Technical Apprentice

As an apprentice at Sepura, you’ll gain invaluable practical experience and training, working side by side with experienced colleagues who will support you as you learn on-the-job. 

Role

Your role will be varied and depending on which department you are working in - you may be learning about:

  • Mechanical testing, where you'll gain insight into mechanical test systems and instrumentation
  • Quality management and internal auditing, helping you understand how we maintain high standards and continuously improve our processes
  • Working in a customer support team or in a development environment
  • You'll also learn about the work of Product Management, which will broaden your understanding of how products are developed and managed throughout their lifecycle
  • Along the way, you’ll be building professional relationships with both colleagues and clients, which is key to thriving in our environment

Training

For the first 12 to 18 months of your apprenticeship, depending on your placement, you will spend time rotating through a number of key departments across the company (such as Quality, Test & Integration, Mechanical Verification, Customer Support and Product Management) before finding your niche and where you want to specialise

It’s an exciting time to join the Sepura team as we launch our apprenticeship scheme with roles due to commence in September 2026

Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll have clear objectives to help guide your progress, and you’ll also be studying towards a Level 4 qualification in Engineering Manufacturing at Cambridge Regional College

  • Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be offered an appropriate role and there’s even the possibility of support for further studies to help you continue developing your career
Apprenticeship Standard
Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
Training Provider
CAMBRIDGE REGIONAL COLLEGE
Working Week
Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday, 8.30am - 12.30pm.
Expected Duration
4 Years
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Monday, 31st August 2026
Start Date
Monday, 21st September 2026

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Enthusiasm and resilience

Qualifications

  • English Language GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)

About the Employer

Sepura Ltd
Sepura is a technology company headquartered in the UK that specialises in designing cutting-edge digital radios and communication solutions. Our devices are trusted by emergency services and other critical industries such as Police Officers, Firefighters, Ambulance teams, as well as workers in industries such as mining, transport, utilities and oil & gas. At Sepura, we’re committed to keeping people connected reliably and securely—even in the most challenging or hazardous environments. All our radios are designed and built at our Headquarters in Waterbeach, Cambridge, and distributed to organisations in over 100 countries. This global reach ensures that communication is clearer, safer, and more dependable when it matters most. Our products and solutions make a real difference, saving lives every day by enabling teams to stay in touch during critical moments. We also invest significantly in research and development, continuously exploring and developing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Job Details

Company
Sepura Ltd
Location
9000 Cambridge Research Park, Beach Drive, Waterbeach, Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Higher Apprenticeship
Salary
£17,000 a year
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