Project Control Apprentice

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Leonardo offers a range of Apprenticeships from 2-4 years across a variety of STEM and business routes, providing paid training combined with on‑the‑job learning to give a practical start to your career.

As a globally renowned company, we offer competitive starting salaries and support your academic learning through to qualifications, so you won’t need to take on debt. We help you settle into your new location, familiarise yourself with the team, and provide a warm welcome from day one. Our Early Careers team at each site ensures your study time is protected and gives you access to digital learning, local community and STEM projects, enhancing many aspects of each programme.

Project Controls is a fundamental discipline that ensures the safe, stable execution of projects and helps achieve business growth. The role focuses on scheduling, planning, risk management, resource allocation, performance metrics and change management, and is integral to an Integrated Project Team delivering successful projects. This apprenticeship will enable you to develop a strong foundation in Project Controls while experiencing diverse operational contexts.

• Grow your knowledge of an engineering business and understand the role of a Project Controller by working within our Functional and Integrated Project Teams.
• Develop and utilise key Project Controls skills, including processes, tools and methodologies.
• Support early‑career activities, such as working as a STEM ambassador in schools, colleges and universities.

Minimum: 5 GCSE grades 4‑9 (or A*‑C) including Maths and English.

Salary: £17,850 per annum.

Security Clearance:
The role requires pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Additional National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply (SC or DV).

• Time to recharge – generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi‑days each year.
• Secure your future – award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your wellbeing matters – free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
• Rewarding performance – all employees eligible for the bonus scheme.
• Join in our success – annual Employee Stock Ownership Plan providing share ownership opportunities.
• Tailored perks – spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits, including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.

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Location:

GB – Luton – Cap. Green 300
Contract Type: Fixed term
Hybrid Working: Hybrid