Job Description

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About The Role

Are you a self-motivated individual with a keen interest in a practical role? Are you keen to secure an apprenticeship which will support you to gain qualifications in a hands-on environment?



PETA are proud to be working with Relay Engineering to recruit and train a Mechanical Engineering Fitter Apprentice. This opportunity is a full-time role based at their site in Portsmouth.

Please note:

The role is primarily based in Portsmouth; however, you may be required to travel within the UK and abroad for the job. Flexibility is required with travel and overtime.

Due to the location of Relay's Plymouth business unit and sites they access, you will need to go through a security clearance process. Site specific training for restricted areas will be provided.

Training to be provided:

As a Mechanical Engineering Fitter Apprentice, you will be studying a Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship. Throughout your apprenticeship with Relay Engineering, you will be supported by your company mentor and your PETA Learning and Development Coach.

Your Level 3 programme will include, a level 3 Engineering work-based qualification delivered by PETA, and day release for 24 months to complete a level 3 BTEC technical certificate.

Overall duration 45 months



This apprenticeship sign-up will be in September 2025 and therefore Relay would need to agree a start date with the company for this time.

About the role:

Joining the Relay Engineering team as a Mechanical Engineering Fitter Apprentice, you will be joining the instillation team to provide support and assistance to the site supervisor involved working on various vessels and sites.



You will learn a range of skills on the job, including:


Taught to interpret and work to drawings Learn to interpret systems diagrams, written descriptions and instructions Comply with legislation/regulation, standards, customer specifications, HSEQ policies and procedures Comply with risk assessments and method statements Learn to use the management systems and processes to ensure accurate and updated auditable project documentation

What are the career prospects at Relay Engineering?

The career opportunities at Relay Engineering are very varied:


Fulltime employment Further personal development Further academic development Higher apprenticeship

Essential Skills:

An apprenticeship is all about learning new knowledge, skills and behaviours, therefore, to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in engineering and a willingness to learn.



To be considered for the role of a Mechanical Engineering Fitter Apprentice, you will have a keen eye for detail and take pride in completing work to a high-quality level.

You will also require the following skills and qualifications:

2 GCSE's at grade C (4) or above, or equivalents in maths and English Enthusiastic team player Self-motivated and driven Excellent communication skills Positive attitude Willingness to learn

Desirable Criteria:

Good manual dexterity Real interest in Engineering Good co-ordination Methodical and logical Good problem-solving skills Learn through instruction ###

About Us

About the company:

Relay Engineering are a specialist service provider operating primarily in the marine, oil, and gas industries offering turnkey project solutions across the engineering spectrum. Relay Engineering support all the major shipyards in the UK and have overseas operations in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Kazakhstan.A highly skilled team of engineers, well equipped workshops and state of the art technology allow Relay to deliver projects from a design concept through to final delivery, to exacting standards, on budget and on time.

Benefits:

Company Pension scheme Accident insurance Cycle to work scheme 35 Days annual leave per year, including bank holidays Structured apprentice pay:
Year 1: 14,707.06
Year 2: 19,454.40
Year 3: 25,211.55
Year 4: 31,372.95

If you are keen to start a career as a Mechanical Engineering Fitter Apprentice, click APPLY now!