Technical Apprentice in Waterbeach

It's an exciting time to join the Sepura team as we launch our Apprenticeship scheme with roles due to commence in September 2026. Upon application, you must provide a detailed cover letter and CV. Your application will not be considered without this information.

Sepura is a technology company headquartered in the UK that specialises in designing cutting-edge digital radios and communication solutions. Our devices are trusted by emergency services and other critical industries such as Police Officers, Firefighters, Ambulance teams, as well as workers in industries such as mining, transport, utilities and oil & gas. At Sepura, we’re committed to keeping people connected reliably and securely—even in the most challenging or hazardous environments.

All our radios are designed and built at our Headquarters in Waterbeach, Cambridge, and distributed to organisations in over 100 countries. This global reach ensures that communication is clearer, safer, and more dependable when it matters most. Our products and solutions make a real difference, saving lives every day by enabling teams to stay in touch during critical moments. We also invest significantly in research and development, continuously exploring and developing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

As an apprentice at Sepura, you’ll gain invaluable practical experience and training, working side by side with experienced colleagues who will support you as you learn on the job. Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll have clear objectives to help guide your progress, and you’ll also be studying towards a Level 4 qualification in Engineering Manufacturing at Cambridge Regional College.

For the first 12 to 18 months of your apprenticeship, depending on your placement, you will spend time rotating through a number of key departments across the company (such as Quality, Test & Integration, Mechanical Verification, Customer Support and Product Management) before finding your niche and where you want to specialise. Your learning journey won’t stop at hands-on experience. You’ll also benefit from dedicated training on essential skills such as Presentation Skills, Resilience, Effective Communication, and Project Management. To add to this, you’ll have the chance to attend an Outward-Bound course in the beautiful Lake District—a memorable experience that will help you build confidence and strong connections with your peers.

Support is a foundation of the apprenticeship at Sepura. Departmental managers, your team, and your fellow apprentices will all be there to encourage you, and you’ll have access to both social and pastoral support throughout your journey. Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship you will be offered an appropriate role and there’s even the possibility of support for further studies to help you continue developing your career.

Successful candidates will be expected to attend an apprentice assessment day at Sepura HQ. Dates will be emailed to successful candidates once applications have been reviewed.

Day to Day: Your role will be varied and depending on which department you are working in you may be learning about:

• Mechanical testing, where you'll gain insight into mechanical test systems and instrumentation
• Quality management and internal auditing, helping you understand how we maintain high standards and continuously improve our processes
• Working in a Customer Support team and in a Development environment
• Product Management, which will broaden your understanding of how products are developed and managed throughout their lifecycle.

Along the way, you’ll be building professional relationships with both colleagues and clients, which is key to thriving in our environment.

What you need to succeed:

Qualifications required: 5 GCSE's including English Language and Maths (grade 4 or above)

Experience and Skills needed:

• Strong communication abilities and a talent for working collaboratively within a team
• Attention to detail, time keeping and organisation skills
• The ability to work to a high standard with and without direct supervision
• Enthusiasm and resilience are key attributes, as they help you stay motivated and overcome any challenges in a dynamic environment.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Flexible working hours
• Pension, dental care and healthcare
• Discounted gym membership
• Subsidised on site restaurant
• Free car parking on site and electric car charging points
• Free bus service from Cambridge North station to Cambridge Research Park
• Social events and activities