GWS Technical Engineering Apprenticeship

CBRE; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 15,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in facilities management is seeking a Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Apprentice in King's Lynn, England. This four-year apprenticeship includes on-the-job training combined with academic learning, leading to a recognized qualification. Candidates should be hands-on, passionate about engineering, and have achieved 5 GCSEs. Responsibilities include attending college, achieving professional registration, and maintaining a logbook. Join us for an exciting career path with a respected organization.

Qualifications

• Must have achieved 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths.
• Candidates must provide proof of residency in the UK/EU for the last 3 years.
• Understanding and interpreting engineering drawings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Attend college to complete Level 2 and Level 3 engineering maintenance apprenticeship.
• Maintain a logbook to record projects and work skills.
• Carry out maintenance tasks from written instructions.

Skills

Hands-on individual

Passion for engineering

Understanding of Health and Safety

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent at Grade 4 or above

Job description

Overview

King's Lynn, England, United Kingdom. Unlock Your Engineering Potential: Join CBRE's Next-Gen Apprenticeship Programme!
Job Title: Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Apprentice
Business Unit: Global Workplace Solutions
Geographic Area: UK – King's Lynn/Norfolk
Closing Date: 9th March 2026

Are you a hands-on individual with a passion for engineering and a hunger for learning? CBRE, the global leader in facilities management, invites you to kickstart an exciting journey with our Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Apprenticeship leading to a nationally recognised qualification and accreditation.

Responsibilities

• During this four-year programme, you will be assigned to one of our Business Unit’s engineering teams at client locations where you will combine on-the-job learning with academic study. This includes but is not limited to:
• Attending college to complete your Level 2 and Level 3 engineering maintenance apprenticeship programme-based framework, with day release leading to recognised NVQ qualifications.
• Achieving professional Engineering Technician (EngTech Level 3) registration on completion of the NVQ.
• Maintaining a logbook throughout the apprenticeship to record projects, work undertaken, and skills learned.
• Learning and understanding the importance of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Becoming proficient in the use of a wide range of hand tools and workshop machine tools.
• Understanding and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance from written instructions and drawings within an assigned trade.
• Undertaking tasks as instructed to increase contribution to the business unit.
• Ensuring general good housekeeping of the workplace and client locations.

Who We’re Looking For

• You must be on track to achieve or have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSEs, or equivalent, at Grade 4 or above, including English and Maths.
• Candidates must have 3 years residency in the UK/EU. Candidates may be asked to provide passport/residency/evidence of EU settled status and, in some cases, evidence of living in the UK/EU for the last 3 years.

The Application Process

• Online job-focused testing
• Onsite interview
• We do not sponsor visas at the apprentice level; therefore, learners on a student visa are not eligible for this programme.

We are seeking candidates who are aligned to our RISE values and ways of working:

• Respect – We act with consideration for others’ ideas and share information openly to inspire trust and encourage collaboration.
• Integrity – Honesty and fairness are essential to the way we treat people and the way we do business. We do what we say we will do.
• Service – We go the extra mile to provide services that meet or exceed our client’s expectations. We will offer only the highest quality solutions. We aim to be our client’s best service provider in everything we do.
• Excellence – We focus on creating winning outcomes for our clients and employees. We look for innovation and continuous improvement in quality, service, productivity, and efficiency in all aspects of our business.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

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