Engineering Modern Apprentice - Service and Repair Technician

Aggreko plc; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider is offering an apprenticeship based in Dumbarton. As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience working with skilled engineers, conducting repairs on various power generation equipment. Over four years, you will balance practical work with study towards an Engineering Modern Apprentice qualification. The role requires good communication and teamwork skills, a positive attitude, and relevant educational qualifications. Starting salary is £18,720, with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Four National 5s grade C+ or equivalent in relevant subjects.
• A positive and reliable attitude is essential.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service and repair on power generation and temperature control equipment.
• Diagnose faults and troubleshoot issues.
• Work safely while collaborating with teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Good communication

Education

Four National 5s grade C+ including English, maths, and one STEM subject

Tools

Hand tools

IT tools (laptops and mobile devices)

Job description

Bring your energy to Aggreko as an apprentice based in our Dumbarton depot. You’ll gain hands‑on experience working alongside skilled engineers. Servicing and repair. All our equipment – from advanced power generation, load banks and battery storage to oil‑free air and temperature control – is maintained by our teams. All the time you develop essential technical and safety skills.

At Aggreko, we are in the business of “on”. Power without pause. Heating, cooling and oil‑free air without end. We keep our customers’ worlds on – from world‑class events that last a few weeks to mining operations and remote communities who rely on us for decades.

Your day as an apprentice:

As an Aggreko apprentice, every day is different. Each day starts with a team briefing on safety and priorities. You’ll get hands‑on training in mechanical and electrical repairs on generators, load banks Your tasks will change based on the repairs underway, giving you broad practical experience across all our products. Throughout, you’ll build practical skills with hands‑on support and guidance, always working safely to keep everyone safe.

What you’ll learn and do:

• Carry out service and repair on power generation, battery storage load banks, oil‑free air equipment and temperature control equipment
• Develop your knowledge and confidence using a range of hand tools
• Diagnose faults and troubleshoot issues
• Work safely to keep everyone safe
• Collaborate with teams to deliver excellent service and contribute to key projects
• Use IT tools like laptops and mobile devices to support your work
• Balance practical work experience with college study towards a n Engineering Modern Apprentice

Program Overview:

• Based at our Dumbarton depot (G82 3RG)
• Day release to City of Glasgow College (G5 9 XB)
• End qualification: MA Engineering
• Duration: 4 years
• Starting salary: £18,720
• Start date: August 2026

When you finish:

Completing your apprenticeship opens the door to a range of exciting opportunities. Stay local. Work across the UK. Explore opportunities further afield. The choice is yours and Aggreko is here to support your growth and help you shape a career that matches your goals.

What you need to apply:

• Four National 5s grade C+ including English, maths, and one STEM subject or equivalent. Alternatively, an NC, a pre‑apprenticeship or foundation apprenticeship in an engineering subject.
• A positive and reliable attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Be a problem‑solver, always willing to take on a challenge

Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.