Trainee Engineer Apprentice
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Engineer Apprentice at North East Automation Limited, based in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. There is an amazing opportunity to progress and grow within the company for the right candidate.
Role
Duties to include:
- Preparing for installations by reviewing installation orders; gathering equipment, supplies, and tools; coordinating schedules with customers.
- Installing equipment; running and pulling wiring; programming and calibrating equipment; adhering to codes, regulations, and standards.
- Testing equipment, connections, and signals; identifying and correcting problems.
- Maintaining records by documenting work.
- Maintaining customer rapport by resolving concerns; answering questions.
- Maintaining a safe and secure work environment by following safe practices; keeping security information confidential.
- Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
Training
The successful applicant will work towards the Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard and will also apply for their apprentice ECS card.
Will be required to attend weekly day release at Access Training on Team Valley, Gateshead
There is an excellent opportunity to develop within the company for the right candidate who is enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills. There is also the opportunity for a company vehicle in the future.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)
- Training Provider
- ACCESS TRAINING LIMITED
- Working Week
- 8.30am-5.00pm Monday to Friday.
- Expected Duration
- 3 Years
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Wednesday, 12th August 2026
- Start Date
- Monday, 17th August 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Good Timekeeping
- Flexible way of working
- Eager to learn
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
About the Employer
NORTH EAST AUTOMATION LTD
North East Automation is a young, vibrant, family-owned company with over 50 years combined experience within the electronic security industry. The company was established in the early part of 2002, and specialises in the supply and installation of security systems and access control for both commercial and domestic clients throughout the North East of England. They can supply and install a range of systems including automatic gates, barriers, turnstiles, speed lanes, bollards, electric fence, traffic management systems, perimeter protection systems, CCTV and more.