Engineering Apprentice (Crewe)

Learning from experienced engineers and mentors within your site Gaining hands-on skills in manufacturing engineering Working towards a nationally recognised qualification Working across our engineering function to gain a good fundamental knowledge of engineering at Compleat

Training:

You will join us in September 2026 and throughout your 4 year apprenticeship, you will be working towards a Level 3 Engineering Technician (Mechatronics) qualification, designed to give you a strong foundation in both mechanical and electrical engineering.

In your first year, you’ll be based (live in) in Coventry full-time, attending training Monday – Friday onsite at our leading training partner MGTS, where you’ll develop core technical skills in a hands-on, workshop-based environment.

From year two through to the end of your apprenticeship in year 4, you’ll spend the majority of your time at your assigned site, applying what you've learned in real-world settings alongside experienced engineers in our manufacturing facilities. You’ll also return to MGTS periodically for further training and assessments as part of your qualification.

Training Outcome:

At Compleat, our engineering apprenticeship is the perfect launchpad for a dynamic career in engineering, innovation, and problem-solving. From day one, you'll be immersed in hands-on work that sharpen your technical skills and set you on the path to a rewarding career. As you gain experience and demonstrate your expertise, you'll have the opportunity to deepen your skills across engineering and with continued growth and development, you could eventually progress into senior engineering or management positions.

Employer Description:

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.  

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, Julienne Bruno and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice. 

With over 6,300 talented colleagues across 18 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.4bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.  

We are backed by European private equity firm PAI Partners.  

Working Hours :
In your first year, you’ll be based (live in) in Coventry full-time, attending training Monday - Friday onsite at our partner MGTS. Towards the end of your apprenticeship, you may be moved onto one of your site’s shift patterns.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative