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Engineering Apprentice

Keolis Amey Docklands 2025 Limited • London, England, United Kingdom • £27.94k / year • 1d ago

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KeolisAmey Docklands (KAD) is proud to operate the Docklands Light Railway (DLR), serving a vibrant community across East London. We are committed to safety, innovation, and delivering an excellent customer experience — and we invest heavily in developing the next generation of engineering talent.

The Opportunity

Our Engineering Apprenticeship Programme offers a unique opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands‑on experience working on one of London’s most iconic transport systems.

We offer both Level 2 and Level 3 apprenticeship routes, with programme duration of up to 3 years depending on the level. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers across rolling stock and infrastructure, building real‑world skills while studying towards a nationally recognised engineering qualification. This is an ideal role for someone curious, practical, and keen to start a long‑term career in rail engineering.

Apprenticeships are not just for school leavers — if you have an interest in engineering and are looking for a new career direction, a skills refresh, or a structured pathway into the rail industry, we encourage you to apply.

What You’ll Do

As an Engineering Apprentice, you will:

Support maintenance and fault diagnosis of DLR rolling stock, infrastructure, and systems
Assist with planned and reactive engineering activities across mechanical, electrical, and electronic disciplines
Learn to use diagnostic tools and interpret technical drawings and documentation
Take part in safety briefings and actively contribute to a strong safety culture
Rotate through different engineering teams to gain broad experience
Attend college or training provider sessions as part of your apprenticeship programme

What You’ll Learn

During your apprenticeship, you’ll develop knowledge in:

Core engineering principles and best practices
Health, safety, and compliance in a safety-critical environment
Use of engineering tools, equipment, and software (e.g. CAD, PLCs)
Fault-finding, problem-solving, and root cause analysis
Engineering documentation and project lifecycle processes
Environmental and sustainability considerations

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English, and Science (Grade 4/C or above)
A genuine interest in engineering and technology
Eligibility to undertake an apprenticeship programme
Willingness to work some shift patterns, including nights and weekends
Due to Health & Safety requirements, you must be at least 17 years old and turning 18 by December 2026

We also value (but don’t require):

STEM projects, competitions, or coursework
Technical hobbies (DIY, electronics, coding, building or fixing things)
Work experience, part-time jobs, or volunteering that shows teamwork and responsibility
Familiarity with basic tools, software, or technical environments

Working Pattern

Full-time apprenticeship
Some shift work in line with engineering operations
Covering night shifts and weekends as required

Why Join Us?

Earn while gaining a nationally recognised qualification
Hands-on experience in a safety-critical rail environment
Supportive learning culture with experienced mentors
Clear development pathway into a long-term engineering career

Safety Commitment

Safety is our top priority. You’ll be trained and supported to work safely at all times, following KAD’s Safety Management System, policies, and environmental standards.

Equality & Inclusion
KeolisAmey Docklands is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and treat all applicants and employees fairly and with respect, regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Additional Information

If you are currently in full‑time education, we are open to discussing a suitable start date.

Closing Date: 14th February 2026