Lufthansa was advertising in Flight International I believe for Norwich. I would suggest buying Flight International magazine as they often advertise or at least companys advertise for engineers and that way you could get some email addresses and write in. But Im afraid that sometimes you have to go out your way to get your way. I travel 2hr a day when on shift and I love my job so im quite happy to do it.
If you do get an apprenticeship offer, take it. You might have to relocate or travel but it will only be for a few years and when you have finished your apprenticeship you can work nearer to home.
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