Join Airbus as a Craft Surface Finish Apprentice and play a vital role in manufacturing wings for our A320, A330, and A350 aircraft families. This 36-month program offers valuable hands-on training, recognised qualifications, and a clear path to a rewarding career in aviation. Year One based at Rhyl College developing foundational skills in surface finish preparation and application. Years 2-3 at Broughton applying skills directly to live aircraft projects, assisting in preparation and painting of wings for Single Aisle and Wide body families, plus fitting activities including drilling and installing fasteners.

Year One: 12 months at Rhyl College working towards NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations, Level 2 Academic Qualification, and Level 2 Essential Skills. Year 2 and 3: Based at Airbus Broughton site applying skills to live aircraft projects. Preparation and setup of surfaces including cleaning, sanding, masking, paint mixing and equipment preparation. Application and quality control of paint coats with environmental monitoring. Fitting activities including drilling and installing fasteners in wingbox production areas. Day release academic studies towards Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering) and Level 3 Academic Certificate.

Comprehensive benefits package including company pension, generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays, and 'Success Share' scheme allowing participation in company performance. Access to wide range of flexible benefits to support well-being. Work-life balance with 35-hour week on either standard working day or double-day shift pattern.

Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, leading the way in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products across Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence, and Space sectors. With over 175,000 employees worldwide and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry. The Broughton site is the global center of excellence for wing manufacturing, delivering over 500 wing sets annually.