At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn essential skills in surface finishing and mechanical fitting for live aircraft projects.
- Company: Join a leading aerospace company with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Benefits: Gain valuable qualifications, hands-on experience, and access to a supportive network.
- Other info: 36-month apprenticeship with structured learning at Rhyl College and Airbus Broughton.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in aerospace with real-world experience and professional growth.
- Qualifications: Passion for learning, teamwork, and problem-solving; minimum 5 GCSEs required.
The predicted salary is between 37584 - 45936 £ per year.
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As a Craft Surface Finish Fitting apprentice you’ll immerse yourself for the first 12 months of the programme learning the foundational skills required in the preparation and application of surface finishes. While completing your academic studies, the course will also cover an element of mechanical fitting activities.
This programme is designed to equip you with valuable qualifications and competencies to work directly on live aircraft. You'll also benefit from our Gen A support network and learning HUB, providing additional support, events, and opportunities for all early career participants.
This 36-month apprenticeship is structured to maximise your learning and impact:
- Year One: You will spend the first 12 months of your apprenticeship based at Rhyl College, working towards obtaining:
- NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations;
- Level 2 Academic Qualification
- Level 2 Essential Skills
- Year 2 and 3: Your Learning Takes Flight at Broughton! Building on your foundational knowledge, you'll join our world-class team at the Airbus Broughton site in North Wales. Here, you'll apply your skills directly to live aircraft projects and assist in the preparation and painting of the wings for our Single Aisle and Wide body families. Your varied tasks will require a range of technical skills.
You’ll continue your academic studies on day release, working towards:
- Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering)
- Level 3 Academic Certificate
To be a successful candidate you need to:
- Have a passion for learning, enjoy hands‑on, teamwork and problem solving activities
- Include your CV stating your predicted or achieved grades in your application;
- Include your Cover Letter stating your motivation for this role in your application.
Requirements: To be eligible, you must achieve a minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grade C or 4), including: Maths, English Language, Double Award Science (Grade CC/ 44) OR Single award in Physics (C/4) plus 2 additional GCSEs (other equivalent or higher qualifications may be considered).
Important Information: GRADES: Please note: Any offer will be conditional upon us receiving evidence of your required grades by August 31, 2027, in addition to completing all pre-employment checks and online forms.
First 12 months in Rhyl College / Year 2 and 3 - Broughton
Craft Apprenticeship - Surface Finish Fitter - NVQ Level 2 in Rhyl employer: Gllm
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