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Compressed Air & Vacuum Technician (CAVT) Apprenticeship

Telford Compressed Air Services LTD · Telford · posted 23 October 2026

Wage
£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
2 Years 3 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Compressed air and vacuum technician (level 3)
Starts
1 February 2027
Closing date
23 November 2026
Positions
2

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You will receive a combination of academic and practical training designed to develop your skills from basic engineering right up to the forefront of technology within the compressed air industry. You will receive training from various sources including a dedicated learning and development officer, The British Compressed Air Society, Cogent Skills, Experienced engineers and manufacturers alike. We have the in-house facility to deliver both academic and practical training as well as in-the-field opportunities (accompanied by experienced engineers)

You will spend 1 day per week receiving classroom training delivered by Cogent skills, 1 day per week training from our

in-house learning and development officer and 2-3 days per week working along-side experienced engineers in the field. Time will also be allocated to completing independent learning commitments tasked as part of the apprenticeship. Further into your development, time will be spent with other mentoring staff to develop a broader understanding of the compressed air industry as a whole. 

Your training

The Level 3 Compressed Air & Vacuum Technician Apprenticeship is delivered through a blended model designed to integrate with day-to-day engineering operations.

Delivery Model

  • 1 day per week online knowledge delivery
  • Regular online progress reviews
  • Scheduled workplace visits for face-to-face assessment and support
  • Workplace-based competency development
  • Industry-recognised training aligned to sector standards
  • Apprentices apply learning directly in their role, developing practical skills while maintaining operational performance.
  • Ongoing reviews ensure progress aligns with business needs and individual development. 

Where it leads

The Apprenticeship will be delivered with view to employ successful candidates on a full-time basis as an Engineer.

About Telford Compressed Air Services LTD

Established in 1994, Telford Compressed Air Services Ltd. is an industry leading, independent industrial compressed air service provider. We specialise in end-to-end management of industrial compressed air systems. Services include, Design, supply, installation, maintenance and 24/7 engineering support to our customer base. 

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsTeam workingAptitude to learnRetain new trainingCommitment to the courseAmbition to developLong-term career in industrySocial skillsFull UK Driving Licence

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 5 or C and above) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 5 or C and above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • STAFFORD PARK 1, TELFORD, TF3 3BD

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