Introduction
We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about engineering and is keen to learn. Whether you’ve enjoyed Design & Technology at school, worked on vehicles, carried out DIY projects, or simply have a passion for engineering, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Employer
We have been manufacturing stairlifts in the North of England since 1996. We are committed to supplying the highest level of quality, safety, comfort, and reliability. Every stairlift is custom built, designed to satisfy the needs of you and your home. Before it leaves our warehouse it is rigorously tested and comes with its own signed certificate of quality. We will always assist in choosing the best option for you or your loved one’s circumstances, helping to provide a better quality of life and peace of mind for everyone concerned.
What You’ll Do
As a Maintenance Engineer Apprentice, you will work alongside our experienced Maintenance and Facilities team to develop the skills and knowledge needed to maintain our manufacturing equipment, facilities and working environment. You will gain hands‑on experience supporting planned preventive maintenance (PPM), responding to equipment breakdowns, carrying out repairs, and maintaining machinery, tools and site facilities. Throughout your apprenticeship you will learn a wide range of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and joinery skills while working closely with colleagues, managers and external contractors to ensure the business operates safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Assist with Maintenance & Facilities team.
- Work with team leaders and managers.
- Maintain weld booths, prep bays, test bays and air line repairs as required.
- Clean weld, prep and test bays.
- Clean and repair weld sets, hand tools, ducting and lights.
- Repair and replace air lines in bays.
- Repair and replace welder torches in bays.
- Repair and replace hand tools in bays.
- Assist in day‑to‑day reactive work and breakdowns.
- Help maintain the PPM schedule on machinery.
- Assist with the upkeep of building and grounds.
- Assist maintenance in machinery repairs.
- Learn new skills and techniques on mechanical and electrical repairs.
- Assist in different aspects of joinery, plumbing, electrical and mechanical work.
- Assist contractors on site.
Training Outcome
Potential full‑time role upon completion of apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem‑solving skills
Qualifications
- Essential – GCSE English – C/4
- Essential – GCSE Mathematics – C/4
Course Information
Course: Engineering maintenance technician – dual discipline (level3)
Level: 3
Route: Engineering and manufacturing
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
- Working week: Monday – Friday
- Shifts to be confirmed
- Expected duration: 4 years
- Training provider: LUMINATE EDUCATION GROUP
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