Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship

Overview

Want to get your career off to a flying start? The sky’s the limit with TUI. We’re the world’s number one tourism business, operating in around 180 destinations worldwide. As part of our Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship, you’ll spend four invaluable years working right at the heart of our business.

With over 130 aircraft in our fleet, we rely on our Group Airlines from around Europe to fly customers to our worldwide destinations in a safe and enjoyable way.

Our Engineering & Maintenance team manages the serviceability of our aircraft to support TUI Airline’s flying schedule, working to enhance our operation and customer experience, with a focus on digitalisation

You’ll work on some of the highest-tech aircraft currently in operation and ensure the safe and reliable operation of our fleet

As an Aircraft Engineering Apprentice, you’ll:

• Support live aircraft maintenance under the supervision of licensed engineers
• Help carry out minor repairs and modifications on TUI and third‑party aircraft
• Rotate across engineering teams to gain a broad understanding of the operation
• Learn how we keep safety, quality and compliance at the heart of everything we do
• Develop your technical knowledge through hands‑on experience and structured learning
• Gain exposure to engineering activity across UK bases and potentially Europe
• Spend time in a classroom environment, learning engineering theory and demonstrating knowledge through exams and coursework

All apprentice engineers must be able to:

• Work in confined spaces, such as aircraft fuel tanks
• Work at height using harnesses and mobile working platforms
• Wear respiratory protective equipment and pass face‑fit testing
• Pass an annual medical assessment
• Interpret Aircraft Maintenance Manuals
• Successfully complete CAA‑related engineering examinations