Programme title: Data Analyst Graduate Apprenticeship
Level: SCQF 10
Salary: £17,475 (rising annually to £29,500 in year 4)
Location: HM Naval Base Clyde
Application closing date: March 2025
Programme start date: September 2025
If you’re passionate about data science and artificial intelligence, this 4-year graduate apprenticeship provides the ideal foundation for a successful career as a Data Analyst. You’ll work towards a BSc (Hons) in AI and Data Science while gaining extensive workplace experience in data reporting and analysis.
About the programme
As part of the Data Analyst team at HM Naval Base Clyde, you will play a key role in the Performance Department. This department is involved in a wide range of activities, including maintenance planning, asset management, space planning, data analytics, and contract reporting.
This diverse scope of work offers exciting opportunities for you to rotate through various responsibilities, contributing meaningfully to the team’s objectives. You will get to work with and learn from a wide range of colleagues and internal and external stakeholders.
You can expect to undertake tasks such as:
- Assisting in the development and delivery of data related to contract performance and execution.
- Supporting data analysis across multiple systems to optimise performance and ensure compliance.
- Assisting in the development of risk-based strategies for managing assets - spanning acquisition, installation, maintenance, refurbishment, and disposal of both new and existing assets.
- Contributing to the enhancement of business processes by identifying data that can inform process improvements.
- Helping shape the asset information strategy by preparing reports, scrutinising data, and identifying anomalies.
- Participating in transformation initiatives by collaborating with the business to develop, test, and sustain data-driven solutions that drive decision-making.
By joining this programme, you’ll be at the forefront of driving change and innovation, while building a strong foundation for your career in data analytics.
Your education/training
As part of your apprenticeship, you will study for a BSc (Hons) in AI and Data Science with Glasgow Caledonian University, providing you with a strong academic foundation in data science principles.
Your on-the-job training will complement and reinforce your academic learning. You will have regular opportunities to apply the skills gained in your studies, including programming, data science, software processes, and human-computer interaction.
Throughout the programme, you will expand your knowledge of data analysis, improvement methodologies (e.g., DMAIC), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, reporting, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). You will also develop both technical and soft skills, including data reporting, presenting to stakeholders, teamwork, and driving organisational change.
Additionally, you will gain experience with a variety of software and tools, such as ERP systems like IFS and SAP, Microsoft Office (including advanced Excel), SQL, VBA, Python, and Power BI - equipping you with the skills needed for a successful career in data analytics.
Future prospects
Data science skills are in high demand, offering excellent career prospects and a range of pathways to explore. Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you can expect to take on a role within the Data Analyst team.
What you’ll need
- Minimum of 4 Highers at Grade B or above including Maths and/or Computing.
- For this apprenticeship, Glasgow Caledonian University requires you to be resident in Scotland.
- Many of our early careers roles are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which roles you are eligible for. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). For our early careers roles, you must be able to achieve BPSS and many of them require you to be eligible for Security Clearance.
What you’ll get
We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career. In addition, you’ll benefit from:
- Fully funded qualification
- Personal development training and opportunities
- Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
- Competitive pension scheme
- Employee share scheme
- Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal
You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.
Your career development
It’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you’ll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.
Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partners, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.
Closing dates
Please be aware that if there is a high level of interest in this programme, applications may close earlier than advertised. To give yourself the best chance of being considered for a place on this programme, please submit your application as early as possible.
