Apprentice Equipment Technician

Vishay Intertechnology Inc.; Newport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking an Apprentice Equipment Technician/Engineer in Newport, UK. The role involves structured on-the-job training with an experienced mentor, providing hands-on experience across various manufacturing areas. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and a Science, and should be self-motivated with strong communication skills. Applicants must be 18 years old by September 2026. This role offers a 39-hour work week while training and shifts to a 24/7 operation as experience grows.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and a Science.
• Further education in a science or engineering subject is advantageous.
• Applicants must be 18 years old by September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured on-the-job training with a mentor.
• Maintain accurate training logbooks.
• Collaborate with teams and work independently.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

5 GCSEs (grades A–C / 4–9)

Further education in science or engineering (A Level, BTEC, NVQ)

Job description

Apprentice Equipment Technician / Engineer

Newport, UK, United Kingdom | Equipment Service & Maintenance

• Learn new skills through structured on‑the‑job training with support from an experienced internal mentor
• Complete rotations across different manufacturing areas to develop a broad technical skillset
• Maintain accurate logbooks and training notes throughout your apprenticeship
• By following all safety requirements and procedures you will learn how to work in a safe environment
• Collaborate effectively within a team as well as work independently with support from our engineering mentors
• Learn to follow engineering procedures and specifications
• Attend college, study, and successfully pass all required modules
• Complete relevant NVQs with support from our on‑site training provider

What You Will Need

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (grades A–C / 4–9) including Maths, English and a Science
• Further education in a science or engineering subject (A Level, BTEC, NVQ) is an advantage but not essential
• Applicants must be 18 years old by September 2026
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Self‑motivation and a logical approach to problem‑solving
• Willingness to be flexible with working hours

Working Hours

This role begins as a 39‑hour week while training (4 days on site and 1 day in college). As your experience grows, you will also gain exposure to working on one of our shift patterns that support our 24/7 operation.