Business Administration Apprentice – Alpine Academy Programme

Summary

Join Alpine Fire as part of the Alpine EDGE Early Careers Programme. This 12-month rotational Business Administration Apprenticeship offers hands-on experience across multiple departments, professional mentoring and a clear pathway into a permanent career within fire suppression engineering.

Annual wage

£22,158.00 a year

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The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course

Business Administrator – Level 3

Hours

37.5 hours a week and that is flexible between 8.00am and 6.00pm

Duration

18 Months

Positions available

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

The Alpine EDGE Programme is a structured 12-month rotational programme designed to develop early career talent into high-performing technical and operational professionals.

As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will rotate through key departments, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to live projects and working towards your Level 3 qualification.

Rotational Placements (2–4 months per rotation)

You may gain experience across areas including:

Proposals
Design
Pre-Construction
Projects & Rapids
Service Engineering (Sprinklers & Pumps)
Completions
Service Delivery
Health & Safety

Across each rotation you will:

Support day-to-day team activities
Assist with live projects and operational tasks
Work towards rotation-specific KPIs and learning objectives
Develop knowledge of fire suppression engineering processes
Build strong professional relationships
Deliver an end-of-rotation presentation to Directors outlining your achievements and learning

This role offers real responsibility, structured development and the opportunity to understand how multiple departments operate within a technical engineering business.

Where you’ll work

Alpine House, Hollins Brook Way, Little 66, Park, Unsworth, Bury BL9 8RN

Training

You will complete the Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship (funded via the Apprenticeship Levy).

Formal Learning

Ongoing support from apprenticeship coaches
Guidance from the Learning & Development Manager
Workplace portfolio development
End Point Assessment

Additional Classroom-Based Training (Every 6–8 Weeks)

Communication & Presentation Skills
Personal Effectiveness & Resilience
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Self Awareness & Growth Mindset
Building Effective Relationships
Professional Workplace Behaviours

Induction

A comprehensive first-week induction including:

IT set-up and PPE
Introduction to company values and culture
Health & Safety overview
Customer Experience Day
Assigned buddy and mentor

College or training organisation

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Business Administrator – Level 3

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (essential)
Engineering-related subjects (desirable)
Full UK driving licence (desirable)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Good organisational and time management ability
Ability to manage multiple tasks
Interest in engineering, design or technical environments
Willingness to present and contribute ideas

Other requirements

Curious and eager to learn
Positive attitude aligned with company values
Professional and reliable
Resilient and adaptable
Motivated to build a long-term career
Confident communicator

About this company

Alpine Fire is a leading fire suppression engineering company delivering high-quality sprinkler, pump and specialist fire protection solutions across the UK. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and customer service, Alpine works on a wide range of commercial and industrial projects.

The Alpine EDGE Programme sits within the Alpine Academy – the company’s commitment to developing confident, capable and values-driven professionals. This early careers pathway is designed to grow future engineering and business support talent through structured rotations, mentoring and formal qualifications.

This is not just an apprenticeship; it is a structured career development programme designed to lead into long-term permanent opportunities within the business.

After this apprenticeship

Successful completion of the Alpine EDGE Programme may lead to permanent roles such as: