Electro-Mechanical Apprentice

We are looking for an Electro‑mechanical Apprentice to support the continued growth of our Aberdeen Business Unit and ensure we can meet increasing demand across the Oil & Gas, Marine and Renewables sectors. The position will help strengthen our workshop and site service capabilities by developing a skilled technician who can perform inspection, overhaul and repair activities on rotating equipment under expert supervision.

As an Electro‑mechanical Apprentice, you will follow a structured training programme designed to develop skills and competence in the inspection, overhaul, repair, and maintenance of rotating machinery used across various industrial sectors, including Oil & Gas and Marine.

This apprenticeship combines practical workplace training with academic study delivered through block release at Tullos Training Campus, Aberdeen
.

During the apprenticeship, all duties will be carried out under supervision. Upon successful completion of the programme, responsibilities will include:

• Performing electro‑mechanical repairs, servicing and overhaul of AC and DC rotating equipment
• Working on rotating machines in both safe and hazardous (explosive atmosphere) environments
• Rewinding electric motors and generators
• Supporting site‑based and offshore service activities
• Assisting with condition monitoring services

This programme leads to a Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering (SCQF Level
6), equivalent to an SQA Higher.

• A National Certificate (NC) in an engineering discipline at SCQF Level 6 (e.g., Engineering Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering)
• Core units of an SVQ in Performing Engineering Operations (PEO) at SCQF Level 5
• Structured workplace learning supervised by experienced personnel
• Block release training at Tullos Training Campus, Aberdeen
• National 5 (or equivalent) including Mathematics, English, and a Science subject
• Eligibility to enrol on the relevant training programme
• Ability and willingness to travel to training locations and customer sites as required
• Ability to commit to the full 48‑month programme
• A disciplined and responsible approach to safety‑critical work
• Motivation to complete both academic and practical elements of the programme
• Reliability, punctuality and a willingness to learn

Quartzelec is an equal opportunities employer.