Surface Finishing Apprentice (Level3)

Summary

Applying coatings to precision components, responsible for the quality/accuracy of work, ensuring it meets specification under the supervision of a mentor sharing their knowledge. This will give a solid foundation/understanding of the industry. Develop relationships across our business. Transform components into something tangible to sell.

Wage

£16,224 a year

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Weekly pay, 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, company pension, company benefits package

Training course

Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:30

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 15 September 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Set up, check AND adjust the equipment for use in the safe and reliable finishing of metal products or components and maintaining the equipment in a reliable and safe condition throughout
Alter the products using various coating methods in line with customer technical drawings, CAD, patterns and templates meeting the required specification and quality requirements
Carry out performance testing and quality assurance activities for full compliance to specifications
Identify paint defects and take corrective action with a focus on quality and problem solving
Follow instructions and guidance, demonstrate attention to detail, follow a logical approach to problem solving and seek opportunities to improve quality, speed and efficiency

Where you’ll work

Unit 5A-5C Ashchurch Business Centre
Tewkesbury
GL20 8NB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

GLOUCESTERSHIRE ENGINEERING TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
Follow standard operating procedures.
Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
Apply continuous improvement techniques.
Apply team working principles.
Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
Carry out and record learning and development activities.
Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
Follow health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, segregation of resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
Comply with engineering standards and regulations. For example, British Standards (BS), International Organisation for Standardisation standards (ISO). European Norm (EN).
Analyse engineering and manufacturing data and information to support technical outputs. For example, read and interpret text, data, engineering drawings, work instructions, method statements, operation manuals.
Apply scientific, technical or engineering principles.
Apply problem solving techniques to solutions for identified technical problems.
Organise, plan and prioritise workflow and scheduling of work with stakeholders.
Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks, considering cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact.
Produce job specific technical outputs. For example, engineering drawings, quality control management, computer control programming, business improvement, adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisals and specifications.
Provide support and guidance for handover of work to stakeholders. For example, checklists, product or process status, access to supporting documents.
Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, equipment service records, test results, handover documents, checklists.
Follow standard operating procedures.
Follow manufacturer's instructions. For example, safe instructions for use of products, processes and machinery.
Apply quality assurance and control principles and practices. For example, conduct physical checks, take samples, inspections or tests.
Apply continuous improvement techniques.
Apply team working principles.
Communicate in writing with others for example, stakeholders, colleagues, and managers.
Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations and policies.
Carry out and record learning and development activities.
Apply equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.

Your training plan

Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Level 3.

First 10 months attending Gloucester Engineering Training daily.
Month 11 to completion, learning and development will take place at our Tewkesbury factory under guidance of a mentor for 4 days and 1 day per week at G.E.T.

20% of the apprenticeship will be off-the-job training, with 80% on-the-job.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 9 - 4)
Maths (grade 9 - 4)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

2 other subjects (grade 9 - 4)
Science (grade 9 - 4)

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
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative

Other requirements

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to begin a hands-on career. Learners will be expected to study and contribute towards the workplace from the second year onwards so it will require hard work and dedication. Failure to complete the apprenticeship may also result in failure to remain in employment.

About this company

Operating in Tewkesbury since 1986, we are a leading provider of enclosures and mechanical components to the Defence and Security industry and we are award winning for our growth and use of innovation. We are proud to have an established and family led Senior Leadership Team in place to ensure our operations run efficiently 24 hours a day across our three manufacturing sites in the Tewkesbury area. Our strong foundations and expertise help our team and customers feel confident working with us. In 2024 we purchased a local, reputable Fabrication company and now offer fine tolerance sheet metal work as well as finishing to all of our products. Our diverse workforce spans 5 decades and reflects a blend of experience and fresh perspectives. We celebrate inclusivity with 8 nationalities represented and a 17% female workforce. We encourage personal growth, with 9 employees actively pursuing further education while contributing to the company's success. We aim to foster a collaborative environment where we continuously seek creative solutions, act with honesty and transparency, prioritise customer needs, and take pride in delivering high-quality results.

After this apprenticeship

Full-time role
Option to request further learning/development opportunities such as higher education and/or relevant practical short courses

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GLOUCESTERSHIRE ENGINEERING TRAINING LIMITED

Harvey Emerson

harvey@geometricmanufacturing.co.uk

01684 355071

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000314274.

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Closes in 12 days (Wednesday 7 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

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