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Engineering Fitter Apprentice (Mechanical)

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NORTHERN SWITCHGEAR & CONTROLS LTD

UNIT 17, BURFORD WAY, BOLDON BUSINESS PARK, NE35 9PZApprenticeship

Role overview

About this role

Based on the Boldon Business Park; Boldon Colliery just off the A19, this apprenticeship role is focused on the mechanical assembly and build-up of industrial switchgear cabinets and enclosures.

Job details

Compensation

Paid opportunity

Closing date

25 June 2026

Working hours

Monday - Friday (37.5 hours per week). Times to be confirmed.

Standard

Engineering fitter (level 3)

Level 3

Location

UNIT 17, BURFORD WAY, BOLDON BUSINESS PARK, NE35 9PZ

Posted

28 May 2026

Entry requirements

Qualifications

SubjectTypeGradeStatus
maths and EnglishGCSE5/C or aboveRequired

Skills required

What they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiative

UNIT 17

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Company

NORTHERN SWITCHGEAR & CONTROLS LTD

NORTHERN SWITCHGEAR & CONTROLS LTD offers engineering or operations work where safety, quality, practical problem-solving, documentation, and teamwork are usually important.

EngineeringManufacturingInfrastructureOperations

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Preparing for NORTHERN SWITCHGEAR & CONTROLS LTD

Strong examples include hands-on projects, analytical thinking, safe working, process improvement, and communicating technical ideas clearly.

  • Use examples that show how you diagnosed a problem, tested options, and checked the result.
  • Mention safety, quality, and documentation where relevant.
  • For placement roles, show enthusiasm for learning from technicians, engineers, and operators.