Engineering Apprenticeship Programme – Oxford
Job Description
Job title: Engineering Apprenticeship Programme – Oxford
Company: Gama Aviation
Job description: / Position: Engineering Apprentice
/ Location: Oxford
Are you interested in starting a career in the ever-evolving world of Aviation?
Gama Aviation are looking for apprentices like you!
We have a passion for Lycoming and Teledyne Continental piston engines here at Gama Aviation Engineering. Our team of talented engineers have an almost unrivalled knowledge of Lycoming, and Teledyne Continental piston engines, breathing new life into the heart of light aircraft or helicopters.
Based out of our extensively equipped workshop in Oxford (UK) we have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice to join our team involved in all aspects of piston engine overhaul/repair of Lycoming and Teledyne Continental engines from across Europe and the world.
Starting in September 2024, you will learn and develop engineering skills and knowledge through onsite work placements, whilst also studying for nationally recognized qualifications. You will learn a range of skills including assembly of products, machining, and maintenance of equipment. You will study for 4 years for a Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Manufacturing and Engineering. You will have the opportunity to work within a dynamic, exciting and progressive team at our Oxford base facility.
If this sounds like your thing, please apply today via our Careers Website and we will be in touch to commence the application process!!
/ About us:
Gama Aviation is a hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage.
With operations across the UK and Middle-East, a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long-term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry.
/ What you will be doing:
- You be developing your interest in aviation and engineering
- You will gain knowledge in Health and Safety in an engineering environment
- You will learn project skills engineering manufacturing skills – hand fitting, milling and turning
- You will gain an understanding of engineering mathematics and engineering principles
- You will learn about mechanical maintenance and assembly along with fluid maintenance and assembly
- You will be supporting the engineers in order to gain an understanding of the industry as a whole
- You will learn about electrical systems including PLC
- You will assist in general duties for the day to day operation of the workshop environment
- Proactively engage in improvements of our business, including suggesting changes to how we work, to better help your team efficiently provide quality service to our customers
- And much more!
/ Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:
Essential
- GCSE (or equivalent) grade 5 or above in Maths, English and Science
- Proactive learner, self-motivated, career-focused, team player
- Keen interest in aviation & engineering
Advantageous
- GCSE in Physics, GCSE in Design Technology
- Ability to commute and travel to work independently due to different location
Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 20 working days then your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Expected salary:
Location: Oxford
