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Engineering Operative Apprentice

Peta

Job Location:

Exton - UK

Yearly Salary: £ 15600 - 17000

Posted: 12 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 20 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you a reliable team-player with a passion for engines

PETA Ltd are looking to source an exceptional Engineering Operative Apprentice for our client Hampshire Generators based in Exton in Hampshire. This role involves working in a team learning a variety of tasks across the business.

Training to be provided:

As anEngineering Operative Apprentice you will be studying a Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship. Throughout your apprenticeship with Hampshire Generators you will be supported by your company mentor and your PETA Learning and Development Coach.
Your apprenticeship programme includes working towards a Level 2 Diploma and Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations.
Overall duration 15 months.

About the role:

Joining the team at Hampshire Generators as an Engineering Operative Apprentice you will have a willingness to learn and good communication with your team.

Your area of learning on the job will be:

Service and Repair small petrol driven generators / ancillary equipment as well as larger diesel-powered generators that use Perkins Cummins Volvo engines among others
Diagnose and troubleshoot machines and control systems in our workshop or remotely assisting customers and our own engineers
PDI Modify and Inspect Generators before despatch to customers sites
Check/Repair returned machines for warranty claims
Work with the service team and workshop foreman to ensure the workshops runs smoothly
Source and order parts for routine maintenance and repair of current and obsolete engines and generators if necessary
Talk to customers in person and on the phone to provide updates/information on jobs in progress or on completion
Complete paperwork reports and log/update/complete jobs on our service system
Occasionally visit customers sites to service and repair installed generators

What are the career prospects at Hampshire Generators

At Hampshire Generators we are a growing business with a new site and a friendly working environment. We have excellent opportunities for development and growth.
Hampshire Generators have a good track record with supporting apprentices in the business the career opportunities are varied there may be potential for:

Fulltime employment
Further personal development
Further academic development
Higher apprenticeship

Essential Skills:

An apprenticeship is all about learning new knowledge skills and behaviours therefore to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in engineering and a willingness to learn.
To be considered for the role of a Workshop Engineer Apprentice you will have an interest in technical/practical work and have a passion to work in the engineering industry.

You will also require the following skills and qualifications:

2 GCSEs at grade C (4) or above or equivalents in maths and English
Good communication
Work well in a team
Positive attitude and enthusiasm
Good at listening and following instructions

About You

About Us

Operating from the heart of Hampshire Hampshire Generators is a trading division of Excel Power Ltd backed by 30 years of experience in designing supplying installing and maintaining complete standby power systems worldwide.

Hampshire Generators stock and sell the biggest brands and names in diesel and petrol generators portable power stations solar generators and UPS systems; delivery and service available nationwide.

Benefits: