Production Apprentice

Operating within the manufacturing plant, this Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship focuses on completing a structured NVQ Level 3 qualification across high-precision industrial machining and mechanical turbocharger assembly.

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business that designs, manufactures and tests industrial turbochargers supplied into the power generation, marine and rail traction industries.

Part of the Wabtec Corporation; Napier Turbochargers is part of a world-wide organisation that provides excellent career opportunities both within the UK and abroad.

This position will undertake a range of production based tasks in the machining and fitting of turbochargers leading to NVQ Level 3 qualification. The disciplines within these areas will cover the following:

Fitting:

- Turbocharger Assembly

- Rotor Balancing

- Development & Production Testing

Machining:

- Turning

- Milling

- Grinding

Experience:

No previous experience required, however a demonstrable interest in mechanical engineering through school or hobby interest would be advantageous

Skills:

- Self-motivated individual with an enthusiastic approach

- Good communication both written and verbal

- Ability to work in a team environment

- Punctual and reliable

Qualifications:

3 x GCSE's at minimum Grade 4, preferably to include Maths and a Science subject

Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity.

Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.