Job Description

Job Details
Section
Mechanical Engineering
Location:
Highfield Campus
Salary
30,805 to 35,116 per annum
Apprentice - Full Time Permanent
Closing Date:
Monday 30 June 2025
Interview Date
To be confirmed
Reference
3123225DA

Become a Technical Expert: Apprentice Engineering Design and Manufacturing Technician at University of Southampton

Are you ready to dive into the world of engineering and automation? The University of Southampton is offering an exciting opportunity for aspiring technicians to join their team as an Apprentice Engineering Design and Manufacturing Technician. This role provides hands-on experience in a state-of-the-art facility and allows you to pursue a Level 4 Automation and Controls Engineering apprenticeship.


With the support of the South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) - CEMAST based in Fareham, you will work towards earning a Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering or Automation and Control Engineering. Don't miss your chance to be part of a dynamic technical community and advance your career with outstanding training and development opportunities.


Gain knowledge and understanding to be able to provide effective and efficient technical support in the development, maintenance and efficient operation of the facility, working alongside the technical team, for the Educational, Research and Enterprise portfolio.

Qualifications

Qualification in engineering or engineering related subjects to Level 3 of the NQF

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or NVQ Level 3,

or 1A Level,

or 2 AS levels

or T level in design and development for engineering and manufacturing

And Minimum 5 GCSE including Maths, English and Science at Grades 5-9


Able to sit aptitude tests

Salary

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, pay will be the lowest spine point of Level 3, which is Spine Point 22, 30,805 full-time equivalent.


In year one of the apprenticeship, pay will be 60 per cent of this lowest spine point value, before increasing to 70 per cent in year two and to 80 per cent in year three.

NB - Notwithstanding the provisions set out above, all apprentices will receive a salary which equates to at least the applicable National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage rate for their age, where this exceeds those contractual provisions.

We are signatories of the Technician Commitment, a partner affiliate of the National Technician Development Centre (NTDC), and are committed to supporting our technical staff. We offer a wide range of opportunities including networking, mentoring, training, professional registration and career development. We are committed to all our technical staff, recognising the broad range of skills they have in support of education, research and enterprise activities. By joining Southampton you will be part of a bigger technical community, offering support and guidance.



We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.


This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk.


Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.