Job Description

Only applications made via JBAs online recruitment portal will be considered - our current vacancies can be found at: https://jbagroup.current-vacancies.com/Careers/JBA-Group-Vacancy-Search-Page-3213

Are you interested in Engineering - do you want to join a dynamic and growing company whilst working to achieve a BEng degree? A degree apprenticeship is a fantastic alternative to a traditional campus-based programme, with the opportunity to earn a salary whilst still achieving a degree.

You will be joining an award-winning environmental and engineering consultancy which puts innovation, sustainability and resilience at the heart of its work. Our people are all important and we invest heavily in life-long learning and skills development

We are independent and staff-owned under a stewardship model which drives long term decision making and investment. We have offices in the UK, Ireland, Romania, India, Singapore and Australia.

We are always on the lookout for talented, committed and inspiring people to join us in our ambition to lead in the pursuit for resilience to climate change. In return, we offer rewarding careers with continued opportunities and dedicated support for personal development. Build your career with us and help us to build a more resilient future.

JBA supports hybrid working which provides for greater flexibility with the way that we work.

Visit https://www.jbaconsulting.com/ to find out more.

Your role:

Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (MEICA) Engineering apprentices play a key role in the delivery of infrastructure projects for flood and coastal management, regulated water market, mining remediation, reservoirs, railways, highways and green engineering. Working with clients and construction teams across the public, private and third sectors.

Apprentices have varied responsibilities and duties that may include:

development and delivery of asset inspection

options appraisals

concept designs

detailed scheme designs.

The role would be well suited to those looking for a career change or just starting out on their career path.

Apprentices on this pathway work towards achieving Level 6 (BEng) accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Measurement and Control (InstMC).

Study is undertaken at Warwick University via block release delivery and is combined with supported workplace training. On this scheme. apprentices are required to travel to and stay near Warwick University to attend University for a five-day block six times across the academic year.

Apprenticeships are fully funded. JBA also funds block release travel and accommodation expenses.

Candidates will be required to build a knowledge of engineering and will possess an interest in developing and progressing a career in engineering consultancy.

Qualifications required:

Five GCSEs or equivalent (Grades 9 to 4 (Ato C)) including Maths and English
and

A Level: AAA grades at A level, to include Mathematics and a Physical Science. Applicants with strong profile, but without A level Mathematics will be subject to passing a Maths assessment.

or

BTEC: BTEC Diploma grade DD, with an A grade A level Mathematics, or subject to passing a Maths assessment

BTEC Extended Diploma grade DDD, including two Mathematics units or subject to passing a Maths assessment

Candidates with non-traditional qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis and will be dependent on the employer's recruitment process, and subject to passing appropriate assessment on Mathematics set by The University of Warwick.

Entry requirements for those currently in employment will be based on meeting funding eligibility and requirements of both The University of Warwick and JBA Consulting.

Essential attributes for the role:

For those looking to apply for this apprenticeship, by the end of December 2025, you will need:

to be over the age of 18

to have the right to live and work and live in the UK to qualify for funding

to live within a commutable distance of the office you are applying to

a valid UK driving licence or be seeking to undertake your driving test

sufficient I.T. skills to learn relevant software tools under supervision, i.e. CAD, Microsoft Word and Excel.

Desirable attributes for the role:

be capable of providing solutions to problems

take account of health and safety in your work, as necessary

be a team player able to work well with other members of staff

take pride in your work

plan your time effectively to meet set goals

have good interpersonal skills

have an ordered and structured approach to organising information and activities.

Location:

Roles are available in our Leeds LS1 4BN or Peterborough PE2 6GG offices.

Further information:

For further information or an informal discussion about this position, please contact Robin Sykes on t 0113 245 2528.

Applications:

All applications must be made via JBAs online recruitment portal at: https://jbaconsulting.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3960741?cid=3213&t=Apprentice-Electromechanical--MEICA--Engineer

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leeds LS1 4BN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person