Apprenticeship · Level 3
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn a salary of £16,000 per year while working towards a Level 3 Apprenticeship qualification.
- Install, maintain, and repair traffic signal assets, diagnose faults, and ensure safe working practices.
- Requires 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above (including Maths and English) and a keen interest in Engineering.
- Applications close on 31st December 2026, with Assessment Centres in February 2027 and a start date of 31st August 2027.
About the Role
As an Apprentice Field Services Engineer, you will gain real-world experience while working towards a recognised degree qualification and developing the skills needed for a successful career.
What you’ll be doing:
- Install, maintain, and repair traffic signal assets, ancillary equipment, and highway systems.
- Diagnose and resolve faults, delivering both reactive and planned maintenance.
- Complete remedial works following incidents or equipment failures.
- Ensure all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
- Use tools, equipment, and manual handling aids safely.
- Collaborate with customers, colleagues, and contractors on site.
- Accurately record and submit work details, clearance notes, and asset data using digital systems.
- Support continuous improvement through data collection and adoption of new processes.
- Maintain compliance with industry standards, including HERS requirements, mandatory training, and relevant qualifications.
- Champion a positive Health & Safety culture.
Qualifications & Experience:
- 4 GCSEs at 4 or above, including Maths and English (or Functional Skills/Apprenticeship equivalent).
- A keen interest in Engineering is desirable.
- Willingness to self-learn, research, and take a creative approach to problem-solving.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to take ownership of challenges and ideas.
- Forward-thinking and inquisitive.
- Willingness to learn to drive (with the aim to pass by the end of Year 1 of the apprenticeship, depending on age).
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Effective listening and teamwork skills.
- IT literate; able to use Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook).
What you’ll get:
- Salary of £16,000 per year, with an additional annual payment.
- Fully funded qualification.
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Flexible benefits package.
- Pension scheme.
- Exposure to a wide range of business functions and stakeholders.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Professional qualifications (where applicable).
- Career development support and progression opportunities.
Key Dates:
- Applications close: 31st December 2026
- Assessment Centres: February 2027
- Start date: 31st August 2027