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This is an exciting opportunity to begin a career in engineering
This is an exciting opportunity to begin a career in engineering with a company that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. As an Engineering Fitter Operative Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced engineers, gaining the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to become a competent engineering fitter.
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Throughout your apprenticeship, you will:
- Assemble, install, maintain, repair, and test a wide range of mechanical equipment and engineering systems.
- Develop an understanding of engineering drawings, safe working practices, quality standards, and the use of a variety of hand and power tools.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assemble and fit mechanical components and engineering systems
- Carry out planned maintenance, repairs, and fault finding on machinery and equipment
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions
- Use a range of hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment safely and accurately
- Assist with the installation and commissioning of engineering equipment
- Ensure all work is completed to company quality standards and health and safety procedures
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
- Work as part of a team while developing the confidence to complete tasks independently
- Complete college work and evidence required for your apprenticeship programme
Where you'll work
UNIT C1-C4
HALESFIELD 5
TELFORD
TF7 4QJ
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
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IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Training schedule
This is a level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship (mechanical pathway) delivered over a period of 15 months. The apprentice will be required to attend the training centre 1 day per week during this period - In-Comm Training Services in Telford, TF3 3AJ.
More training information
You must be able to travel to Halesfield in Telford to start work for 7.30am. There is a bus stop close by and free car parking.
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English
- Maths (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Willingness to learn
Other requirements
- A questioning attitude, to understand the processes and associated industrial applications
- Reliability and dependability to consistently deliver expectations in production, quality, work ethics and self-development
- Countability, to follow the specified procedures and controls and be personally responsible for their production work and personal development
- A general desire to grow and develop within the business
CAPS offer a range of battery handling products, designed and manufactured within their Telford base. CAPS portfolio stretches from simple roller beds through to powered magnetic extraction units. With many years of experience manufacturing special purpose machines, coupled with an in-depth knowledge of the MHE industry, CAPS are uniquely placed to offer innovative solutions covering all battery handling requirements. The success of the company has come from the ability to offer complete Battery handling solutions including ventilation, electrics and mechanical installation. Providing the batteries and chargers and they do the rest. They design, manufacture and assembly offering a complete turnkey project, managed from start to finish.
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Company benefits
- Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
- Career progression opportunities upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
- Competitive salary with potential for increases.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
- Flexible working hours
- Early finish on a Friday
- 31 days holiday including bank holidays
- Perkbox, discounts & free offers.
- Workplace pension
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Successful completion of the Engineering Fitter Operative Apprenticeship could lead to a permanent position as a qualified Engineering Fitter within the company. As your skills and experience develop, there may be opportunities to progress into specialist areas such as maintenance engineering, installation and commissioning, mechanical assembly, or machine build. The company also supports ongoing professional development, with opportunities to gain further engineering qualifications and progress into senior engineering, team leader, supervisory, or management roles.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Keira Stead
keiras@in-comm.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000045964.
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Closes in 14 days (Wednesday 19 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
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