About the role
Engineering Apprentices will be based full‑time at our Poultry site located at Sandycroft. You will work a two‑week rota: one week Monday‑Friday 8 am‑4 pm and one week Tuesday‑Saturday 8 am‑4 pm, with one day per week at Coleg Cambria. You will receive on‑site training in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation Engineering and fault‑finding, and support the engineering team with general duties.
Key responsibilities
• Support the engineering team with on‑site tasks and general duties.• Carry out fault‑finding and adjustment of machines to maintain operating standards.• Attend scheduled training and college days as part of your apprenticeship programme.• Work independently to apply learned skills and make real decisions.
Training and learning focus
You will be trained to a very high standard in the following areas:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Automation Engineering
- Fault‑finding skills
- Adjustment and setting of machines to a good operating standard
Apprenticeship details
• Permanent contract for 24 months.• Commencement date September 2026.• Level 2 Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship qualification.
Benefits and support
• Starting salary TBC, rising with performance.• Access to a mentor and a buddy.• Regular reviews and 1:1s with your line manager.• Unique Personal Development Plan.• Dedicated development days and exposure to senior management.
Career progression
Upon successful completion, there is potential to progress and gain experience within Engineering to build a rewarding career in the sector.
Qualifications
Applicants should possess:
- Excellent fault‑finding skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Good reporting and communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to flourish in a fast‑paced environment.
- Flexible, proactive attitude and enthusiasm to take on work.
Eligibility criteria
• 5 GCSEs at grades A‑C/9‑4, including English and Maths.• Full UK driving licence preferable but not essential.• Real passion for food and engineering.
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