Engineering Modern Apprentice

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

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider is seeking apprentices at their Dumbarton depot. The program offers hands-on experience in essential technical and safety skills across manufacturing roles, including Assembly and Test. Apprentices will work towards HNC in Systems Engineering and SVQ Level 3 Engineering Operations while earning a starting salary of £18,720. Candidates should possess four National 5s grades C+ in required subjects and demonstrate problem-solving abilities. This role supports growth and future career opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a positive and reliable attitude.
• Experience or willingness to work in teams.
• Ability to solve problems and take on challenges.

Responsibilities

• Learn technical and safety skills in manufacturing rotations.
• Develop knowledge in product assembly and testing.
• Collaborate with teams for project delivery.

Skills

Positive attitude

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

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

Equivalent qualifications or an NC in engineering

Tools

Hand tools

IT tools

Job description

Bring your energy to Aggreko as an apprentice based in our Dumbarton depot.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience working alongside different manufacturing rotations including Assembly, Test, and Product Release.

You’ll also spend time in key areas like service, repair, and electrical services to build a well‑rounded understanding of Aggreko. All the time developing essential technical and safety skills.

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 then collaborate closely with a section leader and mentor who will help you develop your knowledge in product assembly and testing.

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

• Learn essential technical and safety skills through hands‑on experience across manufacturing rotations—Assembly, Test, and Product Release.
• 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 toward an HNC in Systems Engineering and SVQ Level 3 Engineering Operations.

Program overview

• Based at our Dumbarton depot (G82 3RG)
• Day release to City of Glasgow College (G5 9 XB)
• End qualification: HNC in Systems Engineering and SVQ Level 3 Engineering Operations
• 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 grades C+ including English, maths, and one STEM subject or equivalent, or an NC, 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.