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Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering Technician
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Hill Engineering would like to find candidates who wish to learn from our immense knowledge in the precision engineering industry. The majority of the parts we manufacture are our own range of highly prestigious products that we manufacture at our factory in Orpington.
Wage
£19,760 a year
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Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm.
40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 7 September 2026
Duration
3 years 6 months
Positions available
2
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Successful candidates will be trained in the following:
- Understanding of technical engineering drawings used for manufacturing
- Following job cards, procedures and instructions from the team leader
- Understanding the uses of various cutting tools
- Setting of various Mill/Turn CNC machines
- Setting of tool offsets and understanding wear offsets on CNC Machines
- Submitting of first-off parts to inspection
- Use of inspection equipment including Vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges etc.
- Measuring of component parts as they are produced
Applicants should have:
- An excellent attitude in their work ethics
- Have good attention to detail
- Be able to work on your own initiative as well as being part of a team
- Keeping a clean and safe working area and understanding all aspects of Health and Safety within the workshop
- Applicants must also be punctual, reliable and have a mature and professional outlook
Where you'll work
VALLEY HOUSE
CRAY AVENUE
ORPINGTON
BR5 3RZ
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
MID-KENT COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
Obtaining, checking and using the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation)
Working safely at all times, complying with health, safety and environmental legislation, regulations and organisational requirements planning and where applicable obtaining all the resources required to undertake the work activity
Undertaking the work activity using the correct processes, procedures and equipment
Carrying out the required checks (such as quality, compliance or testing) using the correct procedures, processes and/or equipment
Dealing promptly and effectively with engineering/manufacturing problems within the limits of their responsibility using approved diagnostic methods and techniques and report those which cannot be resolved to the appropriate personnel
Completing any required documentation using the defined recording systems at the appropriate stages of the work activity
Restoring the work area on completion of the activity and where applicable return any resources and consumables to the appropriate location
Read and interpret relevant data and documentation used to manufacture aerospace components/systems
Assemble and disassemble aerospace mechanical components, sub-assemblies and whole systems (new and in service) as required measure and mark out of materials to carry out precision machining and hand fitting processes
Precision drilling and finishing of holes in aircraft assemblies
Use mechanical and or electrical/electronic measuring and or test equipment used on aircraft assemblies and systems
Apply assembly techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, welding and bonding techniques)
Use sealing and jointing techniques: use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials
Contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures
Assemble, disassemble and install aerospace components, sub-assemblies and whole systems (new and in service) as required such as wiring looms, anti-icing systems, electrical connectors, avionic units and using specified methods and procedures
Set up and use a range of measuring, testing, diagnostic tools, rigs and equipment, using approved methods and procedures
Install lighting, power supplies, engine control and instrumentation systems
Carry out testing and diagnostic activities on installed components, equipment and systems and making adjustment/rectification where applicable
Carry out precision drilling and finishing of holes in aerospace assemblies
Apply correct locking and securing methods and techniques (mechanical fasteners, locking and electrical bonding techniques)
Use sealing and jointing techniques: use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials
Install and connect pipe-work systems and aerospace assemblies
Contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures
Read and interpret relevant data and documentation used to maintain aircraft components and systems
Select and use the correct hand and mechanical tools and equipment while carrying out maintenance of aircraft
Apply human factors in aviation – attitudes and behaviours to ensure aviation safety
Use mechanical and electrical measuring and or test equipment while carrying out aircraft maintenance activities
Carry out aircraft functional checks and fault diagnosis e.g. electrical bonding and earthing; flight control rigging
Use ground support equipment
Identify, control, repair and prevent damage, fatigue and corrosion of aircraft components
Maintain power-plant (piston or turbine engines), propellers or rotors
Use the correct bonding and assembly techniques e.g. in composite assembly
Carry out precision drilling and finishing of holes in aircraft assemblies
Identify and install mechanical fasteners
Use sealing and jointing techniques: use of seals, gaskets, and jointing techniques
Assemble, repair and replace pipe work for aircraft and engine systems
Inspect, repair, remove and replace aircraft structures, components, sub-assemblies and systems
Undertake aircraft flight-line handling and operations
Carry out testing and diagnostic activities on components, sub – assemblies or whole systems, making adjustments where applicable
Maintain aerospace components, sub – assemblies or whole systems as required undertake aircraft role configuration activities/requirements
Prepare and maintain the aircraft maintenance programme
Apply Human Factors in aviation – developing attitudes and behaviours to ensure aviation safety
Maintain relationships between the aircraft operator and the aircraft maintenance organisation recognising the regulatory responsibilities of both parties
Use relevant computer software, information systems and documentation necessary to carry out the role
Use asset and inventory management systems within a continuing airworthiness environment
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- Apply the principles and methods used to implement aviation safety management systems
- Apply reliability monitoring and analysis of aircraft and their systems
- Apply compliance monitoring and quality auditing of the organisation and aircraft
- Work with other personnel internal and external to the organisation, providing good customer service
- Apply fleet planning, maintenance scheduling and aircraft on the ground (AOG) requirements
Read, analyse and interpret engineering data, drawings and documentation used in the design, build, operation and repair of maritime vessels
Use hand, power and machine tools to measure, mark out, cut, drill, shape and finish components to the required engineering tolerances.
Assemble, remove, maintain and overhaul components, sub-assemblies and whole systems in a maritime environment.
Apply assembly and installation methods and techniques (such as terminations, connectors, mechanical fasteners, seals, gaskets, and jointing materials) on maritime vessels.
Undertake testing, inspection and diagnostic activities on components, equipment and systems on maritime vessels, making adjustments where applicable.
Measure and mark out to carry out precision machining and hand fitting processes
Use hand tools to cut, drill, shape and finish components to the required engineering tolerances.
Assemble, remove and overhaul components, sub-assemblies and whole systems in a maritime environment
Apply assembly and installation methods and techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials) on board ships and submarines.
Undertake the testing, inspection and diagnostic activities on components, equipment and systems on board ships and submarines and making adjustments where applicable.
Undertake planned and corrective maintenance activities on components, equipment and systems.
Use hand and mechanical tools, jigs and test equipment safely in the Maritime Industry.
Read, analyse and interpret engineering data, drawings and documentation used in the design, build, operation and repair of maritime vessels.
Carry out fabrication and construction processes through precision measuring and marking out.
Use hand tools / machinery to cut, drill, shape and finish components to the required engineering tolerances.
Assemble, remove and overhaul components in a maritime environment.
Apply assembly and installation methods and techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials) on maritime vessels.
Undertake planned and corrective repair activities on structures, components and equipment.
Measure and mark out to enable the fabrication of pipework using a variety of materials (ferrous, non-ferrous and non-metallic) and processes (to include taking wire templates and jigs, setting to boards etc).
Wire templates and jigs, setting to boards etc).
Use hand and machine tools to cut, drill, shape and finish components to the required engineering tolerances.
Fabricate, install and repair pipe systems in a maritime environment.
Apply assembly and installation techniques (such as brazing, welding, mechanical fasteners, seals, gaskets, jointing materials and methods) on Maritime vessels.
Undertake testing, inspection and diagnostic activities on pipework systems on maritime vessels, making adjustments where applicable.
Undertake planned, corrective maintenance and survey activities on pipework components and systems.
Select and set up the correct tooling and work holding devices
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