Trainee Aircraft Engine Technician (Aerospace) – No Experience Needed

About the role

A client of ManpowerGroup, a leading provider of aircraft engine overhaul and component repair services specialising in the Rolls-Royce Trent engine series, is offering a 12-month traineeship in Changi. It is designed for people who want to join the aviation industry but do not yet meet the technical prerequisites for an aircraft engine technician. After completing the training, candidates progress to a qualified Aircraft Engine Technician role.

Key responsibilities

• Take part in a structured programme of company familiarisation, classroom training and hands-on on-the-job training (OJT).
• Attend a three-month classroom programme covering theory and practice, run by an external training academy.
• Complete a nine-month OJT attachment working on Rolls-Royce Trent engines under the guidance of experienced mentors.
• Serve a two-year bond after completing the traineeship as a qualified Aircraft Engine Technician.

Required profile

• NITEC, Higher NITEC or Diploma in Engineering (e.g. aeronautical, avionics, mechanical, mechatronics, manufacturing, electrical, precision engineering).
• Comfortable working rotating shifts; no prior work experience required.

What we offer

• Structured training and career progression, with sponsorship for continuous learning.
• Shift allowance, monthly prorated bonus and variable bonus (up to 4 months).
• Medical and dental benefits, company transport islandwide and air-conditioned workplace.
• Working schedule: morning shift 6:30am-4:15pm, afternoon shift 4pm-1:45am, with a pattern of two morning days followed by two afternoon days, then one off day and one rest day.