Apprentice Engineer

Embark on a four-year engineering apprenticeship at Arla’s Taw Valley site, working alongside a team of skilled engineers to maintain, repair and install machinery that powers our production.

When issues arise, you’ll be the problem-solver who keeps lines running and our products flowing, from Cravendale milk to Skyr yoghurt and Anchor butter. Your learning is delivered in structured blocks with Kirklees College , blending practical and classroom training.

Carry out maintenance, repairs and installations across automated production equipment Support root-cause problem solving and continuous improvement to reduce downtime Apply safety-first practices while developing hands-on technical capability Build knowledge across processing, packaging and utilities systems Progress through structured college blocks and on-site training to achieve qualifications

Training:

Kirklees College:

Year 1: 19 weeks at college Year 2: 10 weeks at college Year 3: 15 weeks at college Year 4: Fully based at site

Qualifications: OAL Level 3 in Food & Drink Engineering Maintenance; Level 3 Health & Safety Award; 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Certificate.

Training Outcome:

Strong career development & training (internal and external training).
Once our apprentices have completed their apprenticeship standard, subject to vacancies at the time, there will be an opportunity to apply for further employment.

Employer Description:

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.

Working Hours :
Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Safety-conscious,Resilient