Apprentice Engineering Operative

TREPKO (UK) LIMITED

LINCS (DN21 1XU)

Closes in 28 days (Monday 19 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 17 April 2025


Summary

We are looking for bright, enthusiastic and energetic Apprentice Mechanical Engineering Operatives to join our team. The TREPKO Group is well-recognised globally for providing packing solutions. With a distinguished 75-year history in manufacturing, we have established ourselves as pioneers in the packing sector.

Wage

£15,311.40 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Thursday, 8.00am to 4.30pm. Friday, 8.00am to 3.30pm.

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

1 year 11 months

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

Our strategic approach centres on enhancing the quality of our manufactured equipment and services through the utilisation of cutting-edge technology and a highly skilled workforce. We are committed to maintaining close collaboration with our customers across various markets, aiming to support their growth and development by providing them with the most innovative solutions available. Our primary objective is to surpass competitors, ensuring our position as a leading force in the ever-evolving landscape of the packing industry.

Duties and Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

  • Assembly of machines to the requirements of the customer specifications.
  • Build of assemblies to instructions of drawings and parts lists.
  • Raising snag lists for the machine being worked upon, listing shortages, work outstanding and any problems encountered.
  • Inspection of quality of build, appearance and fit of assemblies being worked upon and reporting to the team leader any problems.
  • Testing of finished machines and assemblies and using the inspection checklists for final commissioning.
  • Any other reasonable requests by the above department.

Where you’ll work

MARSHALL WAY
HEAPHAM ROAD INDUSTRIAL EST
GAINSBOROUGH
LINCS
DN21 1XU

Training

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

College or training organisation

LINCOLN COLLEGE

Your training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Your training plan

The Apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in Engineering Operative Level 2.

The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course. This is a Day-Release programme which means you will attend Lincoln/Newark College, 1 day per week, term time only. This will fall within your contracted working hours.

Course outline:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/engineering-operative-v1-3

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

  • English and Maths (grade A*/9 - C/4)
  • Science Subject (grade A*/9 - C/4)

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
  • Number skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

About this company

The TREPKO Group is well-recognized globally for providing packing solutions, catering primarily to the food industry while also serving other markets. With a distinguished 75-year history in manufacturing, we have established ourselves as pioneers in the packing sector. Presently, we serve loyal customers in over 120 countries around the world. Our strategic approach centres on enhancing the quality of our manufactured equipment and services through the utilization of cutting-edge technology and a highly skilled workforce. We are committed to maintaining close collaboration with our customers across various markets, aiming to support their growth and development by providing them with the most innovative solutions available. Our primary objective is to surpass competitors, ensuring our position as a leading force in the ever-evolving landscape of the packing industry.

https://www.trepko.com/en/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Permanent position as a Mechanical Fitter on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LINCOLN COLLEGE

Margaret in the Apprenticeships Team

apprenticeships@lincolncollege.ac.uk

01522 876284

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000316334.

Apply now

Closes in 28 days (Monday 19 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

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