Engineering (design And Manufacture) Graduate Apprenticeship - Project Management

About the role

🚀 Engineering (Design and Manufacture) Graduate Apprenticeship 🚀

Ready to kickstart a career with a serious purpose? Join our 4-year Engineering (Design and Manufacture) Graduate Apprenticeship and become a key player in some of the UK's most vital defence programmes. 🇬🇧 While you work towards a BEng (Hons) degree, you'll be building a super rewarding career in Engineering and Project Management.

What's the Mission?

This is your chance to dive deep into the UK's submarine world, based at HM Naval Base Clyde. 🚢 You'll be part of the Fleet Programmes team, helping out with projects that keep the Royal Navy's submarine fleet maintained, upgraded, and ready for action. You'll get hands-on experience in:

• Project planning and scheduling 🗓️
• Managing risks ⚠️
• Engaging with stakeholders 🤝
• Delivering programmes 🎯

You'll also gain a solid understanding of the complex engineering and operational landscape that keeps the UK's defence strong. By the end of this journey, you'll have a powerful foundation in project management and engineering, opening doors to exciting roles within HMNB Clyde and the broader defence sector.

Your Awesome Perks:

We’ve got your back with a supportive and engaging environment to help your career soar. Plus, you'll score:

• ✅ Fully funded BEng (Hons) qualification
• 🌟 Personal development training and opportunities
• 🏖️ Minimum 28 days holiday (including bank holidays!)
• 💰 Competitive pension scheme
• 📈 Employee share scheme
• 🛍️ Flexible benefits like a cycle to work scheme and shopping discounts

Get involved in our STEM outreach and volunteering – our apprentices find it incredibly fulfilling! 🙌

Your Career Journey:

Expect a whirlwind of opportunities and business experiences that will seriously level up your career. You'll get real-world insights and exposure to exciting projects that will help you map out your future. Plus, you'll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme, packed with digital and face-to-face sessions designed by experts to help you thrive. 💡

How to Apply:

Applications are rolling, so don't wait! If this programme gets a lot of love, we might close applications early. ⏳ Apply ASAP to give yourself the best shot.

• Please apply for one programme only.
• We're a Disability Confident Employer and are here to support you. Let us know if you need any adjustments during recruitment. 😊
• We're all about inclusivity and happy to chat about flexible working options at your interview. 💬

Your Education Path:

You'll be partnering with Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) for your degree, blending study with epic hands-on work. Expect to be in the workplace three days a week and dedicating one day to university. 📚 You'll develop skills in:

• Engineering design
• Manufacturing processes
• Project delivery
• Problem-solving
• Quality management and continuous improvement

As you progress, you'll tackle more responsibility on live projects, turning your academic knowledge into real-world solutions. Successful completion means a BEng (Hons) Graduate Apprenticeship in Engineering (Design and Manufacture) – a qualification that packs a punch! 🏆

Your Future is Bright:

Upon finishing, you'll be ready for a Project Engineer role within Fleet Programmes, continuing to support our crucial submarine operations. As you grow, our Babcock Role Framework will guide you through project, programme, and leadership pathways, offering professional development, qualifications, and experience on game-changing defence projects. Aim high and progress towards senior roles! 🚀

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to UK defence programmes
• Undertake a BEng (Hons) degree programme
• Support projects related to the Royal Navy's submarine fleet maintenance, upgrade, and operational readiness
• Gain hands-on experience in project planning, scheduling, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and programme delivery
• Apply academic learning to real business challenges within live engineering projects

Entry requirements

Essential qualifications (What you’ll need ● Scottish Highers: BBCC or equivalent, including Maths and a science or technology subject. ● We also accept: o Foundation Apprenticeships (counting as one Higher at grade B), in combination with SQA Highers. o Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 6 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (equivalent to two Highers at B), in combination with SQA Highers. ● You must be resident in Scotland, as Graduate Apprenticeships are only available to individuals living and working in Scotland. ● This role requires regular on-site attendance. By your start date, you must be able to reliably commute to the site. This will normally require living within a reasonable commuting distance of HM Naval Base Clyde or relocating before you join us. ● Many of our programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. For further details, visit GOV.UK and search ‘United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels. ● Under applicable national security legislation, this post may only be occupied by a sole UK national. This legal requirement is independent of our recruitment policies, and all eligible applicants will be assessed fairly and without discrimination.)

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