Overview
Company Konecranes – We believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. We welcome different backgrounds and skills, and promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.
Job Description
Work That Matters. Starting salary £17,968.08
Do you have a head for heights? Does the idea of maintaining seriously large cranes give you a thrill? You will join a friendly, inclusive, and highly skilled team to learn how to maintain, repair, service, and upgrade our customers’ overhead gantry cranes. This is a fantastic opportunity to kick‑start your engineering career with great prospects, working for a global company and market leader in our industry.
On completing your apprenticeship, you will secure a full-time permanent position as a Service Technician at Konecranes. 100% of our UK Apprentices have gained permanent employment after completing our Apprentice Programme, with many progressing to senior and global roles.
On completion of your apprenticeship you will have achieved:
- SVQ Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 (Electrical) (SCQF Level 5)
- NC Electrical Engineering (SCQF Level 5) FT
- Diploma in Engineering SCQF Level 7 (Asset Lifecycle and Maintenance)
What will you be doing?
- Year 1 – full-time attendance at a local college or training provider (off-the-job training)
- Year 2 and 3 – on-the-job training with additional training at our Banbury Centre
What will you learn?
- First principles relating to the operation and maintenance of electrical and mechanical plant equipment (motors, switchgear, cables & conductors, pumps, valves, gearboxes, pipework, electromechanical power and control systems)
- Industry health and safety standards, regulations, and environmental requirements
- Planned, unplanned and preventative maintenance and operational practices
- Relevant engineering concepts related to the role of a Service Technician
- Or equivalent qualifications depending on the course offered by the training provider
Qualifications
Entry requirements
- Minimum 17 years old on the first day of apprenticeship (24 August 2026)
- 5 Scottish National 5s (or equivalent) including Maths, English and a Science
- Able to climb ladders and work at heights
- Willing to travel to a designated college in your area (up to 1 hour away)
- Live within commuting distance (30 miles) of the Branch location
- IT skills
- By the end of year 1, you must have passed your driving test (manual)
Additional Information
- Starting salary £17,968.08
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Retail, leisure and travel discounts
- Employee assistance programme
Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We are committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment free from discrimination.
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