Job Specifications
Programme title: Mechatronic Apprenticeship
Level: SCQF Level 7
Salary:
Year 1: £15,974
Year 2: £22,857
Year 3: £25,728
Year 4: £29,274
Location: Rosyth, Fife, Scotland
Application closing date: 12th March 2026
Programme start date: September 2026
Role ID: 67856
Our 4-year Mechatronic Apprenticeship offers a practical, hands-on opportunity to work alongside experienced machine maintenance technicians while gaining a recognised qualification. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring our equipment is maintained efficiently and reliably – contributing directly to the smooth running of operations and the success of our business.
About The Programme
As a Mechatronic Apprentice, you’ll gain experience in both routine and reactive maintenance of automated systems and CNC (Computer Numerical Controlled) machines, working closely with skilled technicians.
You’ll be exposed to a wide range of mechanical and electrical subsystems, including:
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
Soft start & inverter drives
Pneumatic systems
Hydraulic systems
You’ll learn how these systems integrate, how to diagnose faults, and how to support repairs and upgrades that keep our operations running smoothly. You’ll also respond to breakdowns—often under pressure—helping to restore equipment quickly and minimise downtime.
In addition to maintenance, you’ll contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance reliability, performance, and safety across the site.
You’ll also develop expertise in machine alignment and positional offsets, understanding how precision setup and sensor feedback influence automated processes and product quality.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys practical engineering, problem-solving, and working across multiple technical disciplines. If you’re curious, hands-on, and eager to learn, this apprenticeship will equip you with the skills and experience to build a strong foundation in mechatronics.
Your education/training
You’ll attend college and receive training on-site. The breakdown of time spent at work and at Fife College is as follows:
Year 1: August to end of June – full-time at Fife College
Year 2: Full-time at work
Year 3: Full-time at work (HNC students attend college one day per week)
Year 4: Full-time at work, focusing on finalising logbooks and meeting qualification requirements
Upon successful completion, you’ll gain a Modern Apprenticeship Qualification at SCQF Level 7 in Engineering – Asset Lifecycle and Maintenance.
Future prospects
Upon completing the programme, you'll be well-positioned to advance your career within Babcock. We’ll support you as you grow into more senior roles and take on greater responsibility. Through the Babcock Role Framework, you’ll have a clear view of how your career can progress, with mapped-out pathways, development opportunities and the tools you need to get wherever you want to go.
You may also choose to continue your education by pursuing a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in a related field at college. The experience and skills gained during the programme will strengthen your application and support your career progression.
What You’ll Need
A minimum of 4 National 5s including Maths at grade B and Physics, English and a Technical / Science Subject at grade C or above
Willingness to learn, question and collaborate and genuine interest in your chosen subject
Ability to follow instructions, think and plan work with safety as a priority
Work well in a team and show respect towards fellow colleagues, customers, and supervisors
Many of our apprenticeship programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK ( www.gov.uk ).
What You’ll Get
We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.
In addition, you’ll benefit from:
Fully funded qualification
Personal development training and opportunities
Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
Competitive pension scheme
Employee share scheme
Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal
You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.
Your career development
It’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you’ll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.
Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Appr
About the Company
Babcock is an international defence company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France and South Africa, with exports to additional markets.
Our Purpose, to create a safe and secure world, together, defines our strategy. We support and enhance our customers’ defence and security capabilities and critical assets through a range of product and service solutions. We meet our customers’ requirements of value for money, increased availability, modernisation and flexibility.
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