Build Your Engineering Career with Ibstock PLC - Apprentice Engineer (Mechanical) Location: Swanage Factory, Godlingston, BH19 3DH 20 minutes from Sandford or Wareham 30-35 minutes from Poole Looking to build an exciting career in engineering? Join us at Ibstock PLC as a Mechanical Apprentice Engineer and take your first step towards becoming a fully qualified engineer. This 4-year programme will equip you with a Level 3 Engineering Technician - Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship, while offering you hands-on experience, mentorship from industry experts, and a competitive salary. What You'll Gain: Starting salary : £20,888 per annum, with yearly pay increases A nationally recognised qualification and the skills needed to become a fully qualified Engineer. Full training at MAKE UK Training School in your first year you will be residential and live in Birmingham (we cover all travel and accommodation costs). Practical, hands-on experience and mentorship from industry experts. What's In It For You? Earn while you learn : Gain invaluable, real-world experience and a competitive salary. Career-ready : Upon completion, you'll be fully qualified to launch your engineering career at Ibstock Group. Innovative Environment : Be part of a company with over 200 years of history, yet at the forefront of innovation and sustainability in building solutions. What You'll Be Doing: Supporting our engineering team with maintenance of plant equipment and undertaking preventative tasks. Gaining critical knowledge in Engineering Maintenance Procedures, Mechanical Systems, and Electro, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic Systems. Learning to input data into our maintenance systems and assist with production data analysis?strong computer skills are a must Working within our Health and Safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. Who We're Looking For: We're looking for practical, hands-on individuals with the drive and passion to gain real-world experience with a market-leading company. If you have: 5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 (or equivalent) in Maths, English, and Science A genuine interest in engineering and a desire to learn A full UK driving licence (advantageous but not essential) ?then we want to hear from you Why Ibstock? At Ibstock, we don't just manufacture building products?we're innovators, designers, and engineers shaping the future of construction. With over 2,300 employees, we enable the creation of inspiring spaces to live and work. Committed to a net-zero future, we invest in the latest technologies and sustainable solutions to stay ahead in our industry. We are proud to share our recent Silver Status Accreditation for our Engineering Programs, awarded by Next Gen Makers This recognition highlights our dedication to excellence in engineering education and skills development. Additionally, we are thrilled to be recognized as a Gold Member of The 5% Club, reflecting our commitment to fostering an earn-and-learn culture. This prestigious accreditation celebrates our ongoing efforts to invest in apprenticeships, training, and early careers development. Join us and become part of a business that's shaping the future of talent development Don't Miss Out Applications close on Friday 28thFebruary, but we may close early if we receive a high volume of applications?so don't delay Ready to shape your future with Ibstock? For more information, visit: