Apprentice Gate Automation Engineer
Kick-start your engineering career with OUTCO! Learn to install, maintain and repair automated gates, barriers and security systems while gaining hands-on experience and a recognised qualification. Work alongside experienced engineers, earn while you learn and build a long-term career in engineering.
Role
As an Apprentice Gate Automation Engineer, you'll gain practical experience working alongside qualified engineers on a variety of projects.
Your duties will include:
- Assisting with the installation of automated gates, barriers and bollards.
- Learning electrical wiring, testing and fault-finding techniques.
- Helping install and maintain access control and intercom systems.
- Supporting routine servicing, maintenance and repairs.
- Using specialist engineering tools and testing equipment.
- Reading and understanding technical drawings and specifications.
- Identifying faults and helping engineers find practical solutions.
- Following health and safety procedures on customer sites.
- Developing professional communication and customer service skills.
- You'll receive full training and support as you develop your engineering knowledge and confidence.
Training
Training will be delivered through a combination of practical, hands-on experience alongside qualified engineers and structured learning with Train'd Up.
Apprentices will receive ongoing support from experienced engineers and a dedicated Train'd Up Training Officer, with regular reviews to monitor progress and develop their skills.
Training will take place primarily in the workplace and at customer sites, with additional learning arranged as required.
This apprenticeship is offered on a fixed-term contract, with the intention of progressing into a permanent, full-time position upon successful completion.
There are excellent opportunities to develop into a qualified Gate Automation Engineer, with potential future progression into specialist engineering, senior engineering or supervisory roles within OUTCO.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Engineering operative (level 2)
- Training Provider
- Train'd UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED
- Working Week
- Monday to Friday, full-time. Working hours may vary depending on operational requirements and travel to customer sites. Occasional early starts may be required. Exact working hours will be confirmed by the employer.
- Expected Duration
- 1 Year
- Positions Available
- 2
- Closing Date
- Saturday, 12th December 2026
- Start Date
- Sunday, 13th December 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade C/4 or above (Desired)
- Maths GCSE, grade C/4 or above (Desired)
- Driving Licence Driving Licence, grade Pass (Essential)