Take Off Your Career: Repair and Overhaul Apprentice
Do you have a passion for aviation? Are you curious about how aircraft components work and love hands-on challenges? If you’re excited about mechanics, engineering, and aviation technology, this is your chance to launch an incredible career! Join us at Woodward Prestwick as a Repair and Overhaul Apprentice and turn your curiosity into expertise in the aerospace industry.
Why This Apprenticeship is Your Perfect Flight Path
This isn’t just a job - it’s your ticket to a career in aviation. Here’s what makes this opportunity stand out:
- Earn While You Learn: Get paid while gaining real-world experience working on aircraft components alongside industry experts.
- Aviation Expertise: Master the skills needed to repair, assemble, and overhaul aircraft parts using advanced tools and techniques.
- Career Growth: Build a strong foundation with hands-on training and formal coursework designed to prepare you for a future in aerospace.
- Supportive Crew: Work with a team that values mentorship, collaboration, and innovation, helping you reach new heights.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Repair and Overhaul Apprentice, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and repairing aircraft components, ensuring they’re ready for flight. Your tasks will include:
- Using specialised tools and equipment to repair and overhaul aircraft parts and assemblies.
- Working with programs like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to manage tasks and documentation.
- Following assigned tasks with guidance from your mentor or supervisor.
- Collaborating with other departments to meet strict aviation deadlines.
- Completing college coursework with full support when needed.
- Sharing ideas, asking questions, and working closely with your team to solve challenges.
- Keeping your workspace clean, organised, and safe while promoting teamwork.
You’ll also rotate through different areas of the business to gain wide-ranging skills and experience in aviation repair and overhaul.
What Makes You a Great Fit for Aviation?
You don’t need to be an expert yet - we’ll help you get there! But here’s what will set you up for success:
- Basic knowledge of hand tools (like wrenches, hammers, and screwdrivers).
- Strong communication skills - written and spoken - are essential for teamwork and aviation safety protocols.
- A love for problem-solving and troubleshooting aircraft components.
- Confidence using computers and bespoke software.
- Good time-management and organisational skills to meet deadlines.
- A positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and pride in your work.
- Flexibility to adapt, work independently, or collaborate with a team.
Your Qualifications
- Education: SVQ Level 2/SCQF Level 5 in Performing Engineering Operations (or equivalent).
- Experience: Any background in engineering, mechanics, or technical work (especially aviation) is a bonus - but not required.
- Driving License: Preferred, but not essential.
Your Flight Schedule
- Monday to Thursday: 7.42am – 4.00pm
- Friday: 7.42am – 1.54pm
- One day a week at Ayrshire College (Kilmarnock Campus) during term time to focus on your studies.
Why Choose Woodward Prestwick?
At Woodward, this isn’t just a job - it’s the start of an exciting career in aviation repair and overhaul operations. Here’s why you’ll want to be part of our team:
- We specialise in aerospace innovation, teamwork, and personal development.
- You’ll gain hands-on experience working on aircraft components with world-class experts.
- We’re here to guide and support you every step of the way, giving you the tools to succeed in aviation.
Ready to Launch Your Career?
Are you ready to take the first step into the world of aviation? We want to hear from YOU!
Apply now to become a Repair and Overhaul Apprentice at Woodward Prestwick and let’s build your future in aerospace together.
Closing date: 31 January 2026