2026 Trade Apprentice – Tower Crane Maintenance

Company: Select Plant Hire
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Location: Cambridge
Job Description:

Company: Select Plant Hire Limited.

Select Plant Hire, part of Laing O’Rourke, is one of the UK’s largest and most diverse suppliers of equipment and services to the construction industry. We pride ourselves on being a Total Solutions provider, leading industry change through sustainability and innovation, while ensuring safety and reliability at every stage.

This role will commence in September 2026

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people with a genuine interest in construction and the built environment. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and ambitious, with the potential to progress to a supervisory / management role over a five-to-ten-year period.

Role Overview

Supplying tower crane maintenance solutions to Laing O’Rourke Group & external customers. Be proactive and promote initiatives relating to Health & Safety, Environmental, Product Development & improved performance. Ensure that the customer receives a professional service and ensure the correct Plant & Materials are available on time.

Location

St Neots

Apprenticeship level and standard

Maintenance and operations engineering technician / Skills England

Apprenticeship Provider

Laing O’Rourke collaborate with trusted and approved training providers for our apprenticeship delivery. Successful candidates will be enrolled by Laing O’Rourke during the onboarding stage.

Entry Requirements

  • Eligibility without restrictions to work in the UK. We cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.
  • Full mobility to enable travel to various project locations.
  • 5 GCSEs – preferably grades 7-4 in Maths and English

Program Overview

The Trade and Technical Apprenticeship programme provides you with a formal college education, leading to a Level 2 and/or 3 apprenticeship standards in your chosen vocation. You will also gain a broad set of trade technical skills through on-the-job training, supported by our qualified and experienced workforce, and construction professionals. A dedicated mentor and approved training provider will work closely with you, providing regular feedback on your progress towards completing your apprenticeship.

Application Deadline

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible, so you don’t miss the opportunity to be considered.

Accessibility and Support

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support to your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026