Maintenance Apprentice in Desford

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Are you passionate about engineering, problem‑solving, and learning how world‑class manufacturing equipment is maintained and improved? Caterpillar is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join our 42‑month Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Apprenticeship Programme. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will gain hands‑on experience in both mechanical and electrical maintenance, develop industry‑recognised qualifications up to HNC level, and play a key role in keeping our advanced production facilities running efficiently. This is your chance to earn, learn, and build a long‑term career with one of the world's leading engineering and manufacturing brands.

As a Multi‑skilled Maintenance apprentice you will follow a structured program and carry out appropriate training tasks required to attain a full multi‑skilled Maintenance apprenticeship in Mechanical and Electrical engineering. Working with and learning from multi‑skilled maintenance engineers you will analyse, fault‑find mechanical and electrical breakdowns quickly returning assets to service. You will carry out PPM schedules and complete work requests, project work and support continuous improvement initiatives. Reactive and scheduled maintenance work is planned through the company's CMMS system. You will be involved with and support project work that brings the latest industry technology into Caterpillar. As part of the 42‑month programme, you will be required to undertake extensive training both on the job and at college. You will be required to undertake academic qualifications to a minimum HNC level.

The Caterpillar apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to:

• Work for a world‑leading brand.
• Gain a solid understanding of maintenance and operational practices, processes and procedures covering a wide range of plant and equipment.
• Gain knowledge and understanding of mechanical and electrical production systems.
• Understand the systems and procedures required to work safely and efficiently.
• Develop the behavioural skills to become a great team member.

Required Skills and Behaviours:

• The entry requirements are Level 3 in Engineering.
• GCSE grades 4/C and above in Maths, English and STEM subjects.
• Enthusiastic individuals with a flexible approach to their work and a keen desire to progress personally and build a long career in a multi‑skilled Maintenance role.
• An inquisitive and enquiring mind along with a desire to learn from others.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, with a calm methodical approach to tasks.
• Good time management.
• Excellent communication skills.

Salary: £24,924

Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, Flexible Buy‑in Benefits such as Private Medical, Healthcare, Vision & Dental schemes, Green Car Scheme and more, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Company contribution double up to 10%), Free Car Parking, Caterpillar Advantage website.

Contract: Permanent

Location: Desford, Leicestershire

Travel: Not required

We are a world leader in construction and mining equipment—creating innovative, cutting‑edge products and services that help our customers build the world around us. With that level of impact comes the platform to care for the world we work in. That’s why we lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.