Summary
Engineers aren’t born they’re bread and we’re gearing up to welcome applications for our 2025 engineering apprentices to join our family based in our Bristol bakery. The apprenticeship programme gives YOU the development and skill set you need for us to shape our future together.
Annual wage
£25,000 a year
Training course
Control systems engineer (degree) (level 6)
Hours
You will work Monday to Friday. Your start and finish times including your shift pattern will be determined by the employing company.
37 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 8 September
Duration
4 years 4 months
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
Our apprenticeship provides the knowledge, skills and experience that allows you to become a critical member of our team; our Software and Control Engineers provide technical leadership, support, and continual improvement of our Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Operational Technology (OT) within the bakery. They also ensure the safety, reliability, and performance of control systems, supporting operational excellence and compliance with company policies and industry standards.
Typical things you can expect are:
* A structured 4-year apprenticeship programme
* Varied learning through a mixture of on-the-job training with your own Warburtons mentor and working with our training provider (AMRC)
* An apprenticeship that equips you to become a Software & Controls Engineer
* A varied programme that involves supporting the development, maintenance, and improvement of Industrial Control systems (ICS) & Operational Technology (OT)
At the successful completion of your apprenticeship you'll have achieved your Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Maintenance Engineering and you’ll be ready to start your career as a qualified Software & Controls Engineer with us. This route is just the start of your career and can open the door to many more opportunities, such as Engineering Management and Project Engineering positions at site or involved with continuous improvement projects in head office
Where you’ll work
Billington Road
Burnley
BB11 5BX
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Your training course
Control systems engineer (degree) (level 6)
Equal to degree
Course contents
* Translate conceptual designs or technical specifications into operational process control systems.
* Select, use and apply approved problem-solving methods to solve complex problems and determine appropriate solutions such as Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) and fishbone diagrams.
* Select the best method for collating and conveying complex information using a range of data sources and supporting documentation.
* Interpret and produce technical documentation such as schematic diagrams, project plans, fault reports or data analytics using company documentation systems and guidelines.
* Observe, record and draw accurate and auditable conclusions from data and or developmental or test evidence.
* Manage assigned projects or programmes of work, taking into account factors such as safety, quality, cost and performance criteria. Apply techniques and processes for project or programme management including escalation, audit or risk management and risk mitigation.
* Comply with statutory and organisational safety standards and requirements including supporting safety risk assessments and mitigating any risks identified within the control systems environment.
* Identify resources required to complete control system projects, project tasks or programmes of work, with consideration to factors such as cost, quality, safety, security, environmental impact as applicable to the activity.
* Create a project or work programme plan and develop activities in a logical process embedding mechanisms for adapting to changing circumstances or requirements.
* Demonstrate leadership when undertaking control system engineering activities such as system design, integration, operational simulation, installation, testing, pre commissioning, commissioning and maintenance of control systems.
* Ensure that all instrumentation has been correctly configured and calibrated before use.
* Identify areas for improvement and lead continuous improvement activities such as improving safety, quality, technology solutions, operational processes, training and development, equipment performance or cost key performance indicators (KPIs).
* Perform checks on control systems documentation to ensure it meets organisational compliance and traceability requirements. Report any non-conformances using the appropriate processes and procedures.
* Interpret key performance indicators and utilise improvement techniques or processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness such as lean or six sigma.
* Translate conceptual designs or technical specifications into operational process control systems.
* Select, use and apply approved problem-solving methods to solve complex problems and determine appropriate solutions such as Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) and fishbone diagrams.
* Select the best method for collating and conveying complex information using a range of data sources and supporting documentation.
* Interpret and produce technical documentation such as schematic diagrams, project plans, fault reports or data analytics using company documentation systems and guidelines.
* Observe, record and draw accurate and auditable conclusions from data and or developmental or test evidence.
* Manage assigned projects or programmes of work, taking into account factors such as safety, quality, cost and performance criteria. Apply techniques and processes for project or programme management including escalation, audit or risk management and risk mitigation.
* Comply with statutory and organisational safety standards and requirements including supporting safety risk assessments and mitigating any risks identified within the control systems environment.
* Identify resources required to complete control system projects, project tasks or programmes of work, with consideration to factors such as cost, quality, safety, security, environmental impact as applicable to the activity.
* Create a project or work programme plan and develop activities in a logical process embedding mechanisms for adapting to changing circumstances or requirements.
* Demonstrate leadership when undertaking control system engineering activities such as system design, integration, operational simulation, installation, testing, pre commissioning, commissioning and maintenance of control systems.
* Ensure that all instrumentation has been correctly configured and calibrated before use.
* Identify areas for improvement and lead continuous improvement activities such as improving safety, quality, technology solutions, operational processes, training and development, equipment performance or cost key performance indicators (KPIs).
* Perform checks on control systems documentation to ensure it meets organisational compliance and traceability requirements. Report any non-conformances using the appropriate processes and procedures.
* Interpret key performance indicators and utilise improvement techniques or processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness such as lean or six sigma.
Your training plan
You will study on a Level 6 Control Systems Engineer degree apprenticeship on a Maintenance Engineering pathway. On completion of this, you will gain a qualification in Engineering at Degree Level 6 standard.
During the first year of the apprenticeship, your learning will take place at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based at Catcliffe, Rotherham, for an initial block of study on a full-time basis. After this, you will attend the Training Centre for one day a week for knowledge study.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English Language (grade 4)
* Mathematics (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Analytical skills
Other requirements
You will need ONE of the following: - A minimum of two A-Levels at grade B or above, including a mathematical-based subject and a science, technology, engineering or an additional mathematics-related subject - An Engineering BTEC Level 3 with at least 120 credits at DM (Distinction Merit) level or above - EAL Diploma in an engineering-based subject at distinction level - Equivalent qualifications such as Technical Levels (T-Levels) at DM or above