The Role
Assist with installing, repairing, maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting mechanical systems and equipment, including pipework, valves, and mechanical plant. Learn to interpret drawings and schematics, use hand and power tools, and follow safety standards. The apprenticeship requires college attendance, internal training, aptitude testing, a trial period, GCSE passes in Maths, English, and Science, and obtaining a full UK driving licence within two years.
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General roles and responsibilities
• Assist in the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Learn to read and interpret building drawings, diagrams, and schematics.
• Assist in the installation of mechanical components such as pipework, valves, and mechanical plant.
• Learn to use hand and power tools to complete tasks.
• Assist in the testing and troubleshooting of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Ensure that all work is completed safely and in accordance with industry standards and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors and office staff.
• Continuously learn and develop new skills in the mechanical trade.
What we expect from you
• 100% attendance and commitment to college.
• Timely completion of internal training.
• Positive attitude towards work including college.
• Appropriate work attitude and PPE to be worn on all GML and client sites.
• Attain a full UK Driving Licence within the first two years of your apprenticeship.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism including punctuality and reliability.
Requirements to on-board.
• Register with our chosen college and complete an enrolment test.
• Successfully complete a 4–6-week trial period.
• Successfully pass the GML apprentice aptitude test.
• Achieve or have achieved a pass or above in Maths, English and Science at GCSE level.
What do you get working for us?
• 24 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday.
• Private healthcare.
• Private dental care.
• Life Insurance.
• A toolkit
• Eligibility for the tool re-payment scheme.
• Entry into the EOT scheme after 1 year of employment.
• A designated experienced mentor throughout your apprenticeship.
What happens after my apprenticeship is completed?
While we are unable to guarantee full-time employment at the end of your apprenticeship, we annually assess our staffing needs for Mechanical positions. Should a vacancy become available, you will have the opportunity to interview for the position. We encourage apprentices to demonstrate their skills and commitment during their apprenticeship, as this will enhance their chances of being considered for permanent positions within our organisation.
Job requirements
Requirements to on-board.
• Register with our chosen college and complete an enrolment test.
• Successfully complete a 4–6-week trial period.
• Successfully pass the GML apprentice aptitude test.
• Achieve or have achieved a pass or above in Maths, English and Science at GCSE level.
• Assist in the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Learn to read and interpret building drawings, diagrams, and schematics.
• Assist in the installation of mechanical components such as pipework, valves, and mechanical plant.
• Learn to use hand and power tools to complete tasks.
• Assist in the testing and troubleshooting of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Ensure that all work is completed safely and in accordance with industry standards and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors and office staff.
• Continuously learn and develop new skills in the mechanical trade.
What we expect from you
• 100% attendance and commitment to college.
• Timely completion of internal training.
• Positive attitude towards work including college.
• Appropriate work attitude and PPE to be worn on all GML and client sites.
• Attain a full UK Driving Licence within the first two years of your apprenticeship.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism including punctuality and reliability.
Requirements to on-board.
• Register with our chosen college and complete an enrolment test.
• Successfully complete a 4–6-week trial period.
• Successfully pass the GML apprentice aptitude test.
• Achieve or have achieved a pass or above in Maths, English and Science at GCSE level.
What do you get working for us?
• 24 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday.
• Private healthcare.
• Private dental care.
• Life Insurance.
• A toolkit
• Eligibility for the tool re-payment scheme.
• Entry into the EOT scheme after 1 year of employment.
• A designated experienced mentor throughout your apprenticeship.
What happens after my apprenticeship is completed?
While we are unable to guarantee full-time employment at the end of your apprenticeship, we annually assess our staffing needs for Mechanical positions. Should a vacancy become available, you will have the opportunity to interview for the position. We encourage apprentices to demonstrate their skills and commitment during their apprenticeship, as this will enhance their chances of being considered for permanent positions within our organisation.
Job requirements
Requirements to on-board.
• Register with our chosen college and complete an enrolment test.
• Successfully complete a 4–6-week trial period.
• Successfully pass the GML apprentice aptitude test.
• Achieve or have achieved a pass or above in Maths, English and Science at GCSE level.
Skills Required
- Register with the chosen college and complete an enrolment test
- Successfully complete a 4-6-week trial period
- Successfully pass the GML apprentice aptitude test
- Achieve or have achieved a pass or above in GCSE Maths, English, and Science
- Maintain 100% attendance and commitment to college
- Complete internal training on time
- Obtain a full UK driving licence within the first two years of the apprenticeship
- Wear appropriate work attire and PPE on company and client sites
- Demonstrate punctuality, reliability, professionalism, and a positive work attitude
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The Company
What We Do
Group Metropolitan is a UK turnkey construction and engineering contractor that combines main-contractor management with in-house trades. The company delivers consultancy, main contracting, mechanical and electrical (M&E) services, fit-out, building-management systems, commissioning, critical-power, compliance and small-project work. It focuses particularly on complex projects in financial-services, commercial-office and data-centre environments, emphasizing safe delivery, reliability, continuity and minimal disruption in live buildings.
