Thales – Modern Apprenticeships
Through the Thales Manufacturing Modern Apprenticeships you’ll be making the most of your talents, getting to understand manufacturing from the ground up; and doing so with the help of one of the biggest and best names in the industry.
These positions are for a full Modern Apprenticeship programme culminating in the attainment of an SVQ Level 2, SVQ Level 3 and an Academic qualification.
On completion of the 4 year programme successful candidates would achieve fully qualified Engineering status.
What will I learn?
Year 1: For the first 5 months you will undertake your SVQ Level 2 through day release with a further education provider. The last 7 months of Year 1 will be completed in the Thales on site specialised training centre.
Year 2 & 3: Participate in training within production work cells on a rotational basis, to obtain a fully flexible range of core skills on all aspects of the manufacturing processes of Assembly and Test. All training recorded and verified to SVQ standard and externally assessed and verified.
Year 4: Complete full SVQ job packs to obtain full qualification. Progression to Product System Testing, Inspection, Optical Testing and Environmental Testing. Full review of further education achieved and consider higher level qualification if appropriate
What qualification or qualities are required?
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are motivated, committed and keen to learn. A self-starter who is able to manage their time, show initiative and has a genuine interest in Thales. Successful candidates will show self-discipline and an aspiration to build a career within the manufacturing function.
5 standards (Level 1-3) or 5 National Level 5 grades including English and Maths