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Level 2 Apprentice Fitter & Service Engineer

R H F Fans LTD · Northbank Ind Park · posted 8 September 2026

Wage
£16,224 a year
Hours
39 hours a week
Duration
11 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Engineering operative (level 2)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
25 September 2026
Positions
1

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Start in the workshop.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Read engineering drawings
  • Prepare components for assembly
  • Build fan assemblies using hand tools, air tools, jigs and fixtures
  • Use measuring equipment and gauges
  • Check your work to make sure everything is accurate and safe
  • Carry out quality checks
  • Keep your workspace safe and organised

Then learn how to fix things.

As your skills develop, you’ll learn how to:

  • Take apart and rebuild industrial fans
  • Replace bearings
  • Align drives and tension belts
  • Inspect impellers and components
  • Use diagnostic techniques to identify faults
  • Work out why something has failed, rather than simply replacing a part
  • Prepare tools and equipment for customer jobs

Then take your skills on the road. You’ll accompany an experienced engineer on customer visits across the UK.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Diagnose faults on industrial fans
  • Carry out maintenance and repairs
  • Understand vibration analysis and trim balancing
  • Test repaired equipment and return it to service
  • Follow site safety procedures and permits
  • Communicate professionally with customers
  • Complete service reports

As you progress, you’ll be trusted to take on more responsibility, with an experienced engineer alongside you throughout your apprenticeship.

Your training

  • Standard: Level 2 Engineering Operative (ST0537), maintenance specialism
  • Qualifications achieved: Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills) and Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Engineering Operations (Knowledge)
  • Duration: approximately 12 months on-programme, plus an end-point assessment period
  • Off-the-job training: a minimum of 300 hours, delivered by Train’d Up
  • English and maths: Level 1 as a minimum, with the Level 2 test sat before end-point assessment. Where these are not already held they are worked towards as part of the apprenticeship
  • Progress reviews: held regularly with the workplace mentor, the Service Manager and the training provider

Where it leads

This apprenticeship is designed to give you a pathway into a permanent engineering role with RHF Fans, subject to business need.

You could progress into a career as a:

  • Fitter
  • Service Engineer
  • Maintenance Engineer
  • Mechanical Engineer

The service engineer pathway could eventually take you further afield, including opportunities for overseas travel.

A full UK driving licence isn’t required to start the apprenticeship, but you’ll need to work towards one if you want to progress into the qualified service engineer role.

About R H F Fans LTD

RHF Fans is a family-owned and operated business. Founded in 1981, our passion for fan manufacturing has been passed down through generations. Our pride in our heritage, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence have helped us maintain our ISO9001 certification.

We have been at the forefront of energy efficiency in fan manufacturing, consistently delivering precision-engineered solutions that have set industry standards. But our success wouldn’t be possible without our highly skilled workshop and office staff. With decades of experience, our team ensures that every fan we produce meets the highest quality and performance standards.

Things to consider

You don’t need previous engineering experience.

We’re recruiting for aptitude and potential, not a long list of qualifications.

You’ll be a great fit if you:

  • Enjoy finding out how things work
  • Like fixing, building or taking things apart
  • Enjoy practical, hands-on work
  • Are naturally curious and like solving problems
  • Can follow instructions and work methodically
  • Take pride in doing a job properly
  • Are reliable and have good timekeeping
  • Communicate well with other people
  • Are comfortable working as part of a team
  • Are willing to learn from experienced engineers and take feedback on board

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English language (grade 3) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 3) — essential
  • GCSE Science (or STEM based subject) (grade 3) — desired

Where you'll work

  • UNIT 2, FERROUS WAY GILCHRIST RD, NORTHBANK IND PARK, IRLAM, M44 5FS

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