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.
