Mechanical Manufacturing Apprenticeship

Immerse yourself in the world of mechanical manufacturing with project-based learning and real-world experience at Babcock. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to work across diverse environments, gaining specialised knowledge and expertise within the nuclear sector.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

Working on a range of manufacturing, assembly, and testing activities with specialist mechanical equipment unique to the nuclear industry.  Building confidence and skill with both hand and machine tools through practical training. Completing tasks at our Whetstone facility, with occasional placements at customer sites to broaden your industry experience.

 

From mastering precision tools to fitting and testing components, each day will offer new learning experiences.  By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll have developed a diverse skill set and established a strong foundation for a successful career in mechanical manufacturing.

Training:

Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll engage in a balanced mix of practical and theoretical training. 

This combination of hands-on experience and foundational engineering knowledge will support your progress toward achieving the Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship standard, which includes an NVQ Level 3 certification through Loughborough College.

Training Outcome:

Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you will move into a substantive position within the business. 

Employer Description:
Babcock is an international defence, aerospace and security company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France and South Africa, with exports to additional markets with potential to become focus countries. We meet our customers’ key requirements of affordability, availability, and capability by delivering engineering, support and critical systems to defence and civil markets.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, shifts TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working