Level 3 Composites Manufacturing Apprentice - Loughborough - 2025 (Apprenticeship)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 19 Mehefin 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £9.37 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 18 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Loughborough , LE12 9EQ |
| Cwmni: | GetMyFirstJob Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Prentisiaeth |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 260018 |
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Work Pattern
Your contracted hours each week throughout your apprenticeship will be 37 hours Monday - Friday.
Location
This role is based at Parker Meggitt’s Loughborough/Shepshed site. It is recommended that you live within a commutable distance of this location.
Key Responsibilities
Composite Manufacturing: Support the production of aerospace components using composite materials.
Testing & Calibration: Assist with lab testing and machine calibration to ensure quality and accuracy.
Engineering Support: Apply general engineering skills and support process improvements.
System & Equipment Setup: Maintain systems and help set up tools and equipment for daily tasks.
Health & Safety: Follow all health and safety procedures while working on-site.
Technical Admin: Take notes in meetings and help track technical actions and updates.
Workshop Operations: Use workshop machinery and tools, following clear instructions.
Problem Solving: Help identify and resolve basic technical issues on the shop floor.
What's in it for you?
Pension scheme and generous life assurance.
Work laptop provided.
Access to health and wellbeing support.
Access to employee discounts.
Cycle to work scheme. Apprentice salaries increase annually with experience and are reviewed each September, depending on individual performance. Apprentices are also included in Parker Meggitt's bonus scheme, receiving a minimum of 2.5%, which may increase depending on overall company performance.
Who are Parker Meggitt?
Parker Meggitt is a global leader in providing advanced engineering solutions for the aerospace and high-tech industries. They work with aircraft and aeroengine manufacturers, bringing a century of experience and innovation to both commercial and military sectors.
By joining their team, you’ll contribute to their purpose of ‘Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.’ A career at Parker Meggitt offers boundless opportunities for professional and personal growth. You’ll work alongside some of the brightest minds in the world, help develop innovative technologies and products, and play a key role in solving the world’s most significant engineering challenges.
We reserve the right to close applications earlier than expected if we receive an exceptionally high volume of submissions. Parker Meggitt encourages interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Training
Alongside your day role, you will work to complete your apprenticeship with your external training provider, SMB College Group. This will give you the knowledge, training and external approval to do your job effectively.
You can find more information about the apprenticeship via this link: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0457-v1-4
Qualifications required
Qualifications
5 x GCSEs (or equivalent), grades A*-C / 9-5 in Mathematics and A*-C / 9-4 in English, Science, and two other subjects.
In order to apply, you must:
Not already hold a similar qualification to this programme.
Be at least 16 years old when the apprenticeship begins.
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have been a UK/EU/EAA resident for at least the past three years prior to starting the apprenticeship.
Have completed full-time education before the apprenticeship is due to start.
Skills required
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools commonly used in composite manufacturing, such as scissors, knives, and sanders.
Strong focus on precision and accuracy in tasks, ensuring high-quality outputs and adherence to specifications.
Ability to analyse issues that arise during the manufacturing process and develop effective solutions.
Understanding of health and safety regulations related to working with composite materials, including the handling of resins and curing agents.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information to team members and supervisors.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team, contributing positively to group efforts and supporting colleagues.
Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing technologies and processes in the composites manufacturing environment.
Prospects
What does the future look like?
Upon successful completion of the programme — and subject to performance — you may have the opportunity to move into a permanent role within the team or business area where you completed your apprenticeship.
Qualification / Standard : ST0457 Engineering technician
Duration 3.5 years
Your contracted hours each week throughout your apprenticeship will be 37 hours Monday - Friday.
Location
This role is based at Parker Meggitt’s Loughborough/Shepshed site. It is recommended that you live within a commutable distance of this location.
Key Responsibilities
Composite Manufacturing: Support the production of aerospace components using composite materials.
Testing & Calibration: Assist with lab testing and machine calibration to ensure quality and accuracy.
Engineering Support: Apply general engineering skills and support process improvements.
System & Equipment Setup: Maintain systems and help set up tools and equipment for daily tasks.
Health & Safety: Follow all health and safety procedures while working on-site.
Technical Admin: Take notes in meetings and help track technical actions and updates.
Workshop Operations: Use workshop machinery and tools, following clear instructions.
Problem Solving: Help identify and resolve basic technical issues on the shop floor.
What's in it for you?
Pension scheme and generous life assurance.
Work laptop provided.
Access to health and wellbeing support.
Access to employee discounts.
Cycle to work scheme. Apprentice salaries increase annually with experience and are reviewed each September, depending on individual performance. Apprentices are also included in Parker Meggitt's bonus scheme, receiving a minimum of 2.5%, which may increase depending on overall company performance.
Who are Parker Meggitt?
Parker Meggitt is a global leader in providing advanced engineering solutions for the aerospace and high-tech industries. They work with aircraft and aeroengine manufacturers, bringing a century of experience and innovation to both commercial and military sectors.
By joining their team, you’ll contribute to their purpose of ‘Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.’ A career at Parker Meggitt offers boundless opportunities for professional and personal growth. You’ll work alongside some of the brightest minds in the world, help develop innovative technologies and products, and play a key role in solving the world’s most significant engineering challenges.
We reserve the right to close applications earlier than expected if we receive an exceptionally high volume of submissions. Parker Meggitt encourages interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Training
Alongside your day role, you will work to complete your apprenticeship with your external training provider, SMB College Group. This will give you the knowledge, training and external approval to do your job effectively.
You can find more information about the apprenticeship via this link: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0457-v1-4
Qualifications required
Qualifications
5 x GCSEs (or equivalent), grades A*-C / 9-5 in Mathematics and A*-C / 9-4 in English, Science, and two other subjects.
In order to apply, you must:
Not already hold a similar qualification to this programme.
Be at least 16 years old when the apprenticeship begins.
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have been a UK/EU/EAA resident for at least the past three years prior to starting the apprenticeship.
Have completed full-time education before the apprenticeship is due to start.
Skills required
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools commonly used in composite manufacturing, such as scissors, knives, and sanders.
Strong focus on precision and accuracy in tasks, ensuring high-quality outputs and adherence to specifications.
Ability to analyse issues that arise during the manufacturing process and develop effective solutions.
Understanding of health and safety regulations related to working with composite materials, including the handling of resins and curing agents.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information to team members and supervisors.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team, contributing positively to group efforts and supporting colleagues.
Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing technologies and processes in the composites manufacturing environment.
Prospects
What does the future look like?
Upon successful completion of the programme — and subject to performance — you may have the opportunity to move into a permanent role within the team or business area where you completed your apprenticeship.
Qualification / Standard : ST0457 Engineering technician
Duration 3.5 years