Engineering Apprentice

This position is a four-year apprenticeship leading to a Maintenance and Operations Engineering Level 3 qualification. On-the-job practical training will also be provided. A Civil Aviation Authority approved training plan will also be followed that, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, will lead to becoming a fully qualified and licenced Air Traffic Safety Electronics Technician.

During the four-year programme, you will:

• Work under the direct supervision of the Air Traffic Engineering Team, working and being involved in the installation, repair and maintenance equipment.
• Achieve deadlines set through regular attendance and assessment, taking responsibility for own self-development and setting goals to obtain the required technical and related health and safety qualifications.
• Assist with routine departmental administrative tasks, and the control and documentation of spares and stock.
• Seek assistance from peers and managers when required.
• Be prepared to accept feedback about personal strengths and development needs in order to improve.
• Be dedicated to long term learning, displaying commitment and enthusiasm, maintaining flexibility and a positive outlook at all times.
• Actively seek knowledge about the airport environment in order to enhance learning.
• Gain an understanding of the role of the section and department, and to develop an appreciation of how the Engineering function fits into the business.
• Develop effective problem-solving skills and an ability to complete tasks using established systems.
• Be innovative, tackling problems or tasks from a different perspective.
• Participate in projects and working parties, and to carry out any other duties that may be outside the standard remit for the purpose of personal development.
• Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with current Health and Safety Regulations, to ensure the safety of yourself, other employees and the general public.

What will make you successful in the role?

• Good knowledge of Information Systems (IS).
• Practical and innovative methods to problem solving.
• Must be a team player, able to work successfully with others at all levels by demonstrating effective two-way communication skills with peers, managers and customers.
• Able to demonstrate focus, concentration and care required in a safety critical aviation environment.
• 5 GCSEs grades A*-C/9-4 (including English, Maths and Science/Physics).
• Must live in England and have the right to work in the UK (Government funding requirement).
• Must be able to travel to Nottingham College and East Midlands Airport.
• Must be able to work shift work and travel to and from the airport outside normal working hours.
• The role will be day working for the first two years. This will change to shift working in years three and four.