Engineering Apprentice
Oscar Mayer
Kent (DA18 4AR)
Closes in 10 days (Monday 5 May 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 17 April 2025
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Summary
We recognise that an apprenticeship is a fantastic way to gain practical, hands-on experience, therefore we are currently offering two fantastic opportunities to come and join our team. We are confident that this is ideal for anyone looking to kickstart their career in engineering, where we can give firsthand experience and tailored training.
- Wage
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£20,000 a year
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Salary- (reviewed at specific points within the apprenticeship).
- Training course
- Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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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 a Multi-Skilled Engineering Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced Engineers and learn how to problem solve, troubleshoot, conduct preventative maintenance of equipment, and improve manufacturing processes.
This experience is invaluable and will be of benefit throughout your career.
What we offer:
- A structured programme with on-the-job training and support from experienced engineers
- Opportunities for further education, professional development and career progression
- A chance to work on innovative projects and make a tangible impact
- Competitive salary and employee benefits
Where you’ll work
Hailey Road Business Park
Hailey Road
Erith
Kent
DA18 4AR
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
HIGH RIDGE TRAINING
Your training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Your training plan
- Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician
Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard - All training is within the workplace
- You will work alongside experienced Engineers, learning from a supportive professional team
More training information
- You will have a dedicated tutor from High Ridge Training delivering both online sessions and onsite visits
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English and Maths (grade 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
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
PLEASE NOTE: Due to specific site rules, you must be 18 or over on 1st September 2025.
About this company
Oscar Mayer Erith is part of the Oscar Mayer Group, a UK-wide company specialising in manufacturing prepared foods for the top UK grocery retailers, and food services across the UK. With three sites and approximately 3,500 colleagues, we pride ourselves on a busy yet positive working environment, a culture of open communication, and having a loyal workforce with over 60% of our colleagues giving over 10 years of service. The opportunities: We recognise that engineering apprenticeships are a fantastic way to gain practical, hands-on experience, without student debt, and they create a pathway for a long-term career.
http://www.oscarmayer.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Competitive salary and employee benefits.
After this apprenticeship
- A structured programme with on-the-job training and support from experienced engineers
- Opportunities for further education, professional development and career progression
- A chance to work on innovative projects and make a tangible impact
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
HIGH RIDGE TRAINING
Tracey Young
tracey.young@highridgetraining.co.uk
07718975375
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000316309.
Apply now
Closes in 10 days (Monday 5 May 2025 at 11:59pm)
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