Multi-skilled Maintenance Apprentice

COUNTRY STYLE FOODS LIMITED

Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE12 8EF)

Closes on Tuesday 15 April 2025

Posted on 14 March 2025


Summary

Country Style Foods are recruiting an additional 2 x engineering maintenance technicians to maintain and repair production equipment both on the production line & engineering workshop.

Training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 22 September

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

As an Engineering Apprentice, you will develop the skills and knowledge required to support the maintenance and engineering functions within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

You will undergo a structured training program, including hands-on experience and academic learning, to achieve a Level 3 qualification in Engineering.

Your role will involve assisting the engineering team in maintaining equipment, reducing downtime, and ensuring the smooth operation of production lines.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager and working under the supervision of experienced engineers.

Working closely with production, quality, and health & safety teams to support business objectives.

Responsible for learning and adhering to all health, safety, and food hygiene standards.

Accountable for completing coursework, practical assessments, and on-the-job training as per the apprenticeship program requirements.

The business is committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of all colleagues. In line with this, we would expect the individual to take responsibility for their own health, safety and wellbeing and to act in a manner which protects and safeguards the health, safety and wellbeing of others.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Development:

  • Complete a structured training program, including a first-year academic foundation at TDR Training.
  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles.
  • Work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in Engineering

Maintenance & Repairs:

  • Assist in the maintenance, servicing, and repair of production machinery and equipment.
  • Support engineers in diagnosing faults and implementing corrective actions.
  • Participate in planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities to reduce equipment downtime.
  • Health & Safety & Compliance:

Follow all company health & safety regulations and food manufacturing hygiene standards.

  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
  • Report any safety concerns or equipment issues to the engineering team.
  • Continuous Improvement:

Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reliability.

  • Learn and apply lean manufacturing techniques and problem-solving skills.
  • Contribute to engineering projects that improve production processes.

Where you’ll work

Benton Lane
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE12 8EF

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

TDR TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Your training plan

  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering 
  • End Point Assessment

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English Language or English Literature (grade 5/C or above)
  • Maths (grade 5/C or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this company

Country Style Foods is a established food production facility based in Newcastle. It makes a variety of products for a number of customers including major supermarket brands & Greggs.

http://www.countrystyle.co.uk/about-us/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • A permanent position may be available following successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TDR TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000309769.

Apply now

Closes on Tuesday 15 April 2025

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Company’s application instructions

VERY IMPORTANT: Applications will be directed to the TDR website where you shall complete a short sign-up form. It is very important that you indicate Country Style Foods in the form. Failure to do this may delay your application.