Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3 – Dual Discipline)
Overview
The Engineering Maintenance Technician Level 3 (Dual Discipline) Apprenticeship is designed to develop highly versatile engineers who can maintain, fault find, and optimise plant and equipment across multiple engineering disciplines.
At Elevated Knowledge, we focus on producing well-rounded, multi-skilled maintenance technicians who can confidently work across systems, helping businesses reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and keep operations running smoothly.
This is a core and options-based apprenticeship, with learners specialising in one of the following dual disciplines:
- Electrical & Control and Instrumentation
- Electrical & Mechanical
- Apprenticeship Level: Level 3 (equivalent to A Level)
- Typical Duration: 48 months (+ 4 month End-Point Assessment period)
- Minimum Off-the-Job Training: 835 hours
- Apprenticeship Category: Engineering and Manufacturing
- Maximum Government Funding: £27,000
- Delivery: Two delivery options available:
- Local – Can be delivered on block release to our training centre. Includes practical training and F2F technical certificate option (48 months plus 4 months EPA)
- Nationally – Can be delivered via in-company training tasks (subject to there being a suitably qualified mentor in company) plus online knowledge delivery on a day release basis (48 months plus 4 months EPA)
Occupational Summary
Engineering Maintenance Technicians (Dual Discipline) are responsible for maintaining the safe and efficient operation of plant, machinery, and equipment across a wide range of industries including manufacturing, energy, utilities, processing, and more.
What makes this pathway stand out is the multi-skilled approach, allowing apprentices to develop expertise across two key engineering areas:
- Electrical & Control and Instrumentation: covering motors, power supplies, electrical distribution, PLCs, sensors, flow systems, and safety controls
- Electrical & Mechanical: combining electrical systems with mechanical components such as pumps, valves, gearboxes, pipework, and actuators
In their day-to-day role, technicians carry out planned preventative maintenance to avoid issues, alongside reactive maintenance to resolve breakdowns quickly and effectively. They prepare and complete work safely, record their activities, and ensure all tasks meet company and industry standards.
They work closely with engineers, operators, managers, and wider business teams, often balancing independent working with team-based tasks. Safety, reliability, and efficiency are always at the heart of the role.
Typical job roles include:
- Maintenance Technician
- Engineering Maintenance Technician
- Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance Technician
- Electrical & Instrumentation Technician
- Control, Instrumentation & Automation Technician
- Maintenance Engineering Technician
- Engineering Technician
Outcome of the Course
On completion of the apprenticeship, learners will be able to:
- Carry out maintenance across multiple engineering disciplines
- Diagnose and resolve faults in both electrical and mechanical or control systems
- Perform planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance activities
- Maintain plant and equipment to maximise uptime and performance
- Work safely in line with health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and maintenance documentation
- Record and report maintenance activities accurately
- Contribute to continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Apprentices will complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA) which includes:
- Practical observation with questioning
- Professional interview supported by a portfolio of evidence
- Multiple-choice knowledge test
On successful completion, apprentices will achieve a Level 3 Apprenticeship Certificate, graded Pass, Merit, or Distinction, and will be fully competent multi-skilled maintenance technicians ready to make an immediate impact in the workplace.
Learner Entry Requirements
This apprenticeship is ideal for individuals looking to build a career as a multi-skilled maintenance engineer.
Typically, learners should:
- Be employed in an engineering or maintenance role
- Have a good standard of English and Maths (or be willing to achieve Functional Skills)
- Demonstrate an interest in both electrical and mechanical or control systems
- Have a practical, problem-solving mindset
- Be able to work safely in an industrial environment
- Show commitment to developing a broad range of engineering skills
Previous experience in engineering is helpful but not essential — we provide full support and structured training throughout.
Employer-Focused Summary
The Engineering Maintenance Technician Level 3 (Dual Discipline) Apprenticeship is ideal for employers looking to develop multi-skilled engineers who can work across different systems and reduce reliance on specialist silos.
At Elevated Knowledge, we work with employers to build technicians who can respond quickly to faults, support preventative maintenance strategies, and drive improvements across operations.
Your apprentices will:
- Provide flexible, multi-skilled maintenance support
- Reduce downtime by diagnosing issues across multiple disciplines
- Improve operational efficiency and equipment reliability
- Support continuous improvement and business performance
- Work safely and compliantly within your environment
The standard also supports progression towards Engineering Technician (EngTech) status with professional bodies such as the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Institution of Engineering and Technology, helping to support long-term career development and retention.
With up to £27,000 government funding available, this apprenticeship offers a cost-effective way to future-proof your workforce and develop highly capable maintenance engineers. For more information about Elevated Knowledge apprenticeships, employers obligations, funding for levy non-levy paying companies, and apprenticeship minimum wage please download the Employers guide brochure in the employer zone.
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