Summary
This is a Level 3 Multi-Skilled Engineering Apprenticeship designed to develop a broad range of skills across both mechanical and electrical disciplines. The successful applicant will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of the door manufacturing and service process.
Wage
£15,311.40 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 4.30pm.
39 hours a week
Start date
Monday 19 May 2025
Duration
3 years 6 months
Positions available
2
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
* Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings, including electrical schematics and mechanical component blueprints
* Manufacture and assemble electrical control panels for high-performance door systems
* Build and assemble speed door drums, motor units, and bespoke shutter systems
* Participate in the complete build and testing of curtain and door equipment
* Gain exposure to onsite installation, servicing, and repairs alongside experienced service engineers
* Understand and support the end-to-end process of delivering complex door systems, including international installations (limited travel required)
Where you’ll work
REDBURN ROAD
WESTERHOPE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE5 1PJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
TDR TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
* Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
* End Point Assessment
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English Language or English Literature (grade 5/C or above)
* Maths (grade 5/C or 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
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Administrative skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Team working
* Initiative