Level 4 Facilities Manager Apprentice in Macclesfield

Macclesfield, UK
Starting base salary of £24,570 + 11% benefits fund + bonus

At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. We’re deeply committed to our strategy of being a great place to work. For us, that includes fostering an environment where everyone can be among inclusive, supportive individuals with curious minds. A company that genuinely follows the science and values individuals at all levels, you’ll be backed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions, and share ideas to push the boundaries of science and continuously learn and explore.

Make the start of your journey a life-changing one. As part of our Early Talent Programme, you’ll be involved in projects and learning opportunities that have real impact from day one. Being part of our journey and helping us to provide life-changing medicine to patients all over the world and transform lives for the better. Making important contributions and embracing our values to deliver on our purpose. Because regardless of role or level, we all have an important part to play in making a positive difference.

Global Operations / UK Operations – Macclesfield Infrastructure Development (FM)

• Improve Facilities Management contract management quality: Help develop and roll out strong service contracts, fixing gaps that have made it hard to manage suppliers effectively. This will support proactive, reliable, and optimized contract management.
• Hold Facilities Management suppliers accountable: Support monitoring supplier performance against agreed service standards, making sure delivery meets the needs and expectations of our internal teams.
• Support critical work for patients: Help ensure services run smoothly across R&D, Manufacturing, Testing, and Product Release—so the right medicines reach patients safely and on time.
• Use AI and smart tech to boost efficiency: Spot practical ways to bring AI and new technology into our Facilities Management (FM) team. You’ll help improve how we manage suppliers, enhance oversight, and streamline day-to-day FM operations—driving real productivity gains.

Training and Development

AstraZeneca will sponsor you through your Facilities Manager Level 4 Apprenticeship at AstraZeneca Macclesfield Campus, with remote college learning from Capital City College. The apprenticeship combines working, earning a full-time salary, with fully funded part-time college learning (on average 1 day/week). This will give you the opportunity to gain a Facilities Manager Level 4 Apprenticeship qualification, with the advantage of gaining relevant work-life skills and the excitement of helping to develop new medicines whilst taking your first steps towards a rewarding career. We truly value Early Talent—their thoughts, ideas and contributions. Throughout the programme, you’ll be encouraged and inspired to speak up, have a voice and make an impact.

Skills and Capabilities

• Able to act independently but also to work and contribute in a team environment.
• Good organisational skills with an excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to work on multiple tasks and understand how to prioritise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach to problem solving.

Entry Requirements

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grades 9 to 4 including English and Maths.
• To have achieved or predicted to achieve a minimum of 1 A level (32 UCAS points or equivalent at grade C).

Benefits, Open And Close Dates

This is a 2-year fixed-term contract opportunity based at Macclesfield with a starting base salary of £24,570 + 11% benefits fund + bonus. At AstraZeneca, we aim to set you up for success and we recognise the challenges that starting a new job can bring. We therefore offer a relocation package to help with the costs and process of moving for candidates who currently live more than 60 minutes from the site location for this Apprenticeship.

Opening date of advert: 12th January 2026.
Closing date of advert: 15th February 2026.
Successful candidates will be asked to attend a virtual Assessment day during week commencing 9th March 2026.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations, please let us know on your application.
Start date for the apprenticeship programme is 7th September 2026.

Equal Opportunities

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements. These positions are not open to applicants who already hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related subject. To be eligible, the role must offer substantial new skills and learning beyond your previous studies. In some cases, we may request evidence of modules completed in prior qualifications to confirm suitability.