Facilities Engineering Apprentice

Summary

The Facilities Engineering Apprentice will embark on a comprehensive learning journey designed to develop your skills and understanding of maintenance processes within Knauf. This role will provide support to the maintenance team, allowing you to gain hands-on experience and build technical competence in a structured and supportive environment.

Wage

£16,363 a year

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Three paid days leave for community, charitable, or voluntary commitments. Income Protection Access to a Reward & Benefits platform.

Training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday - 7.00am - 3.30pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

4 years

Positions available

1

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

Health and Safety Learning:

Learn and adhere to company Health and Safety procedures, ensuring your safety and the safety of others
Develop the ability to assess risks and implement safeguards, guided by relevant legislation, codes, procedures, and best practices

Reactive Maintenance Support:

Assist the maintenance team in executing reactive maintenance tasks to address process interruptions or abnormalities
Engage proactively with the shift operational team to understand plant performance objectives and support their achievement

Planned Maintenance Participation:

Participate in planned preventative maintenance and improvement activities, supporting the work schedule
Observe and learn the importance of maintaining high technical and professional standards

Process Knowledge Development:

Focus on acquiring knowledge and technical expertise in designated manufacturing processes
Contribute to standardisation, optimisation, improvement, and diagnostics initiatives by learning the processes of set-up, operation, and maintenance

Quality Assurance Learning:

Gain insights into ensuring all work maintains high standards of quality and professionalism
Learn how supervision helps uphold these standards when necessary

Activity Documentation:

Learn to document all activities and observations accurately in the SAP CMMS, understanding how technical detail supports future analyses

Engineering Department Support:

Actively support the engineering department's activities, gaining a better understanding of departmental responsibilities
Offer assistance and learn to provide cover for colleagues as part of your development

Educational Development:

Attend day release courses as required to further your education and training
Keep up to date with all coursework, workbooks, and logs, ensuring successful completion of all stages of NVQ/HNC to a minimum of a merit level
Continually check your progress against the training log book with your mentor, actively managing your learning journey

Mentorship and Collaboration:

Manage your time effectively to accommodate regular visits from IPS representatives and communications with your mentor in the workplace
Shadow and support colleagues within the engineering team to develop practical skills and gain real-world experience
Develop and maintain good working relationships with members of the engineering team, fostering a collaborative environment

Compliance and Personal Development:

Ensure that safety procedures are followed at all times for the safety of yourself and others, and comply with all company policies
Take responsibility for your personal development, actively pursuing growth opportunities
Attend and participate in the daily maintenance morning meeting to stay informed and engaged with team objectives

Where you’ll work

Knauf UK GmbH
Kemsley Fields Business Park
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME9 8SR

Training

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

College or training organisation

IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

Your training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Your training plan

Year 1 of the Level 3 Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard, the learner will attend four days a week within IPS Rochester workshop completing practical skills (Performing Engineering Operations) and one day a week studying the Technical Certificate. In Year 2, the Apprentice moves to day-release and will attend IPS one day a week to continue the Technical Certificate. Starting in Year 2 and continuing until completion in Year 4. The Apprentice will continue to receive regular training contact with IPS all throughout the programme.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English, Maths and Science (grade 5-9)

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
Team working
Independent
Willing to learn
Interest in Engineering
Enjoys practical work

Other requirements

Enrolment onto your apprenticeship programme is subject to prior attainment checks, and your Personal Learning Record will be reviewed upon successful appointment. We are also obligated to follow the guidelines around eligibility, set out by the government apprenticeship funding rules. NB: Please include minimum qualifications (GCSE Maths and English grades) in your apprenticeship application. Tailor your application to the vacancy, dedicating 1-2 paragraphs for each question to demonstrate interest in the role and the company. **If you are unsuccessful, you will be automatically added to our Talentpool list where future vacancies will be sent to you. If you would like to opt out of this mailing list please select unsubscribe in the email.**

About this company

Knauf is a multinational company specialising in building materials, in the UK, we are primarily focused on plasterboard and drylining systems. Knauf UK serves the construction industry with innovative solutions and a commitment to sustainability and high-quality standards. In terms of its Employee Value Proposition (EVP), Knauf UK offers supportive work environment where personal and professional growth is encouraged. The company is committed to diversity, inclusivity, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Employees are provided with opportunities for development, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to industry-leading projects.

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Company benefits

25 days annual leave 7% employer pension contribution. Level 3 Westfield Cashplan Healthcare. Access to Employee Assistance Program (legal or medical advice). Life Assurance (x 4 times your basic salary). Cycle to Work Scheme and Tech Scheme

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to become a Shift Engineer - Mechanical.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

Mandy Rai

mandyrai@ips-international.com

01634298808

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000315465.

Apply now

Closes in 13 days (Sunday 11 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

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