Stores & Workshop Apprentice
Location: Redhill, Surrey, UK (candidates need to be based in or around Redhill)
Salary: £13,000 Apprenticeship Salary
Employment Type: Full-Time Apprenticeship
About the Opportunity: We are supporting a leading international satellite communications, systems integration and IT engineering organisation in the search for a Stores & Workshop Apprentice to join their operations team in Redhill, Surrey.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within engineering, satellite communications, logistics, workshop operations or technical assembly. You will gain hands-on exposure across workshop activities, stores operations, equipment preparation and engineering support within a highly technical environment supporting government, maritime and enterprise communications projects globally.
The business operates internationally across satellite communications, mobility technology, systems integration and secure communications, supporting commercial, defence and government customers worldwide.
Key Responsibilities:
Workshop & Engineering Support:
- Assist with functional testing of equipment within the workshop
- Support the mechanical assembly and mounting of hardware
- Use hand tools for mechanical and electrical tasks
- Assist with drilling, tapping and cutting activities
- Prepare cables and connectors for termination
- Support assembly and wiring of 19” panel systems
- Maintain accurate workshop records and documentation
- Ensure workshop areas remain safe, clean and compliant with QHS&E procedures
Stores & Logistics Support:
- Support Goods Inwards and Goods Outwards processes
- Assist with picking, checking and packing of equipment
- Help maintain accurate stock records and serial number tracking
- Support stock takes and cycle counting activities
- Update warranty and inventory databases
- Assist with the safe handling and movement of materials and equipment
- Support general facilities and housekeeping activities across the site
- Maintain awareness of hazardous goods handling procedures and compliance requirements
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong interest in engineering, workshop operations or technical environments
- Good secondary education with strong literacy and numeracy skills
- Comfortable using computers and learning new systems quickly
- Good attention to detail, particularly around serial numbers and stock accuracy
- Physically capable of handling and moving equipment safely
- Reliable, flexible and trustworthy
- Positive attitude with willingness to learn and develop
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a team
Training Provided:
Full training will be provided, including:
- Forklift training
- Workshop-related technical training
- Health & Safety procedures
- Stores and logistics processes
- Engineering workshop support activities
Why Apply?
- Excellent entry point into the satellite communications and engineering sector
- Hands-on apprenticeship within a highly technical international business
- Exposure to engineering, logistics, workshop and systems integration activities
- Opportunity to develop practical technical skills
- Long-term career progression potential within engineering and operations environments
Please Note
- This role can involve physically demanding tasks during busy periods
- Candidates must be comfortable working in a workshop and store environment
- Accuracy and attention to detail are essential for success in the role
Application ProcessPlease submit your resume detailing your experience and qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Contact Person: Elvis Eckardt
