At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist experienced technicians in blood collection and learn essential operational procedures.
- Company: Join a leading company in the agricultural sector with a focus on training and development.
- Benefits: Gain a Level 2 qualification, earn while you learn, and enjoy hands-on experience.
- Other info: Travel across the UK and Scotland, with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in engineering with practical skills and real-world impact.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, including English and Maths; driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 25000 £ per year.
Apprentice Field Technician
Applications are invited for an Apprentice Field Technician based at our APC, Doncaster site. This is a full‑time, permanent position working 40 hours per week.
Responsibilities
- Assist experienced Field Technicians with the safe collection of porcine and bovine blood at customer sites.
- Learn and follow standard operating procedures to ensure consistent product quality and minimize rejections.
- Support the set‑up, operation, cleaning, and basic maintenance of blood collection equipment.
- Carry out tasks in line with health and safety, hygiene, and biosecurity procedures at all times.
- Complete accurate records and documentation in line with company and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in identifying and reporting product quality issues or equipment faults to senior colleagues.
- Support basic investigations into operational or quality issues by gathering information and escalating appropriately.
- Work collaboratively with abattoir staff, transport teams, and internal colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
- Travel to various sites across the UK and Scotland, including early starts and occasional overnight stays.
- Participate fully in apprenticeship training, including coursework, assessments, and development activities.
- Build technical knowledge and practical skills under the guidance of experienced technicians and trainers.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the level of the apprenticeship.
- Will be required to undertake additional company training in other disciplines to further develop and complement a full skill set needed for the role.
- Support the structured Apprenticeship programme where you will attain a Level2 Welder Standard qualification on a day release basis.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, including English and Maths (or equivalent).
- Interest in engineering, technical operations, or industrial field work.
- Full clean UK Driving Licence.
- Willing and able to travel extensively across the UK and Scotland, including overnight stays.
- Able to work in industrial environments including abattoirs.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a mobile field team.
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We think you need these skills to ace Apprentice Field Technician in Doncaster
Blood Collection Techniques
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Health and Safety Compliance
Hygiene and Biosecurity Procedures
Record Keeping
Problem Identification and Reporting
Collaboration Skills
