Apprentice - Practical Technician

Job Description

ESCO Maritime UK based in Rugeley, Staffordshire is looking to recruit x3 Practical Technicians to work within assembly and inspection areas.

The apprentices will receive practical hands‑on experience where they will be trained to read technical design drawings and circuit diagrams that will ultimately lead to them being able to assemble, wire electronic control cubicles systems and sub‑assemblies.

A typical build can often take up to several months from start to finish.

The apprentices will begin with the basics and gradually increase their knowledge and capability as they progress through the apprentice competency matrix.

The successful candidates will be self‑motivated and eager to learn.

In return we can offer a fantastic opportunity to grow and develop within an established engineering company.

Our teams work in compliance with all Site, Health & Safety, Environmental, and Security protocols.

Qualifications required to enrol on the college course:

• Minimum 4 GCSE's Level 4 / Grade C including Mathematics and English.

Qualifications aside we would like to see an expressed interest and evidence that you have a genuine desire to gain a practical and theoretical understanding of electrical engineering.

Therefore, if you enjoy fixing your bike, helping service cars or have a passion for model planes, or have even played around with the workings of drone, then this could be the right career path for you.

In your first year you will gain strong practical skills, you will use these daily whilst working on our products. You will work as part of a close‑knit team who will support you as your skills and confidence mature. You will attend college 1 day a week and will have experienced engineers who you can lean on to support you to achieve the best results during your college studies.

• Flexibility, motivation and commitment.
• A willingness to learn.
• Mature outlook with common sense is essential.

Flexible working hours and associated benefits.

Some projects may involve working at customer premises and travel within the UK.

Interviews/Assessments will take place mid - late May 2026.

Note: All candidates must meet the security vetting requirements relevant to the role. For reasons of national security, applicants must be British nationals. Dual nationals may be permitted in exceptional circumstances.