Engineering Support Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3)

About the Employer:

Apex Pumps is a company based on the skills of its people. We have been producing high specification centrifugal pumps since 1988, with many thousand operating both within the UK and worldwide on installations where efficiency and reliability are of prime importance, and we have earned an enviable reputation for the quality and endurance of our products.

We design and build all our pumps at our site in Bristol and are very proud to be British made. Apex Pumps design and manufacture a wide range of centrifugal pumps for industry, building services, aquaculture, petrochemical plant and many other similar demanding applications.

Overview of Role:

Apex Pumps have an opportunity within our production team. This vacancy will include both training at the Swatpro Academy BEMA and on site at our works, with training provided by dedicated and skilled engineers and covering the following skills areas:-

• Engineering administration
• Engineering design
• Machining and Fitting

At the end of the training it is expected that you will be Integral member of the Engineering Team

Full Description:

Based at our production facility in Bristol, where we produce a diverse range of centrifugal pump components. The engineering support technician will report directly to the engineering team leader, providing technical assistance to the existing engineering and manufacturing team. This includes:

• Prepare basic general assembly / cross-sections using 2D/3D computer aided design (CAD).
• Configure detailed product specifications and Bill of materials (BOMs).
• Manage Business management system database with detailed parts specification and sourcing information.
• Continuously developing and improving designs, working within company process and procedures
• Contribute to business continuous improvement projects to improve Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery performance.
• Be responsible for the quality, accuracy and timely completion of the work they undertake.
• Work both individually and as part of a larger team.
• Work within the relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and guidance.

All training will go towards Level 3 Advanced qualification and will be delivered in partnership with the Swatpro Academy BEMA in Yate. Daily duties will be discussed with the successful candidate and developed to meet the aspirations of the individual in line with company requirements.

What is the excepted progression after this apprenticeship:

The apprenticeship aims to provide the participants with the training opportunities to gain a broad range of manufacturing & engineering technical skills, so that once qualified you will be highly regarded by the company.

Apex Pumps has apprentice qualified persons at all levels of the business. As a growing company there are opportunities arising across the business. Completion of the Level 3 Apprenticeship could lead to further qualifications or higher education.

Duration: 48 Months: Block release for skills trainng and day release for college.
Working week: Block release at the Swatpro Academy hours / timings tbc. Monday – Thursday 7AM – 3.30PM and Friday 7AM – 12PM (39 hours/week)
Vacancies: 1
Wage: £8.00 per hour

Training provided by Swatpro Academy - BEMA in Yate.

Desired Skills:

• Pragmatic and structured problem solving
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently
• Active listening, comprehension and deliberation

Personal Traits & Behaviours:

• Conscientious and self-disciplined
• Drive and enthusiasm
• Adaptable and flexible
• Reliable
• Organised
• Attention to detail

Qualifications Required:

4 GCSEs - Math’s, English & Science at Grade 5-9 essential. (or equivalent)

Additional benefits:

• Company bonus scheme
• Pay reviewed in line with performance

Closing Date 15th of July 2026

Possible start date: September 2026.

Please complete one of our application forms and send it, along with your current CV, to admin@bema.co.uk. If you are applying for a specific vacancy, please include the company name in your email to apply. Alternatively, you can simply apply for an apprenticeship without specifying a vacancy. We will contact you with further information and details about available apprenticeships and vacancies.

Organisation name: Apex Fluid Engineering LTD t/a Apex Pumps

Contact name: Bryan Young

Contact email:

Contact phone number: 01454 321356

Contact website: https://www.bema.co.uk/

Type: Apprenticeships

Salary: £8.00 per hour

Location: Bristol