Improvement Practitioner Apprenticeship

Continuous improvement sits at the heart of how we work. As an Improvement Practitioner Apprentice, you’ll collaborate with experienced professionals to identify inefficiencies, streamline processes and put sustainable changes into action that enhance performance and value.

This exciting role involves applying Lean, Six Sigma and project management principles to analyse problems, map processes and deliver measurable results. You’ll gather and interpret data, use root cause analysis techniques, and take part in workshops that bring colleagues together to share ideas and develop new solutions.

Experience comes from variety. You’ll have the chance to work across different business areas - from production and planning to logistics and project support - building a clear picture of how each team contributes to our shared success. It’s a mix of analysis, collaboration and creativity that makes a real impact on how we operate.

Throughout the programme, support will come from mentors, line managers and our Early Careers team, helping you grow in confidence, develop technical capability and strengthen your professional judgement. 

By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll have a solid understanding of how data-driven decision-making supports operational excellence and continuous improvement across the business. 

Training:

As part of your apprenticeship, you’ll study for the Level 4 Improvement Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard through PMI (Process Management International).

Training is delivered through a blend of virtual learning and onsite sessions at Devonport, giving you the chance to apply theory directly to live business challenges. 

Training Outcome:

By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll be ready to take on roles such as Continuous Improvement Analyst, Operational Excellence Coordinator or Business Improvement Specialist.

Upon programme completion, you can expect to earn a competitive salary exceeding £36,000.

You may also have the opportunity to pursue further qualifications, including Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or higher-level apprenticeships, to continue your professional development and progression.

From there, your development doesn’t stop. Through the Babcock Role Framework, you’ll have a clear view of how your career can progress, with mapped-out pathways, development opportunities and the tools you need to get wherever you want to go. 

Employer Description:
Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets. We provide through-life technical and engineering support for our customers’ assets, delivering improvements in performance, availability and programme cost. Our c27,700 employees deliver these critical services to defence and civil customers, including engineering support to naval, land, air and nuclear operations, frontline support, specialist training and asset management. We also design and manufacture a range of defence and civil specialist equipment, from naval ship and weapons handling systems to liquid gas handling systems. We also provide integrated, technology-enabled solutions to our defence customers in areas such as secure communications, electronic warfare and air defence.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working