Here at A&P Falmouth we are looking for a number of Apprentices to join our team in 2025.
Our Award-Winning Apprenticeships are Entry Level and perfect for School or College Leavers and Career changers, so if you are looking to set the foundations for your career in Marine ……. this might be for you!
Who are we?
A&P Falmouth is one of the largest ship-repair facilities in the UK, we provide a complete range of marine repair services thanks to our on-site engineering, fabrication, electrical and paint departments
We are a centre of excellence for MoD defence vessels, ferries, mobilisation and demobilisation works, jack-ups, pontoons and tankers.
A&P Falmouth is also a busy working port where we handle over 100,000 tonnes of product every year and in addition to this cruise ships call alongside, berthing at our dock facilities near the centre of town.
What will you do?
- As our Apprentice you’ll become an expert in time by learning your specialist skill whether you choose Marine / Mechanical Engineering, Welding / Fabrication of Steel or Pipe, Machining or Electrical work, Port Operations, IT or Procurement and Supply Chain, Business Admin or Health and Safety
- Through a blend of on the job and classroom learning you will earn while you learn and will be given all the guidance and support that you need to succeed.
- You’ll get the opportunity to work with a variety of customers to gain the perspective of different companies and train onboard vessels
Why join us?
- Our teams are passionate about the projects that we deliver and the difference they make to the lives of others, and you could be part of that. We also work within the community, support local charities and the RNLI crew
- You’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment where we provide career development and progression for those looking for it
- Financial Security with important benefits like your pension and generous life cover as part of your package
- Your qualification(s) will be fully funded, you’ll be paid a salary, and you’ll have a graduation ceremony when the time is right
- Work life balance, with 25 days of annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Maternity, Paternity and Parental leave to support you during significant life changes to help you balance your family responsibilities with work.
A&P Falmouth Apprenticeship Event 2025
We will be holding our Annual Apprenticeship Event at A&P Falmouth on Tuesday 28th January 2025, a perfect opportunity for you to find out more about the apprenticeship opportunities that A&P Falmouth can offer and the careers that they lead to.
Apprentices through to Directors will be on hand to discuss their experiences and careers. You can register your interest to attend the event on the application form.
When can I apply?
You can apply straight away. Simply click the “Apply to Position” button, fill in and submit the application questionnaire.
How does the application process work?
- Complete and submit your questionnaire and then we will be in touch
- If successful we’ll invite you to an assessment and interview at Cornwall College
- If all goes well at the College, we’ll invited you to a face-to-face interview
- If you’re successful in that interview, the next stage will be a 2-day site orientation session, then if all fits into place, you will be offered a September 2025 start.
Due to the nature of what we do for some of the customers that we work with, some roles working for A&P are subject to security control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform with us.
You must also undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check before your employment starts, which will include a basic DBS check.