Standard: ST0154
Version: v1.1 – v1.3
Funding: £26,000
Typical Duration: 36 months
EPA Period: 6 months
Sector: Cross Industry
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Summary
Five of the seven pathways within this standard have been replaced by ST1426 Engineering Maintenance Technician – Single Discipline and ST1443 Engineering Maintenance Technician – Dual Discipline.
The Electromechanical Technician pathway has been replaced with ST1326 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician.
The last date for new starts was 31 December 2025. We will continue to support assessment for all apprentices on these pathways who began their programme before this date.
The Wind Turbine Technician pathway remains available for new starts until the replacement apprenticeship is available for starts, and retirement dates for this option will be agreed..
A maintenance and operations engineering technician is in charge of maintaining the safety, integrity and effective operation of plant and equipment in industries that are part of the national infrastructure engineering sector, such as electricity generating, oil and gas refining and pharmaceuticals.
Pathways: Electrical Technician, Mechanical Technician, Control & Instrumentation Technician, Wind Turbine Technician, Electrical System & Process Control Technician, Electromechanical Technician, Plant Operations Technician
End-point Assessment Components
- Knowledge assessment
- Practical observation
- Technical interview
Gateway Requirements
The stage of the apprenticeship where the apprentice, employer and training provider determine whether the apprentice is ready to undertake end-point assessment.
Apprentices must have compiled and submitted a portfolio of evidence to underpin the technical interview.
Apprentices must have achieved English and Mathematics at Level 2.
The approachable nature of the team, combined with the flexible collaboration offered, allowed a seamless EPA process – I’d say the smoothest we’ve experienced to date!