Marine Engineering Apprentice

Job Description

Location: Charlton
Duration: 4 years
Starting salary: £18,000

About the apprenticeship

The apprentice will study towards a Level 3 apprenticeship, run by South Essex College, following the Maritime Engineering Technician standard. The duration of the apprenticeship is typically four years. The college training is delivered through weekly day release, which will require the successful candidate to travel to the training provider’s facility in Basildon, for which travel costs will be reimbursed.

Training is supplemented by on-the-job experience, mostly at our Charlton Barge Yard. The successful candidate will be required to work independently outside of the college training to build their portfolio of work evidence necessary to pass the apprenticeship while also keeping their training records up-to-date.

Find out more about the apprenticeship journey and apply here

Typical duties:

• Assist with the installation of new equipment, components and systems
• Assist with ship repair projects at our Gravesend site
• Follow safety protocols while working around the Barge Yard and on the boats
• Keep the workshop clean and maintained
• Maintain and understand the purpose of Stores
• Attend and participate in training sessions as required

Salary and package

An apprenticeship is a great alternative to studying at university. You’ll be paid a competitive salary from your first day with the company, which we review each year.

• Starting Salary: £18,000
• A competitive benefits package including company pension

Entry Criteria

You must have the following qualifications, or expect to obtain these qualifications:

• Mathematics – GCSE Grade 4 or higher
• English Language – GCSE Grade 4 or higher
• Science – GCSE Grade 4 or higher is desirable

Please note if you sat your exams outside of the UK, you would need to provide a Statement of Comparability for Eligibility Reasons at your assessment centre. More information is available here.

It is important to note that this is an entry-level apprenticeship position with strict academic entry requirements. If you hold a Bachelors or Masters degree then unfortunately, we will be unable to consider your application.

Other information

This apprenticeship will begin in late August 2024.

This role is based in Charlton but will involve travel to other Cory sites, e.g. Gravesend, to assist with support and projects as necessary. You will also need to travel to South Essex College in Basildon for the day-release training. A full driving licence is therefore desirable.

Working hours: Monday to Friday 06:00-14:30.