Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship

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Ready to start a rewarding career as an Engineering Technician? Our 4-year Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship offers the chance to earn while you learn, gain industry‑recognised qualifications, and play a vital role in supporting the Royal Navy’s fleet at HM Naval Base Clyde.

As a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprentice, you’ll be part of a skilled team responsible for the maintenance, upgrades, and repairs of ships and submarines. Your work will help ensure the operational readiness of the Royal Navy vessels.

• Carry out fitting activities, inspections, and repairs on refrigeration systems and equipment.
• Maintain chilled water plants, cool and cold rooms, and perform general refrigeration maintenance, including pressure testing.
• Identify and rectify system defects and implement alterations to maintain performance and availability of submarines, surface vessels, and estate facilities.
• Work safely within all Health & Safety legislation, following Safe Systems of Work and current policies.
• Perform tasks in confined spaces, working comfortably in restricted environments.

As part of your apprenticeship, you will receive training both on‑site and mal qualifications will be achieved progressively over the course of the programme, as outlined:

Future prospects:
At the end of your programme, you'll be ready to take on the role of a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineering Technician at Babcock.

• National Level 5 qualifications (or equivalent) in Mathematics, English, and a Science or technical subject, with grades A–C.
• Two additional qualifications at National Level 4 or 5 (or above), with grades A–C.
• May be subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions.

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This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme; if you identify yourself as disabled and meet the minimum criteria, you should be offered an interview.