Engineering Technician Apprentice

As a member of the Chilbolton Observatory team you will form an integral part of a small onsite team dedicated to enabling science through development and operation of radar equipment and instruments. From the 25m antenna to rain gauges, we maintain and develop instruments used by scientists from atmospheric science to satellite tracking.

• Future prospects

  Employees can access additional training including upskill apprenticeships.

• Training

  Through the training provider, Newbury College, you will undertake a Level 3 Engineering Technician – Mechatronics pathway apprenticeship standard which will include:  

  • Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification – Lev

• Skills Required

  Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working

• Qualification Required

  GCSE Any (Grade 4) Essential
  GCSE Any (Grade 4) Essential
  GCSE Any (Grade 4) Essential
  GCSE English (Grade 4) Essential
  GCSE Maths (Grade 4) Essential
  BTEC Related subject (Grade C) Desired

• Employer Description

  UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. Supporting some of the world’s most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.

• Things to consider

  The observatory is in a remote location, and the applicant will need to have access to their own transport as public transport links are limited.

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