Meet Brent, a 22-year-old machining technician apprentice at Veqter. After leaving hospitality to follow his passion for engineering, he’s gaining hands-on skills through an apprenticeship that’s fast-tracking his career.
This year, BEMA's Open Day has experienced unprecedented demand, with tickets being released three times to accommodate eager attendees. This surge in interest showcases the enthusiasm of individuals pursuing careers in engineering.
Christmas Jumper Day is a festive occasion that brings us together to celebrate the holiday season while supporting a cause close to many of our hearts.
“It’s about understanding how the industry works and building the confidence to take on challenges. I feel like I’m developing both technical abilities and personal skills that will stay with me for life.”
On Thursday, July 17th, 2025, BEMA and Swatpro will come together to host a special evening to celebrate the achievements of our apprentices. The Awards Evening will be held at Chipping Sodbury Town Hall for invited guests.
"To anyone considering an apprenticeship, I urge you to embrace the opportunity."
Join us for a follow-up to our successful February Open Day at BEMA, where you'll have the opportunity to discuss current vacancies in the engineering sector. This is a fantastic chance to engage with our experienced trainers and peers.
As the Christmas break approaches, these apprentices will return to their respective companies, where they will apply their newly acquired knowledge until, they resume their studies at Swatpro Engineering at BEMA in January 25.
Joe Cox knew that a Level 3 Apprenticeship as a Fitter Engineer was the route to his desired career as a fully qualified service engineer.
“A highlight in the calendar is the awards evening for the apprentices, employers, parents and staff giving recognition to the progress they have made towards their apprenticeship and career in engineering”.
This week we attended King's Oak Academy Year 11 and post 16 Careers & Education Fair. What a buzz there was!
BEMA is continuing to inspire future engineers, working with schools in the area. Throughout the year we promote apprenticeship opportunities at school fairs.
Our recent open day at the British Engineering Manufacturers Association (BEMA) centre at Yate, near Bristol, showcased the training work apprentices there undertake for blue-chip companies from across the West of England.
I felt the best thing was to get education and learn on the job, somewhere I could progress"