Project Control And Planning Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship 2027 - Stevenage
MBDA · East Of England · SG1 2DA
About the role
Project Controls Technician Apprentice 🚀
About the Role:
Join MBDA as a Project Controls Technician Apprentice and dive into the dynamic world of Project Management and Control. You'll be instrumental in the successful design, crafting, and delivery of our cutting-edge products to end customers. This isn't just about ticking boxes; it's about learning the ropes of planning, cost control, and risk management on multi-million pound projects. 📊 You'll work alongside experienced professionals, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to projects from development through to manufacturing and assessment. Get ready to master essential software like Primavera, SAP, and ARM, and unleash your innovative thinking! 💡
What You'll Achieve:
- Complete a Level 3 Diploma in Project Control Practice (fully funded). 🎓
- Develop skills in detailed project planning, cost assignment, and risk mitigation.
- Gain exposure to projects at all stages of the missile lifecycle.
- Enhance your ability to capture and analyse critical project information.
- Build a strong professional network across MBDA's Business, Commercial, Manufacturing, Technical, and Engineering teams. 🤝
- Potentially collaborate with the Ministry of Defence and key customers. 🌍
What We're Looking For:
- Education: 5 GCSEs at minimum grade 4, including English Language, Mathematics, and a Science or Technology subject.
- Skills: A basic understanding of Microsoft applications is a must. 💻
- Commitment: You'll need to be able to travel to our MBDA site, so ensure your home or rental location is suitable and travel arrangements are manageable. 🗺️
Security Clearance:
- You must be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.
- As a minimum, all successful candidates will undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks. Please note that restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply.
What We Offer:
- Fully Funded Qualification: Starts September 2027.
- Competitive Pay: Annual pay reviews. 💰
- Health & Wellbeing: Healthcare Cash Plan for medical, dental, optical, and wellbeing costs.
- Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave.
- Study Support: Study leave during exam periods. 📚
Important Dates:
- Applications close at midnight on Friday 22nd January 2027, but may close earlier. Apply ASAP to avoid disappointment! ⏳
Join a winning team! Our apprentices have won prestigious UK apprenticeship awards. This is your chance to kickstart an amazing career in project control with endless progression opportunities.
Our Commitment:
MBDA is a leading defence organisation dedicated to protecting our nations' freedom. We foster an inclusive environment with employee-led networks covering Gender Equality, Pride, Neurodiversity, Disability, and more. We celebrate uniqueness and encourage you to reach out for any support you may need during the recruitment process. ❤️
Application Process:
1. Submit Application: Tell us all about you!
2. Online Assessment Part One: Tailored to our business, with a personalised report.
3. Online Assessment Part Two: Job simulation video tasks.
4. Assessment Centre: Virtual half-day experience with feedback for all.
5. Offer: Discussion within a week of your assessment.
Ready to make an impact? Click 'Apply' to find out more and submit your application!
Key responsibilities
- Plan projects at a detailed level.
- Collect and assign project costs across programmes.
- Capture, identify, and mitigate project risks.
- Capture updates and information from all business areas.
- Deliver specific tasks on defined projects.