Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice

As an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice, you will be trained to become highly skilled in maintaining and improving the advanced machinery used in glass manufacturing.

You will learn how to support new production setups, carry out essential maintenance tasks, and help ensure the delivery of high‑quality insulated glass products.

You will also be involved in repairing, servicing, and optimising a wide range of mechanical and electrical equipment across the site. The Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice will include training on performing planned maintenance, responding to equipment faults, and contributing to continuous improvement activities to keep all production processes running safely, efficiently, and to precise performance standards.

Your core responsibilities will include:

Perform planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on machinery and equipment Locate, diagnose and rectify faults on machinery and equipment Plan and communicate with production management for machine availability Organise equipment and working area to carry out tasks efficiently and safely and to prevent longer periods than necessary of machinery downtime Comply with health, safety and environmental regulations and the company’s health and safety rules Assist the senior engineer and third-party contractors with installs
Maintain accurate maintenance records and follow reporting procedures Monitor levels on stock parts Source and order stock parts Liaise with the suppliers of the machinery and equipment to help diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues Read and interpret drawings, specifications and manuals

Training:
As an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice, you will be studying a Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Throughout your apprenticeship with EE Glass, you will be supported by your company mentor and your PETA Learning and Development Coach Your Level 3 programme will include, a level 3 Engineering work-based qualification delivered by PETA. A practical period of 42 Months and an overall duration 46 months

Training Outcome:
For the right candidate, a full‑time position may be offered upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:

EE Glass is a family‑owned insulated glass manufacturer with over 20 years of industry experience. The company specialises in producing high‑performance double and triple‑glazed units, supported by advanced manufacturing technology and an in‑house toughening plant.

EE Glass has continued to grow steadily, driven by a commitment to quality, reliability, and exceptional customer service. This long‑term success reflects the dedication of the team and their focus on delivering energy‑efficient glazing solutions to customers across the South Coast.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30 (half hour lunch).

Skills:
Genuine engineering interest,Willingness to learn,Can-do attitude,Collaborative mindset,Hands-on worker,Good attention to detail,Good problem solving skills