Summary
We design, build and integrate cutting-edge technology that enables our armed forces to defend our nation. Whether it’s at sea, in the sky or on the ground, we deliver innovative solutions that make a difference. Our apprentices develop through experience, teamwork & training in a workplace that values customer focus, development & empowerment.
Wage
£15,873 a year
Starting at £15,873 in the first year if under 18. If over 18 a salary of £21,164 - £24,742 with progression
Training course
Engineering fitter (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:30. Friday, 08:00 - 13:00.
37 hours a week
Start date
Monday 1 September 2025
Duration
3 years 6 months
Positions available
6
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
* Prepare and assemble units / PCB’s (including soldering) in accordance with detailed work instruction sheets, customer specific drawings and specifications.
* Read and interpret complex CCA drawings, including systems and notes.
* Verify that routings and detailed Work Instruction Sheets have been followed for all activities.
Where you’ll work
Mumby Road
Gosport
PO12 1AF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
FAREHAM COLLEGE
Your training course
Engineering fitter (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.
* Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.
* Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.
* Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
* Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.
* Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.
* Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.
* Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.
* Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).
* Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.
* Reporting work outcomes or issues.
* Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.
* Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.
* Operating within limits of responsibility.
* Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.
* Reading, interpreting and understanding the component or assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions.
* Planning component or assembly task – materials, tools and equipment.
* Preparing work area for component or assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools and equipment.
* Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
* Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects.
* Measuring and testing, checking or inspecting component or assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, voltmeter.
* Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate.
* Applying improvement techniques; recommending or implementing solutions where appropriate.
* Communicating with colleagues or customers (internal or external).
* Completing component or assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation.
* Reporting work outcomes or issues.
* Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping.
* Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling, re-using where appropriate.
* Operating within limits of responsibility.
* Operating in line with quality, health and safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measures where applicable.
Your training plan
Engineering Fitter Level 3 Advanced apprenticeship on Day release:
One of the following qualifications:
* Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) – Awarding organisation EAL; GLH 750, or
* Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) – Awarding organisation Pearson; GLH 720 or
* Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) Awarding organisation City & Guilds; GLH 720
Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Our apprentices develop through experience, teamwork and
training in a workplace that values customer focus, development
and empowerment. You’ll be given the chance to experience all
the different aspects of our business.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* English Language (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 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
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Analytical skills
* Team working