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Job Description:
Start date: September 2027
Location: Broughton
Duration: 36 months
Application: We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.
Closing date for applications: 15th November 2026
Salary: A competitive starting salary of £19,185
35 hours per week (on either a standard working day or a double-day shift pattern, providing flexibility) // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits to support your well-being!
Ready to build the wings that lift the world? Join Airbus as a Craft Apprentice in Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance at Airbus Broughton and play a vital role in manufacturing wings for our A320, A330, and A350 aircraft families. This 36-month program offers valuable hands-on training, recognised qualifications, and a clear path to a rewarding career in aviation.
At Airbus, we believe a diverse workforce drives innovation. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, leading the way in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products across Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence, and Space sectors.
As the global center of excellence for wing manufacturing, our Broughton site delivers over 500 wing sets annually. Our apprenticeship programs are carefully designed to give you valuable practical training alongside your academic studies, setting you up for success and helping your career truly fly.
With over 175,000 employees worldwide and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry. During your apprenticeship you will work alongside our experienced engineers and quality team to support you to complete the work safely and efficiently.
As a Craft Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance Apprentice, you'll immerse yourself in hands-on technical experience in the workplace while completing your academic studies. This program is designed to equip you with valuable qualifications and competencies to work directly on live aircraft. You'll also benefit from our Gen A support network and learning HUB, providing additional support, events, and opportunities for all early career participants.
This 36-month apprenticeship is structured to maximise your learning and impact across both specialisms:
You will spend the first 12 months of your apprenticeship based at Coleg Cambria, Deeside, working towards obtaining:
This will allow you to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to make an immediate contribution when you enter the workforce in the second year.
Building on your foundational knowledge, you will be based at Airbus’s Broughton (North Wales) site, gaining hands-on experience and continuing academic studies tailored specifically to your chosen pathway:
You'll join our expert team of multi-skilled Mechanical Maintenance Fitters. You will work within all of the Broughton production areas supporting the maintenance of production machinery and tooling, allowing you to work on the job in a fast-paced role, whilst gaining relevant skills, knowledge and experience. Tasks include:
Academic Qualifications (Day Release):
Upon successful completion, you'll become a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Fitter working within the Maintenance team supporting our world-class Airbus aircraft, receiving a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate.
You'll join our expert team of multi-skilled Electrical Maintenance Fitters. You will work within all of the Broughton production areas supporting the maintenance of production machinery and tooling, allowing you to work on the job in a fast-paced role, whilst gaining relevant skills, knowledge and experience. Tasks include:
Academic Qualifications (Day Release):
Upon successful completion, you'll become a skilled Electrical Maintenance Fitter working within the Maintenance team supporting our world-class Airbus aircraft, receiving a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate.
In order to be eligible for this apprenticeship you must:
Achieve a minimum of five GCSEs which must include:
To be a successful candidate you need to have a passion for learning, enjoy hands-on, teamwork and problem-solving activities.
We want to get to know you! Not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter:
GRADES: Any offer will be conditional upon us receiving evidence of your required grades 24h after receiving your certificates on results day, in addition to completing all pre-employment checks and online forms.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.
RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom. For more information, please check the Government Website. Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.
AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus http://airbus.com/en/careers/use-of-ai.
Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email apprentices@airbus.com. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Company:
Airbus Operations LimitedEmployment Type:
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