Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprentice

Choosing a career is a big deal, right?

There are different options to consider, questions to ask and maybe a few well-meaning suggestions thrown in too.

So, to help make your decision that bit easier, lets start with this question: Whats important to you?

We asked our current apprentices the same question and heres what they had to say:

• Using the latest tech
• Career progression with tailored support
• A qualification without the debt
• Working in an environment where youre recognised for your abilities

If some of these resonate with you, youre in the right place. As a Manufacturing Apprentice, youll learn new skills, gain experience and be creative whilst developing a new career in a purpose-built advanced manufacturing facility with amazing bespoke equipment and cutting-edge technology, producing products through the whole lifecycle. Youll develop your skills by experiencing a variety of placements across manufacturing and the wider business supported by a team of experienced placement supervisors.

Our team have a wide range of experience and theyre keen to share it with you as you progress your career with us.

Youll receive all the training, support and guidance youll need as you learn skills to enable you to help manufacture products and play an integral part in protecting national security. Youll learn on the job, whilst also receiving applicable training to develop your skills.

Joining the Manufacturing team, you'll have opportunity to work across multiple disciplines. You'll also gain knowledge of the wide range of machinery and processes that HMGCC has to manufacture products. Not only that but youll be helping to protect national security and go on to solve problems you wont find elsewhere.

About HMGCC

We are HMGCC, the engineering specialists at the heart of the UKs national security.

We work with the national security community, UK government, academia, private sector partners and international allies to bring engineering ingenuity to the national security mission, creating tools and technologies that drive us ahead and help to protect the nation.

We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the life - work balance many aspire to.

To find out more about us and if were right for you, please visit our website.

The Scheme

Over the course of your apprenticeship, youll split your time between a specialist training provider completing the knowledge and competence qualifications of the programme and on the job training at HMGCC. Youll also receive paid for membership with a professional organisation such as the Institute of Engineering and Technology.

Youll get involved in real projects from the beginning. Throughout the programme, youll undertake various supervised work placements and customer projects which will give you hands-on experience to back up the theoretical training.

On completion of the scheme, youll have a solid foundation to begin your career as a Manufacturing Engineering Technician with the opportunity to work across multiple disciplines. Your development doesnt end with the completion of your apprenticeship. Youll experience a career thats as varied and progressive as you want it to be.

More About You

You will have or be predicted to achieve by September 2027:

• 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4-5 or above including English Language, Maths and a Science, Technology or Engineering related subject;

AND EITHER:

• 2 A-Levels at Grade A*-C (preferably STEM subjects)

OR

• BTEC Level 3 Engineering BTEC with a minimum of 90 credits

Youll also have:

• An interest in how products are created, built, or put together.
• A desire to learn and expand your knowledge and skills.
• Experience of working as part of a team to complete a project or task.

Your Personal Skills

Youll be the type of person who is:

• Creative and curious in their style of thinking.
• Happy to listen to others and asks questions to ensure their understanding.
• Keen to share ideas and work as part of a team.
• Open minded and willing to try something new.
• Passionate to learn and develop their skills.
• Professional, honest and reliable.
• Interested in making a difference and takes pride in doing your best in challenging situations.