Summary
Through a combination of practical experience, academic study, coaching, training, and vocational development, complete a structured course of study and earn relevant professional qualifications. This will ensure you are fully equipped to perform the duties of an Engineer competently and effectively.
Wage
£25,708 a year
Pay rates will increase per year subject to minimum performance been met: Year 1: £12.36 Year 2: £17.76 Year 3: £22.76
Training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday
40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 4 August 2025
Duration
3 years
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
As an Engineering Apprentice:
* You will be responsible for supporting the engineering team in maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving site operations.
* You will gain real world experience in various technical disciplines while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
* Perform a variety of technical tasks competently and efficiently, with appropriate training and support.
* Apply logical, practical approaches to tasks and develop new technical skills on the job.
* Gain experience and qualifications to enhance technical competence, and take on additional responsibilities when qualified.
Demonstrate professionalism and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement with innovative ideas.
Complete tasks within your training scope and attend college, submitting coursework on time and to a high standard.
* Maintain health and safety standards, adhering to relevant regulations and food hygiene procedures at all times.
* Manage spare parts and equipment efficiently, minimising waste and ensuring reordering when necessary.
* Participate in site projects, installations, and daily engineering meetings, providing task updates.
* Ensure excellent housekeeping, keep tools and workspaces safe and organised, and assist in reducing energy consumption.
* Engage in regular training and development reviews, undertake additional training as required by the business.
* Comply with all relevant legislation, company policies, and health and safety procedures, including the Health and Safety at Work Act and COSHH regulations.
* Actively participate in safety programmes to create a safer work environment and minimise environmental impact.
* Perform any other duties as required by management to meet the needs of the business.
* Understand that the list of duties is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as per business needs.
Where you’ll work
1 Seafox Ct, Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds
LS25 6PL
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
HEART OF YORKSHIRE EDUCATION GROUP
Your training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Working towards Level 3 Maintenance and operations engineering technician apprenticeship. Combination of on-site and college attendance, delivered on a day release basis at Castleford College.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4 or above)
* Maths (grade 4 or above)
Desirable qualifications
Other in:
* Health & Safety Awareness (grade Pass)
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
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
Other requirements
Please ensure you are able to travel to the location of the employer.