Reading
Berkshire
RG7 4PR
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
AWE PLC
Training course
Facilities manager (level 4)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Comply with and manage health and safety procedures in line with regulations, standards, and guidance.
- Develop and apply hazard and risk identification and risk management systems and culture.
- Comply with sector regulations and legislation.
- Develop and apply sustainable practices and developments.
- Apply and manage waste management strategies.
- Apply facilities project management techniques.
- Apply change management techniques.
- Apply business continuity planning techniques.
- Apply business operation considerations.
- Apply and manage standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Apply continuous improvement techniques. Make recommendations for improvement.
- Apply property and asset management techniques.
- Manage building maintenance activities, for example plans, site inspections or audits
- Apply techniques in the management of budgets within department financing and budget.
- Manage resource requirements.
- Apply quality assurance procedures and monitoring processes.
- Manage stakeholders. For example, contractors, consultants, suppliers, end users.
- Manage and comply with organisational objectives, requirements and value including Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key performance indicators (KPI’s).
- Analyse and report different types of data according to its qualities.
- Use feedback to improve the quality of the business products and services.
- Apply problem solving techniques, identifying issues. Propose solutions to problems.
- Monitor, manage and report organisational and sector information technology and digital systems. Comply with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and cyber security.
- Communicate verbally and in writing with others for example, colleagues, contractors and stakeholders.
- Apply policies and practices to support equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Plan and undertake Continued Professional Development (CPD) to meet personal and organisational development. Evaluate CPD outcomes against any plans made.
- Undertake research.
- Comply with and manage health and safety procedures in line with regulations, standards, and guidance.
- Develop and apply hazard and risk identification and risk management systems and culture.
- Comply with sector regulations and legislation.
- Develop and apply sustainable practices and developments.
- Apply and manage waste management strategies.
- Apply facilities project management techniques.
- Apply change management techniques.
- Apply business continuity planning techniques.
- Apply business operation considerations.
- Apply and manage standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Apply continuous improvement techniques. Make recommendations for improvement.
- Apply property and asset management techniques.
- Manage building maintenance activities, for example plans, site inspections or audits
- Apply techniques in the management of budgets within department financing and budget.
- Manage resource requirements.
- Apply quality assurance procedures and monitoring processes.
- Manage stakeholders. For example, contractors, consultants, suppliers, end users.
- Manage and comply with organisational objectives, requirements and value including Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key performance indicators (KPI’s).
- Analyse and report different types of data according to its qualities.
- Use feedback to improve the quality of the business products and services.
- Apply problem solving techniques, identifying issues. Propose solutions to problems.
- Monitor, manage and report organisational and sector information technology and digital systems. Comply with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and cyber security.
- Communicate verbally and in writing with others for example, colleagues, contractors and stakeholders.
- Apply policies and practices to support equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Plan and undertake Continued Professional Development (CPD) to meet personal and organisational development. Evaluate CPD outcomes against any plans made.
- Undertake research.
Training schedule
Please note the apprenticeship is 24 months followed by the End Point Assessment Process.
More training information
Due to the security requirements associated with this apprenticeship, applicants must be British Nationals and be aged 18 or over by 31st August 2027.
Please note that the training provider may not be AWE. We are currently seeking clarification and will confirm the position as appropriate.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Reliable and flexible
Other requirements
Start Date: 1st September 2027
Annual leave will not be granted from 1st September until 1st October due to mandatory inductions you are required to complete as part of your apprenticeship. Any leave approved after this point will depend on the training provider requirements for your apprenticeship and must be agreed in advance.
These roles are governed by Health and Safety at Work Regulations and require all candidates to have an Occupational Health pre-employment medical held at AWE which follows the initial selection process. All candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.
Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants.
If you choose to share information on your application form about support needs, learning differences, disabilities, health conditions or adjustments, we may contact you to understand how we can support you through the recruitment process. This information will only be used for this purpose and will be handled in line with GDPR.
Due to the security requirements associated with this apprenticeship, applicants must be British Nationals and be aged 18 or over by 31 August 2027.
About this employer
We’re a team of remarkable people, united by one extraordinary mission: keeping the UK safe and secure. The UK’s independent nuclear deterrent has existed for 75 years to deter the most extreme threats to our national security and way of life, helping to guarantee our safety, and that of our NATO allies.
Our work is critical. We’re delivering Astraea, the next warhead for the UK’s nuclear deterrent and pushing the boundaries of nuclear science and technology. But that’s just part of the story.
We support the UK government in a range of vital areas – from counterterrorism to global nuclear test monitoring to building a world-class community of experts in nuclear science. This is work that protects lives and strengthens national security.
At AWE, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll find purpose, growth, and a community like no other. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, this is your chance to learn from the best, develop your skills, and be part of something truly unique.
Be extraordinary at AWE.
http://www.awe.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
• Access to employee discounts portal - everyday savings on retail, hospitality and leisure
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
Alongside these benefits, you will learn from experienced specialists in their fields while contributing to work that supports national nuclear security, threat reduction and counter-terrorism
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
When you complete your apprenticeship, you could move into a Facilities Management role at AWE. You would use the knowledge and experience you have gained to help support our buildings, work with the people based in them, and contribute ideas that help improve how AWE operates.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
AWE PLC
earlycareers@awe.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000057870.
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Closes on Sunday 22 November 2026
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