Level 3 Engineering & Technical Support Apprentice

Introduction

This is a varied, hands‑on engineering role combining mechanical engineering, technical support, field servicing, CAD design and research & development. You will work alongside experienced members of the Wastestream team, learning how our machinery is designed, manufactured, installed, serviced and repaired.

About the Employer

Wastestream is a growing waste management and recycling company focused on developing smarter and more efficient ways for businesses to manage their waste.A key part of our business is the design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of waste compaction and recycling machinery, including specialist glass crushing equipment, balers and other waste reduction systems.We are continuing to develop new machinery and recycling solutions and are looking for an enthusiastic Engineering & Technical Support Apprentice to join our team.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the development, manufacture and assembly of waste compaction and recycling machinery




• Helping to develop and build Wastestream's glass crushing machines and other specialist recycling equipment




• Supporting the installation and commissioning of machinery at customer premises




• Diagnosing faults and repairing compaction and recycling machinery in the field




• Providing technical support to customers, primarily within the hospitality sector




• Carrying out planned servicing and preventative maintenance on machines




• Carrying out deep cleans and refurbishment of machinery




• Learning to identify mechanical and electrical faults and determine suitable repairs




• Assisting with workshop fabrication, assembly and general engineering tasks




• Using CAD software to produce layouts and designs for customer waste rooms and recycling areas




• Helping develop and implement waste room strategies, including the positioning of machinery, bins and recycling equipment




• Carrying out customer site surveys to assess whether proposed machinery is suitable for the space and operation




• Taking measurements and gathering technical information during site surveys




• Assisting with machinery specifications and installation planning




• Supporting research and development projects into new recycling methods, machinery and technologies




• Assisting with the development, prototyping and testing of new Wastestream machinery




• Testing modifications and improvements to existing machines




• Recording findings from machinery trials and assisting with the ongoing improvement of equipment




• Maintaining tools, workshop equipment and engineering work areas




• Supporting the wider Wastestream team with engineering and technical projects as required

Training Outcome

Attaining a Level 3 Qualification in Engineering.

Skills Required

• Communication skills




• IT skills




• Attention to detail




• Organisation skills




• Customer care skills




• Problem solving skills




• Logical




• Team working




• Initiative




• Non judgemental




• Patience




• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4-9




• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4-9

Course Information

Course: Engineering and manufacturing support technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, working hours TBC.

Expected Duration: 4 Years

Training Provider: HRUC (HARROW, RICHMOND AND UXBRIDGE COLLEGES).