Apprentice Engineer

Carry out and record planned and corrective maintenance on plant machinery and services as scheduled by the Engineering Department. Identify maintenance opportunities and support cost-effective improvements to plant efficiency and equipment reliability. Ensure machinery and services are in working order and ready for production following maintenance periods. Provide support to Shift Engineers, Operations teams, and the Engineering Manager as required. Support the implementation of health and safety policies, procedures, safe systems of work, and legal compliance requirements. Work with the safety lead to control health and safety risks within designated work areas. Maintain a safe and efficient working environment and support equipment start-up compliance. Identify improvement opportunities and support the continuous improvement process for existing engineering and manufacturing processes. Support lean manufacturing, engineering improvement, and best practice activities across the site. Ensure Production is informed when work has been completed on machinery or services. Communicate effectively with internal teams and support coordination for plant shutdowns and maintenance activities. Demonstrate integrity, reliability, calmness under pressure, and a positive approach to teamwork and learning.

Training:
Year 1: 3 days a week at Yeovil College (term time only) Years 2 & 3: 1 day a week at Yeovil College (term time only)

Training Outcome:

Following successful completion of the Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship, you could progress into a fully qualified Mechatronics Maintenance Technician role. With further experience, there may be opportunities to move into senior technician, maintenance team leader, engineering supervisor, or specialist automation and controls positions.

Continued professional development may also lead to higher-level engineering qualifications and management roles within manufacturing, engineering, or maintenance environments.

Employer Description:

We are a leading independent drinks co-packer, specialising in plant-based, dairy, and juice products. We offer fully integrated production, including in-house oat base manufacturing, and work with both brands and partners, including retailer own-label ranges. Our highly skilled NPD team drives innovation, supported by extensive expertise across pea, coconut, and soya processing, with a focus on barista formats. We also excel in blending juices, smoothies, and flavoured waters, serving both chilled and ambient store locations. Our dairy processing capabilities cover protein, coffee, and flavoured dairy drinks, with flexible formats ranging from 450ml to 1L. Committed to quality, reliability, and innovation, we are the trusted partner for brands and retailers looking to bring exceptional products to market.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday - hours to be agreed.

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