Advanced Calibration Apprenticeship

GKN AEROSPACE SERVICES LIMITED

Isle Of Wight, PO32 6RA

Closes on Wednesday 12 February

Posted on 10 December 2024

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Summary

An exciting opportunity for an Advanced Calibration Apprentice has become available at our world-class aerospace manufacturing facility in East Cowes, on the Isle of Wight. Working with a wide range of measurement equipment and processes, our four-year programme will provide you with the development and training that you need to start your career.

Annual wage
Competitive

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Competitive salary, increasing each year.

Training course
Metrology technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, shifts TBC.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Wednesday 3 September

Duration

4 years

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

  • You will do a mixture of both classroom and on-the-job training
  • You will be involved in using and calibrating equipment for taking measurements, in order to keep our operational areas compliant to both customer and regulatory requirements
  • You will be working in conjunction with the Level 3 Metrology Technician Apprenticeship Standard.

Where you’ll work

Ferry Road

East Cowes

Isle Of Wight

PO32 6RA

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

Your training course

Metrology technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Identify measurement needs and make informed decisions about the measurement process and timescales required, including selection of; tools, equipment, instrumentation and software programs. 
  • Access and interpret information and documentation to support the measurement process including; data, manuals, specifications, catalogues, calibration certificates and computer-generated information.
  • Prepare the work environment and perform tests and checks on measurement tools, equipment, instrumentation and software programs and determine suitability for use.
  • Take action when non-conforming tools, equipment, instrumentation, materials and software programs have been identified.
  • Plan and perform measurement tasks to ensure verifiable results, using measurement tools, equipment, instrumentation and software programs, following specified procedures and methodologies. 
  • Retrieve, analyse, interpret, validate and record measurement results and data in line with specifications. 
  • Contribute to the production of records, reports and other measurement documentation. 
  • Communicate relevant and specific information through various channels to meet customer requirements. 
  • Comply with statutory regulations, national and international standards, industry and organisational procedures and requirements relating to codes of conduct when carrying out measurement tasks. 
  • Comply with relevant Health and Safety legislation, regulation, standards, industry and organisational policies and procedures and requirements relating to safe working practices. 
  • Comply with policies and procedures relating to the preparation, storage, standards, control and handling of samples, tools, equipment, instrumentation and software programs. 

Your training plan

You will work towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Apprenticeship certificate in Metrology Technician.

This standard meets the requirements of Registered Engineering Technician (EngTech) and Registered Science Technician (RSciTech). The apprentice will be eligible for registration of EngTech and/or RSciTech on completion of the Apprenticeship. Upon receipt of the apprenticeship certificate, individuals are eligible to apply for RSciTech through a shortened application route.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade Grade 4 and above)
  • Maths (grade Grade 5 and above)
  • Science (grade Grade 4 and above)
  • two further subjects (grade Grade 4 and above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Other requirements

PLEASE ALSO NOTE the position requires UK National Security Vetting (UKNSV) Security clearance (SC) due to the nature and responsibilities of the work carried out. In order for us to obtain an SC you usually need to have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years to current date (but we do assess each case individually)

About this company

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 38 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Together as “one GKN” we’re moving our business and industry forward developing technologies that rapidly decarbonise aircraft, and innovating to help build a new generation of planes that produce zero emissions.

https://www.gknaerospace.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Benefits include company pension, sickness benefits, workwear and PPE provided and local and national discounts (including ferries)

After this apprenticeship

On completion of your apprenticeship, you are likely to move into the following career discipline:

  • Calibration Engineer (Mechanical) - To support the company’s business by the calibration and maintenance of Cowes site mechanical test equipment within scheduled timescales and quality standards.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

cowes.apprentices@gknaerospace.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000290709.

Apply now

Closes on Wednesday 12 February

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Company’s application instructions

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