Role Purpose
The Learning & Development Apprentice will support the effective delivery of training across the FPS Newcastle Site. This role ensures that all training activities—such as scheduling sessions, managing training systems, and coordinating logistics—run smoothly and professionally. The apprentice will also be trained on the company’s competency management system, gaining valuable experience in workforce capability development.
This position is ideal for someone organised, proactive, and eager to start a career in Learning and Development.
Key Responsibilities
Training Coordination & Administration
- Manage all training bookings, including scheduling, room reservations, communications, and attendee lists.
- Organise all logistical elements such as materials, equipment, meeting rooms, and access requirements.
- Maintain accurate training records in line with site, audit, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage the sites NDT Training Process including booking eye tests, managing certification and updating onsite NDT System
Training Systems Management
- Support the maintenance and administration of digital training systems and learning platforms.
- Ensure training records and data remain accurate, consistent, and compliant.
- Provide basic troubleshooting and support to employees and managers using training systems.
Competency Management
- Receive full training on the competency management system.
- Assist in collecting, maintaining, and updating competency profiles for site employees.
- Produce reports to support team leaders, trainers, and audit processes.
Operational Support
- Prioritise changing business needs and adjust tasks as required in a fast-paced environment.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the L&D function.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with stakeholders across the manufacturing site.
Apprenticeship Qualification
As part of the role, the apprentice will work towards a recognised Level 2 Business Administration Apprenticeship (or Level 3 depending on candidate experience).
Skills & Attributes Required
Essential
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Confident communicator, both written and verbal.
- Ability to think on their feet, adapt, and pivot to changing business priorities.
- Proactive, curious, and willing to learn new systems and processes.
- Comfortable using IT systems (Microsoft Office 365 or similar).
Desirable
- Interest in Learning & Development, or people-focused work.
- Previous experience in customer service, administration, or coordination roles.
- An understanding of manufacturing environments.
Development Opportunities
Throughout the apprenticeship, the individual will gain experience in:
- End‑to‑end training coordination.
- Digital learning systems and compliance tracking.
- Competency and capability management.
- Communication and stakeholder management.
- Continuous improvement within training operations.
Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
Working for you
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Technical School Internship-Entry