Manufacturing Apprentice Level 3 Apprenticeship NI in Engineering; Level 2 en-route

are you passionate about manufacturing or engineering. Do you have an inquisitive mind. Do you want to be part of an apprenticeship programme that will develop and challenge you. Then look no further, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are motivated, committed & keen to learn.this apprenticeship will suit those candidates who are serious about committing to an apprenticeship of learning and development.

A self-starter who is able to manage their time, show initiative and has a genuine interest in manufacturing and thales. Successful candidates will show self-discipline and an aspiration to achieve the qualification.this is a trainee post, which on successful completion, will lead to recognition and classification as skilled personnel.all apprentices will complete a common 1st year in manufacturing operations which will include work based learning to develop the skills necessary to achieve performance levels in the production of components and assemblies consistent with the required quality standards and the master production schedule.it

is anticipated that during the 2nd and 3rd year, trainees will define their trade specialism within the spectrum of manufacturing activities. The skill areas anticipated to be required are mechanical, electrical or mechatronic assembly. Skill definition will be set at year 2, with the decision based on apprentice performance during their 1st year and matched to the business requirements at that time.working

schedule: 4.5 day week in the 1st year, (monday to thursday, 8.25 hours per day, friday is 4 hours). Year 2 & 3 (4 day week, monday to thursday, 9.25 hours per day). 37 hours a week.expected working hours 07.00 to 15.45 in 1st year and 07.00 to 16.45 from year 2 onwards.apprentice programmeyear 1 - as a manufacturing apprentice you will undertake a level 2 engineering apprenticeship (ni) at south eastern regional college, working towards a level 2 nvq in performing engineering operations.year

2 & 3 you will then progress onto a level 3 manufacturing apprenticeship to achieve the btec level 3 certificate in advanced manufacturing engineering at south eastern regional college, at thales you will be documenting your practical trade skills by working towards a level 3 nvq in manufacturing engineering.you will be given a study day each week, alongside your day-to-day role as a manufacturing apprentice.

In your 1st year you will spend your friday mornings in the thales academy.

• this is a trainee post, which on successful completion, will lead to recognition and classification as skilled personnel.
• year 1 - as a manufacturing apprentice you will undertake a level 2 engineering apprenticeship (ni) at south eastern regional college, working towards a level 2 nvq in performing engineering operations.
• year 2 & 3 you will then progress onto a level 3 manufacturing apprenticeship to achieve the btec level 3 certificate in advanced manufacturing engineering at south eastern regional college.
• at thales you will be documenting your practical trade skills by working towards a level 3 nvq in manufacturing engineering.

• 5 gcses grade c or above including english and maths.
• belfast (must be a resident of northern ireland for the past 5 years).

apprenticeshipni eligibility conditions apply.applicants please note this position is under the auspices of apprenticeshipni provision.start date: 07 september 2026benefits
201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays) company pensionhealth care cash planlife insurancediscount portalperformance-related pay uplifts
80 hours volunteering (first two years) please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between february - may 2026. Induction week for all graduates and apprentices will take place from monday 7 september - friday 11 september 2026.closing date: our applications will close m on thursday 12 february 2026, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year.

Please note, we will be in contact by the end of february 2026 with details of next steps.please note that roles may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high numer of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this opportunity.recruitment process:for further information about our future talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the future talent team, a graduate, or an apprentice, please visit thales future talent - connectr.due

to the nature of the work that we do at thales, all of our roles are subject to security restrictions.all successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the uk, and will be required to go through government security clearance at bpss level and to obtain full security clearance (sc) in line with the united kingdom security vetting (uksv)…