Mechanical Manufacturing Apprenticeship – Level 3

About the employer

Seetru Ltd are manufacturers of safety relief and other special-purpose ancillary valves for a wide range of compressed air, industrial gas, refrigerants, powder, steam, liquid and liquefied gas applications. We also manufacture liquid level gauges, primarily of two types; sight gauges and magnetic float by-pass gauges.

Seetru is a UK-based manufacturing company with strong domestic and international sales, both direct to the customer and through our extensive distributor network.


About the vacancy

We are seeking someone to undertake a four year Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Engineering Manufacturing.

This opportunity is for someone who has the drive and desire to achieve such a qualification within a caring and professional organisation.

The company is first and foremost an engineering business. It is our engineering excellence and manufacturing capability that our success relies upon.

The role gives the opportunity for the chosen candidate to start out in an engineering career. The foundation skills that will be taught and obtained through the BEMA training school coupled with various department roles within Seetru makes for a solid training path.

You will be expected to immerse yourself fully in the requirements of the Apprenticeship pathway, such as being attentive, diligent and studying for exams when necessary.

The Apprenticeship will be demanding at times but also very rewarding.

Seetru will as always be very active in supporting the training needs of the chosen candidate.


Training to be Provided

  • Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
  • Level 2 Diploma in Machining (Foundation Knowledge)
  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence)
  • Level 3 Diploma in Machining (Development Knowledge)
  • (one day per week at BEMA training Centre Yate Bristol)
  • Functional Skills level 2 English & Math’s
  • Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERRs)
  • Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
  • On the job training


Skills Required

A willingness to learn engineering skills.


Qualifications Required

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


Personal Qualities

A desire to work in engineering and with others; good timekeeping and willing to learn.


Working Week

Mon- Thurs 08.00am to 4.30pm

Fri 08.00am to 3.30pm

Number of hours per week to be worked: 39hrs.


Other Important Information

This opportunity is based in Central Bristol, BS1 6UT


Additional Questions

1) How will you travel to college and work on a weekly basis?

2) What is your work experience in engineering?


Future Prospects

Progression within the company will be supported and extra advanced training will be viewed positively.


Interview Start Date

June 2022


Possible Start Date

12th Sept 2022


Please complete and return the application form as soon as possible, so that the initial assessments may be completed and that your details can be circulated.


Closing Date

31st May 2022

Organisation name: Swatpro Academy: - Yate, Bristol

Contact name: Bryan Young

Contact email:

Contact phone number: 01454 321356

Contact website: http://www.seetru.co.uk

Type: Apprenticeships

Salary: £5.00 p/hour during year 1

Location: Albion Dockside Estate, Bristol BS1 6UT

Deadline for completed applications: Tuesday 31 May 2022

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