Apprentice Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer in Glenrothes

At Bosch Rexroth, everything revolves around movement and the success of our customers. With our networked drive and control technologies as well as digital solutions, their machines and systems work efficiently, safely and powerfully. We offer components, system solutions and services for mobile and industrial applications as well as for factory automation. In all areas, we value the know‑how and commitment of our employees and enable dynamic careers in an international environment.

At our plant in Glenrothes, Scotland we design, develop and produce radial piston motors working in partnership with world renowned international OEM’s in industries such as material handling, construction and forestry machinery.

• Assist with and eventually perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks on a wide range of plant machinery and equipment (e.g., pumps, motors, conveyors, gearboxes, automated systems).
• Learn to diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults promptly and efficiently to minimise downtime.
• Develop skills in fault‑finding and repair on electrical control circuits, motor control systems (Variable Speed Drives, Direct Online Starter), PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), sensors, and instrumentation.
• Gain proficiency in working with mechanical power transmission systems, bearings, seals, couplings, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Understand and strictly adhere to all health and safety regulations, company procedures, and safe working practices (e.g., Lock Out Tag Out).
• Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment and machinery.
• Participate in identifying opportunities for engineering improvements to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Assist with completing accurate maintenance logs, fault reports, and other relevant documentation.
• Learn to safely and effectively use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Work collaboratively within the maintenance team and cross‑functionally with production and other departments.
• Actively engage with college coursework, workplace training modules, and mentoring to achieve apprenticeship qualifications.

• Ability to work on own initiative, as part of a team and to follow instruction.
• Ability to approach problems logically.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organisation both verbally and written.
• Attend both college and the workplace for the duration of the apprenticeship.
• Complete all training modules successfully and in a timely manner with the support of external auditors.
• Develop mechanical knowledge and experience in the field of CNC machining.
• Develop a full understanding of all metrology and tooling used to support production.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and documentations.

• Minimum of 4 National Five Qualifications at Level 4 or above.
• Mandatory subject qualifications are English, Maths, a Science and technical related subjects including Graphic Communication / Physics.
• Applicants with a relevant NC qualification of Intermediate 2 Maths plus one Higher (Science/Technical related subject at a Grade C or above may be considered).
• Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering or Scientific Technology would be advantageous.

We offer a wide variety of interesting and challenging tasks. Flexible work‑time options, benefits and services, employee discounts, various sports and health opportunities, on‑site parking, room for creativity.

You will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK, as we are unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants would not be provided with a Skilled Worker visa for this role and will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.