National Apprenticeship Festival

9th - 15th February 2026

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Intermediate Apprenticeship (Level 2) Engineering Operative

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Role overview

Level: 2
Duration: 21 months

Code: EN2SDP041C0

Maintenace covers:

Maintenance planning

Diagnostic and fault finding techniques

Specific safe working practices, maintenance procedures and environmental regulations that need to be observed.

Carryout fault location on appropriate equipment using suitable maintenance diagnostic techniques.

Carryout maintenance activities in line with work instructions.

Carryout tests on the maintained equipment in accordance with test schedule/defined test procedures.

Follow appropriate completion activities and restore equipment to service by replacing or repairing components.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above which should include English and Maths or a suitable qualification at Level 1 with a merit grade. Students with lower grades or relevant experience will also be considered, subject to an additional assessment and/or a supporting reference from tutor, school or employer. You will need to be employed in the sector with a contract of employment.

Programme includes

Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)

Complying with Statutory Regulations and Organisational Safety Requirements

Working Efficiently and Effectively in Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering

Using and Communicating Technical Information

Producing Components Using Hand fitting Techniques

Maintaining Mechanical Devices and Equipment

Maintaining electrical equipment/systems

General Welding Applications

Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Knowledge)

Engineering Environment Awareness

Engineering Techniques

Engineering Mathematics and Science Principles

Manual Welding Techniques

Engineering Maintenance Techniques

Engineering Maintenance Planning

Fitting and Assembly Techniques

Progression opportunities

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Metal Fabrication, Plate Welder, Engineering technician, Mechatronics Maintenance Technician, Product Design and Development Technician, Toolmaker and Tool and Die Maintenance Technician Technical Support Technician, Maintenance and operations engineering technician or Engineering fitted

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