Apprentice Supplier

Work for the world you want to live in.

Wouldn’t you want to live in a world where people, populations and the planet thrive? Where technology protects rather than threatens. Where societies feel safe and secure. Where cities and continents feel part of one global community. 

We’re an international aerospace, defence and security company, with sites all-round the UK, that do loads of exciting and important things to make the world safer and more secure. We defend nations, save lives and protect communities around the globe.

Aviation
In the civil sector, our highly trained pilots and medical staff provide aerial emergency medical services, aerial search and rescue operations and aerial firefighting missions, supported by our in-house engineering teams and operational control centres. In the defence sector, our skilled engineers, ground support staff and training instructors deliver military flying training, air station support and integrated engineering services to armies, navies and air forces in Europe.

Are you ready to help us create a safe and secure world, together?

Supplier Apprentice

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join us an apprentice to be trained as a skilled supplier for Babcock International. Responsible to the Supply Manager and their Supervisors for the efficient and timely completion of supply activities within their area of responsibility in accordance with extant MoD / RAF & Babcock Directives, Publications and Instructions. You will be assisting in providing logistical support to the Station’s operational output whilst ensuring we are compliant with policies and processes.

This 30 Month apprenticeship will be completed within the RAF Valley HADES Supply Department. The apprenticeship is awarded by Pearson and provided / assessed by Arfon Dwyfor Training Ltd.

Assistance in the successful fulfilment of the contracted tasking for Supply. Ensuring that all activities within the Department are carried out to a high quality standard and in accordance with the appropriate standards, practices, technical publications, and procedures. 
Maintenance and stock management of the Unit Materiel Account in accordance with current regulations. 
Operate Log IS computer systems as required and with the appropriate training.
Record, store and access information relevant to the organisation (MODNET).
Ensuring a high level of housekeeping, cleanliness and security are maintained.

What you’ll need:  

Current Full Car Driving Licence
Computer Literate and familiar with MS Excel / Word 
A minimum GCSE’s at Grade 4 (C) in Maths & English
Ability to achieve numeracy and literacy Level 2

What you’ll get
 

Generous benefits including:
•    Very competitive starting salary
•    Fully funded qualifications - level 2 & 3 in Warehousing and Storage
•    Personal development training and opportunities
•    Pension scheme with employee contributions matched up to 8% of salary
•    25 days holidays plus bank holidays
•    Flexible working (by local arrangement)
•    Discounted shopping and half-price cinema tickets
•    Cycle to work scheme

Before you start your Babcock application, please ensure that your web browser is up to date. Then, simply fill out the application form and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can with the next steps.

Babcock International 
Work for the world you want to live in. Work to leave a positive legacy that is felt for generations. Work as one team, one Babcock and create a safe a secure world, together.

For over 130 years, we have helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. Change begins with our people and our shared Principles: be curious; be courageous; own and deliver; think: outcomes; collaborate, and be kind. These values not only guide the way we work but also our efforts to reach net-zero carbon. Yes, our ambitions are big, but together, we can achieve them.

Application Guidance
All applications should be made online. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at the interview.

For help with your application and advice on your CV please visit https://www.babcockinternational.com/careers/apprenticeships/

If you have any questions about your application please contact us on: recruitment.earlycareers@babcockinternational.com

Good luck!

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