Keep our food safe by following health, safety, and engineering standards
Maintain and optimise machinery to keep production running smoothly
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance
Support machinery changeovers and set-ups
Drive improvements through audits and performance reviews
Training:Alongside your day-to-day role, you’ll attend 15 study blocks of 3 weeks in MGTS’s training facility in Redditch (mostly during the first two years).
As part of these study blocks, you’ll gain hands on experience to gain the knowledge and skills required to be a food and drink maintenance engineer, before applying them in real working scenarios in the workplace.Training Outcome:Successful apprentices typically progress into a full‑time Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer role, subject to performance, with further opportunities to advance into senior, specialist or leadership positions.Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life.
Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Based at our Park Royal site, flexibility is key as our operation runs 24/7, so shifts may include early starts, rotating nights, and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Keep our food safe by following health, safety, and engineering standards.
Maintain and optimise machinery to keep production running smoothly.
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance.
Support machinery changeovers and set-ups.
Drive improvements through audits and performance reviews.
Training:Alongside your day-to-day role, you’ll attend 15 study blocks of 3 weeks in MGTS’s training facility in Redditch (mostly during the first two years).
As part of these study blocks, you’ll gain hands on experience to gain the knowledge and skills required to be a food and drink maintenance engineer, before applying them in real working scenarios in the workplace.Training Outcome:Successful apprentices typically progress into a full‑time Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer role, subject to performance, with further opportunities to advance into senior, specialist or leadership positions.Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life.
Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Based at our Kiveton site, flexibility is key as our operation runs 24/7, so shifts may include early starts, rotating nights, and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Patience....Read more...
Keep our food safe by following health, safety, and engineering standards
Maintain and optimise machinery to keep production running smoothly
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance
Support machinery changeovers and set-ups
Drive improvements through audits and performance reviews
Training:
Alongside your day-to-day role, you’ll attend 15 study blocks of 3 weeks in MGTS’s training facility in Redditch (mostly during the first two years)
As part of these study blocks, you’ll gain hands on experience to gain the knowledge and skills required to be a food and drink maintenance engineer, before applying them in real working scenarios in the workplace
Training Outcome:
Successful apprentices typically progress into a full‑time Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer role, subject to performance, with further opportunities to advance into senior, specialist or leadership positions
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life.
Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Based at our Heathrow site, flexibility is key as our operation runs 24/7, so shifts may include early starts, rotating nights, and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Keep our food safe by following health, safety, and engineering standards.
Maintain and optimise machinery to keep production running smoothly.
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance.
Support machinery changeovers and set-ups.
Drive improvements through audits and performance reviews.
Training:Alongside your day-to-day role, you’ll attend 15 study blocks of 3 weeks in MGTS’s training facility in Redditch (mostly during the first two years).
As part of these study blocks, you’ll gain hands on experience to gain the knowledge and skills required to be a food and drink maintenance engineer, before applying them in real working scenarios in the workplace.Training Outcome:Successful apprentices typically progress into a full‑time Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer role, subject to performance, with further opportunities to advance into senior, specialist or leadership positions.Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life.
Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Based at our Manton Wood site in Worksop, flexibility is key as our operation runs 24/7, so shifts may include early starts, rotating nights, and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Keep our food safe by following health, safety, and engineering standards
Maintain and optimise machinery to keep production running smoothly
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance
Support machinery changeovers and set-ups
Drive improvements through audits and performance reviews
Training:
Alongside your day-to-day role, you’ll attend 15 study blocks of 3 weeks in MGTS’s training facility in Redditch (mostly during the first two years)
As part of these study blocks, you’ll gain hands on experience to gain the knowledge and skills required to be a food and drink maintenance engineer, before applying them in real working scenarios in the workplace
Training Outcome:
Successful apprentices typically progress into a full‑time Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer role, subject to performance, with further opportunities to advance into senior, specialist or leadership positions
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life.
Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Based at our Northampton site, flexibility is key as our operation runs 24/7, so shifts may include early starts, rotating nights, and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Keep our food safe by following health, safety, and engineering standards
Maintain and optimise machinery to keep production running smoothly
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance
Support machinery changeovers and set-ups
Drive improvements through audits and performance reviews
Training:
Alongside your day-to-day role, you’ll attend 15 study blocks of 3 weeks in MGTS’s training facility in Redditch (mostly during the first two years)
As part of these study blocks, you’ll gain hands on experience to gain the knowledge and skills required to be a food and drink maintenance engineer, before applying them in real working scenarios in the workplace
Training Outcome:
Successful apprentices typically progress into a full‑time Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer role, subject to performance, with further opportunities to advance into senior, specialist or leadership positions
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life.
Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Based at our Selby site, flexibility is key as our operation runs 24/7, so shifts may include early starts, rotating nights, and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Keep our food safe by following health, safety, and engineering standards
Maintain and optimise machinery to keep production running smoothly
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance
Support machinery changeovers and set-ups
Drive improvements through audits and performance reviews
Training:
Alongside your day-to-day role, you’ll attend 15 study blocks of 3 weeks in MGTS’s training facility in Redditch (mostly during the first two years)
As part of these study blocks, you’ll gain hands on experience to gain the knowledge and skills required to be a food and drink maintenance engineer, before applying them in real working scenarios in the workplace
Training Outcome:
Successful apprentices typically progress into a full‑time Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer role, subject to performance, with further opportunities to advance into senior, specialist or leadership positions
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life.
Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Based at our Spalding site, flexibility is key as our operation runs 24/7, so shifts may include early starts, rotating nights, and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Multi Skilled Maintenance EngineerSalary circa basic £38,645.85 + 33% shift uplift (£51,410.96 total)Location: Bradford BD12 – must live within a commutable distanceContinental shiftsJob PurposeWe are seeking an electrically biased multi-skilled Engineer to oversee the Electrical and Mechanical maintenance of our plant at the Bradford site. This role entails ensuring compliance with Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) systems, offering reactive breakdown support, conducting site facility repairs, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, and engaging in project work.Accountabilities
Execute all activities safely and professionally, adhering to legislative and company Health and Safety policies/procedures.Strive to attain departmental targets related to Health and Safety and aim for continuous improvement in accident reduction.Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance, Reactive repairs, and statutory checks on electrical and mechanical systems, working collaboratively within the Maintenance Team to minimize machinery downtime.Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) with a cross-discipline team to identify and implement permanent solutions to faults.Engage in Continuous Improvement projects to enhance safety standards, quality, and machine availability.Undertake repairs on site facilities as necessary to maintain standards.Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) to document work completed, and minimize fault occurrences.
Planning & Organising
To plan maintenance tasks and prioritising jobs and workload in conjunction with the Shift Controller
Internal & External Relationships
Will have daily contact with Shift Managers, Maintenance Engineers and contractors.
Knowledge (‘Need to know’)Essential
Proficiency in fault finding on various control systems such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), AC/DC motors, Drives/frequency inverters, and relay logicFamiliarity with pneumatic & hydraulic systems.Completion of a time-served electrical apprenticeship.
Desirable
Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs is desirable but not essential.
Skills (‘Need to be able to’)Essential
NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.Analytical, logical, and methodical approach to problem-solving.Computer literacy.
Experience (‘Need to have had experience in’) Essential
Minimum of 3 years' experience in a production maintenance environment with a multi-skilled approach.
Interested in this Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer role? If you feel that your skills and experience match the role criteria then please send your cv by return. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
Our client is accelerating their AI initiatives and growing their team to lead cutting-edge innovation. They are looking for a passionate Generative AI Engineer to help build advanced AI solutions. This is a chance to be part of a forward-thinking, AI-driven organization.
Roles & Responsibilities
Design and develop scalable, modular microservices using Python, GenAI, and AWS Lambda.
Build orchestrators and services following clean architecture, SRP, and minimal coupling principles.
Implement Test-Driven Development (TDD) with thorough unit tests and reliable mocking of dependencies.
Set up and maintain logging and monitoring for service behavior, performance, and inputs/outputs.
Work within a well-documented modular architecture, ensuring consistency across the codebase.
Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, data scientists, DevOps teams, and product stakeholders.
Take ownership of your development areas, delivering high-quality work with pride and accountability.
Communicate proactively, address blockers, support teammates, and embrace a “can-do” mindset.
Present work clearly and participate constructively in giving and receiving feedback to drive continuous improvement.
Requirements:
5+ years experience
Full Stack experience – Preferred stack - React, NodeJS, Typescript, SQL/NOSQL, Python OR any other full stack experience
Python is a must
Strong Software engineering fundamentals - OOPS concepts, Lazy loading, asynchronous programming
Exposure to ML services is a Plus
Experience building with Agents or AI Applications including RAG, Vector Storage, LLM FineTuning, Multi-Agent Frameworks (LangGraph, etc)
Experience building production level AI Features and going through QA, Deployment, Security for those features
Experience Scaling from AI Ideas to full Production Applications from scratch
For more information – please apply for this job or send your CV directly and I will call you back to provide you with more details.Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of, gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.....Read more...
To carry out effective Planned Preventative Maintenance as directed.
To carry out maintenance and rectification works following audits, inspections, and production reports.
Working to make continual improvements to plant and equipment to reduce repeat common point failures and improve site efficiencies.
Keeping workshops, plant rooms and engineering storage areas to a standard that exceeds the requirements of internal and external audits.
Keeping workshop tools and equipment serviceable, clean, and ready for use to meet the requirements for tool control.
To keep up-to-date records of work completed on paper-based and computer systems.
All accountabilities support the engineering function, which in turn reduces production downtime and allows the department to meet its goals and objectives.
Responsible for highlighting any additional spare parts required to carry out tasks. Spares usage is monitored against each team member by way of monthly KPIs.
Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out of specification product, equipment, packaging, or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate action.
Training:Training will take place in blocks at the training provider's location and then coming back to the site to embed your learning.
The exact schedule for this hasn't been finalised yet.Training Outcome:You will progress into being an Engineer upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Then you can move into Engineering Management roles in the future. Employer Description:Kepak is one of Europe’s leading food companies with manufacturing sites across Ireland and the UK. Kepak’s vision is to be a successful, sustainable, future ready Food Business with differentiation at its core, that is a great place to work. This vision is underpinned by our values of Responsibility, Ambition, Passion for Food & Teamwork.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm for at least the first 2 years.
You will move onto shift in year 3 or 4, dependent on progress. The exact shift will be decided closer to the time.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Operation of Engel and Demag Injection Mouldings and Actuator assembly production lines working on a rotational basis
Perform quality control tasks according to cycle of control to ensure products conform to customer specifications, taking full responsibility for accurate and timely checks
Perform competent and comprehensive preventative and technical maintenance of production lines, including cleaning and lubrication of equipment and systems
Breakdown repairs and reactive maintenance of automated assembly lines as well as packaging and palletisation equipment
Installation of new equipment/machinery and modification of existing equipment
Operation and maintenance of material conveyance system (Motan)
Operation of chiller systems
Undertaking troubleshooting and problem-solving to tightly controlled and monitored standards with the ability to accurately document changes whilst adhering to quality standards
Continuous improvement (Kaizen System) – Design, Develop and implementation of ideas
Being an ambassador for safe working practices and the business’s clean-as-you-go policy
Training:The training will take place during a 37 hour working week alongside regular week-long block release sessions at Wolverhampton College.
We will cover the cost of travel.Training Outcome:There are different career routes, including Injection Moulding Technician, Setter, Tool Maker and Process Engineer within the Injection Moulding industry, all of which require experience. There are also different levels of Polymer qualifications to work towards, from IMT1 to IMT4 and others.Employer Description:Coster UK is a multinational organisation that manufacture and supply packaging components to the Aerosol and Luxury Packaging industry. Coster is a long-established name in the Aerosol and Luxury packaging industry with a proud legacy and reputation for manufacturing excellence and quality.
Coster has been built on a platform of industrial and technical excellence and with high levels of automation and data exchange in its manufacturing technologies.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm and Friday 8.30am to 4pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Pay: £65,000.00-£72,000.00 per yearJob Description:
Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician (Electrical & Controls Focus)Banbury (Site-Based) | £65,000–£70,000 + Benefits | Full-Time, PermanentAqumen Senior Appointments are proud to be partnering with a market-leading FMCG manufacturing business to appoint a high-calibre Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician.This is a key site-based role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, suited to a technically strong engineer with advanced PLC fault-finding and programming capability.The OpportunityYou will be responsible for delivering effective maintenance across plant, equipment, and facilities—ensuring maximum uptime, adherence to preventative maintenance schedules, and continuous improvement of manufacturing performance.This role requires strong electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and controls expertise, alongside the ability to operate confidently in a regulated, hygiene-critical environment.Key Responsibilities
Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults efficientlyLead PLC fault-finding and programming (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley)Maintain and improve CMMS systems and maintenance recordsSupport plant improvements and capital projectsDrive continuous improvement initiativesEnsure compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and food safety standardsCoordinate contractors and issue permits where requiredSupport factory start-ups and production optimisationProvide occasional support across other UK sites
Candidate Profile
Time-served/apprentice-trained engineerHNC/HND/NVQ Level 3+ in Electrical & Mechanical EngineeringMinimum 3 years’ experience in FMCG or industrial manufacturingAdvanced PLC competency (fault finding and programming essential)Strong understanding of instrumentation and process control systemsCalm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skillsProfessional, proactive, and team-oriented
What’s on Offer
£65,000–£70,000 basic salaryPension & life insuranceHealth & wellbeing programmeCycle to work schemeOn-site parkingStructured, stable manufacturing environment
For a confidential discussion or to express interest, please apply directly or contact our retained search team.
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Main Roles and Responsibilities:
Assemble electronic products using hand tools
Monitor the production process and perform quality checks
Follow assembly instructions to ensure products meet quality standards
Packing of goods for despatch
Support with the goods-in area
Maintain a clean and organised workspace
Training:
The candidate will work towards an Engineering apprenticeship
Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) Level: 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
End point assessment
Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed.
Training Outcome:
Upon completion of this apprenticeshuipp the leaner will become a time served engineer
Employer Description:VREO Innovation Limited is a fast growth electronics engineering business based in Seaton Delaval, Northumberland. VREO delivers high-quality, innovative ANPR camera & bay monitoring solutions worldwide. A true disruptor, we build best-in-class products at competitive prices. With 13+ years experience across drones, aerospace (NASA), military (FLIR), oil & gas, and parking.
Our factory in Newcastle is where our product range are designed & built:Working Hours :Monday to Friday times to be agreedSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Year 1 - Build Your Foundation:
In year 1 of your apprenticeship, you will be at college full time where you will start your basic training and technical certificate
Commencing working towards your MOET qualification
Gaining experience at the factory during non-term times
Year 2 - Learn on the Job:
Will see you complete your technical certificate at college on day release whilst rotating around the production departments in the factory
Based on-site on a day-based rotation
Continue regular engagement with the college to meet all Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours requirements
Year 3 - Specialise and Excel:
You will then complete your apprenticeship in your home department to achieve your level 3 MOET qualification
Deepen your expertise in blade manufacturing
Work towards your End Point Assessment and final qualification
During this year you will also undertake an HNC/HND (Higher National Certificate/Diploma in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering - Depending on specialisation)
Throughout the apprenticeship, you’ll rotate through different departments, giving you broad exposure to manufacturing, applications, and production development.
You’ll strengthen your planning, quality, and delivery skills while working alongside highly skilled professionals. Training Outcome:
A permanent position as an engineer at Siemens Gamesa in Hull
Employer Description:At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With 100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.Working Hours :Shift working that includes nights and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
We are seeking to employ and train a new Engineering Apprentice. During your 6-7 years as a Zeiss Apprentice, you will gain comprehensive experience in various different departments such as:
The Production Department
The Product Design Team
The Process Engineering Team
The Applications Team
The Quality Team
You will use the experience gained alongside studying at West Suffolk College to cement your manufacturing knowledge to a high level. We will support and guide you along your journey and allowing you the exposure with tasks which is required to complete your Apprenticeship.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has a passion for engineering and manufacturing.Training:
The learner will be studying the Manufacturing Engineer (Degree) Level 6 Apprenticeship Standard qualification
Day release to West Suffolk College
Training Outcome:
Once you have completed your Apprenticeship and if you secure a first role with us through applying for relevant vacancies, it is our policy to develop our employees further and to give them the opportunity to progress in the business
We must be clear that there is no guarantee of a permanent role at the end of your Apprenticeship
Employer Description:ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronics.
For its customers, ZEISS develops, produces and distributes highly innovative solutions for industrial metrology and quality assurance, microscopy solutions for the life sciences and materials research, and medical technology solutions for diagnostics and treatment in ophthalmology and microsurgery. The name ZEISS is also synonymous with the world's leading lithography optics, which are used by the chip industry to manufacture semiconductor components. There is global demand for trendsetting ZEISS brand products such as eyeglass lenses, camera lenses and binoculars.
With over 38,000 employees, ZEISS is active globally in almost 50 countries with around 30 production sites, 60 sales and service companies and 27 research and development facilities. Founded in 1846 in Jena, the company is headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany. The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of the largest foundations in Germany committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of the holding company, Carl Zeiss AG.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.15pm and Friday, 8.00am - 3.45pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Number skills,Logical,Initiative....Read more...
As an apprentice, you’ll support the vital need to uphold quarry and cement site production
You’ll be dismantling, examining, replacing, and reassembling mechanical and electrical systems and components
Servicing and maintaining equipment
Working on yellow machinery to equipment that deals with dust; there will be lots to learn
Training:You will attend college in either Loughborough or Derby which will be on a day release basis for 3 years. The choice of college will be dependent on where you live.
As an electro-mechanical multiskilled apprentice, you will be studying to become a multi skilled engineer, you will also complete your electrical wiring regulations qualification – 18th Edition.Training Outcome:There are opportunities to not only become a qualified maintenance technician, but also progress into area and management roles.Employer Description:Breedon is a leading construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland. Our GB division comprises fully-integrated aggregates and downstream products businesses throughout the UK . We supply aggregates, asphalt, ready-mixed concrete & mortar and concrete blocks, together with a range of specialist building products including clay bricks and tiles, other clay products, decorative aggregates and Welsh slate, which are sold throughout the UK and Ireland.Working Hours :Start and finish times to be confirmed. Monday to Friday.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
DevOps Engineer – SaaS / Cloud Infrastructure – Linz, Austria / Hybrid
(Key skills: DevOps, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, AWS, Terraform, Monitoring & Observability, Automation, Linux, Cloud Platforms, Agile, Continuous Improvement)
Are you a highly experienced DevOps professional who thrives on automating, scaling, and stabilising cloud infrastructure in fast-moving environments? Do you enjoy working across development and operations to improve delivery pipelines, infrastructure reliability and platform performance? If so, this could be your next career move.
Our client, an ambitious international SaaS business expanding in Austria, is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join their cloud and platform team. You’ll play a pivotal role in evolving the company’s infrastructure, build automation, deployment processes and observability to support scalable, resilient services used by clients worldwide.
In this role, you’ll design, implement and manage core DevOps processes and tooling that enable continuous delivery and robust operational practices. You will be responsible for building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, designing and deploying containerised workloads (e.g., Kubernetes), and developing infrastructure as code to support repeatable, secure and auditable environments. You will work closely with software engineering teams to ensure smooth rollouts, rapid deployments, and seamless integration of features and services in production.
You will also focus on monitoring, alerting and system performance, using modern observability platforms to ensure uptime and proactively identify issues before they impact users. Collaboration is central to your success — you’ll partner with developers, security, product owners and other stakeholders to embed DevOps best practices and drive continuous improvement across the delivery lifecycle. A strong automation mindset and deep understanding of cloud architecture will help you optimise infrastructure performance, enhance security, and reduce operational overhead.
The ideal candidate will bring substantial experience in DevOps or SRE-aligned roles, with a proven record of delivering and maintaining large-scale cloud infrastructure. You’ll be comfortable with Linux systems, container orchestration (like Kubernetes), cloud services (particularly AWS), and tools such as Terraform, Jenkins/GitLab CI or equivalent. You’ll also have excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in agile, cross-functional teams.
This is an exciting opportunity to take a senior technical position in a growing SaaS company where your expertise will directly influence platform reliability, scalability and customer satisfaction.
Location: Linz Austria / Hybrid working Salary: €50,000 – €75,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Applicants must have the right to work in Austria.
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Are you a Quality Engineer who thrives on solving problems and driving improvements? Do you want to see the impact of your work in real products used worldwide? Join us and take ownership of quality systems in a supportive, family-owned engineering business where your expertise truly matters.Please note - This is a part-time position with 60% hours available.Deeter Electronics Ltd is a leading international company specialising in the design, development, and production of electronic sensors, switches, and control and instrumentation systems. Established in 1982, we have built a strong reputation for supplying quality products and services. We offer a wide range of float switches and level sensors suitable for various applications across diverse industries. For more information, please visit our website.Role DescriptionWe have an opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer to join our team.We are looking for someone with experience in quality engineering, ideally with mechanical and/or electronics engineering experience. Any experience or knowledge of ATEX hazardous area certification or another regulated engineering environment would be extremely beneficial.The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining and developing the company's ISO 9001:2015 QMS and maintaining our product and manufacturing approvals, ensuring that all products meet the business and customer quality expectations and regulatory requirements.Tasks
Developing and maintaining the ISO 9001:2015 QMSEnsuring products meet internal and external quality requirementsWorking with suppliers to identify, isolate and resolve issues with defective componentsLiaise with the sales team to resolve quality control issuesMaintaining quality documentation following technical changes to products and processesMonitoring and developing the quality inspection processes and auditing these processesConducting internal audits and writing reportsEnsure calibration certificates are kept up to date
Requirements
Technical qualification such as HNC/HND or above in an Engineering or Science disciplineExperience in a similar roleExperience working within an ISO 9001 Quality Management System with knowledge of audits, documentation and process improvement"
Extra Benefits
Extra days holiday for BirthdaysStaff Training/DevelopmentRefreshments providedBreak AreaFree Parking
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DevOps Engineer – SaaS / Infrastructure – Solothurn / Hybrid
(Key skills: DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Kubernetes, Docker, Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), CI/CD, Automation, Monitoring & Logging, Linux Systems, Agile, Java, Spring Boot, Quarkus, GitLab, Nexus, Quay, ArgoCD, Tekton, Jenkins, SRE Mindset)
Are you a highly motivated DevOps professional who thrives at the intersection of development, infrastructure and operations? Do you enjoy driving automation, streamlining delivery pipelines and ensuring high-availability platforms that support SaaS products? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to join a technology-driven company expanding its Swiss presence.
Our client, an innovative international SaaS business with growing Swiss operations, is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join their infrastructure team. You will be working in a hybrid environment (Solothurn base plus hybrid flexibility), collaborating across engineering, development and operations teams to help define, build and optimise the delivery platform supporting tens of thousands of users.
In this role you will design, implement and operate infrastructure and deployment pipelines. You’ll take ownership of Kubernetes clusters, container orchestration, automated build and release processes, and monitoring/alerting systems. You’ll work with tools like Terraform, Ansible or CloudFormation to build robust infrastructure as code. You’ll partner with software engineers to ensure production systems are scalable, resilient and secure, and you’ll embed SRE practices across the lifecycle.
You’ll be expected to monitor and manage system performance, lead incident investigations when required and implement mitigation strategies. Your day-to-day may include designing dashboards, improving observability using Prometheus/Grafana/Datadog, automating repetitive tasks, and continuously iterating on infrastructure and pipeline improvements. You’ll also contribute to evolution of deployment practices, configuration management and the overall reliability of the platform.
This is a strong opportunity to join a company where your contributions will have direct customer impact and where DevOps capabilities are central to growth and stability. You’ll be joining a forward-thinking team, operating in Agile modes, and working in a hybrid environment with a base in Solothurn.
Location: Solothurn, Switzerland / Hybrid working
Salary: CHF110,000 – CHF135,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Applicants must have the right to work in Switzerland.
Applicants must be able to speak Fluent German (C1).
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Log calls/ jobs on the helpdesk ERP system
Allocating work orders to the reactive engineering team
Placing product orders with the approved supply chain
Ensure all protocols, policies and procedures are met within the Helpdesk ERP system
Taking ownership for the PPM schedule & Reactive maintenance jobs
To ensure all tasks are completed in line with the associate KPI’s / SLA’s
To ensure 100% Portal compliance in line with individual client’s requirements
To ensure engineer / service reports are completed
Tracking jobs progress against predetermined KPI’s including response times
Updating assets history from external work record sheets
Regularly cleanse and refresh the electronic asset register to reflect the following
Asset/plant replacement & equipment
Disposal details of assets/plant & equipment
Warranty details
Location of plant & equipment
Suppliers & installers details
To initially deal with front-line complaints and service-related issues arising from reactive and planned works – reports to line manager – log complaints, monitor and process toward remedial and resolved outcomes
To provide general administrative support including, filing, document distribution, word processing, spreadsheets, data-base services/maintenance, ERP reports
Training:
Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard at workplace/day release at Northumberland Skills Campus
English and matha Level 2 functional skill if required
Training Outcome:
Full time employment within the company
Employer Description:CMS was established in the North East of England in 2000 by Neil and Nic Smith, both experienced engineers. Neil trained as a marine engineer working off-shore, and after university in Sheffield Nic went through the Mars Graduate Program and managed one of their largest production facilities.
The visionary brothers saw an opportunity to develop the company beyond its Northern heartlands and into a nationwide business, delivering a fantastic service throughout the country.
They invested significantly throughout the business, in senior management appointments, back office support, IT infrastructure, the HQ premises and most importantly a nationwide network of directly employed engineers.
This has allowed CMS to win significant contracts from large national businesses who appreciate having a single point of contact when it comes to the operation and compliance of their diverse property portfolios.Working Hours :Monday– Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm You will have a 30 minute lunch break.
37 hours 30 minutes a week.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
To fulfil the duties of a Trainee Civil Engineer in the assessment of rail structures, including Underline bridges, Overline bridges, footbridges, Undercrofts, Canopies, Train and Depot sheds, Side Bridges, Tunnels (that directly support external traffic loads), Other structures.
Deliver the specified assessments task on time, within budget
Provide and support to Project Team
Aim to ensure compliance with Company and to Network Rail, Highway, and other relevant standards
Aim to ensure the highest standards of safety
Preparation of technical assessment/design remits, calculations, reports and drawings, which are technically sounds engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements
Preparation for and undertaking of site work, to carry out inspections for assessment and inspection/examination of assets
Comply with technical standards, consistent with the project Technical Specification and in accordance with the requirements of Amey Integrated Managements System including Health & Safety, Environmental and all other appropriate regulations relevant standards and HSEQ documentation
Maintaining knowledge of industry best practice and where appropriate apply best practice and independent engineering judgement with the team environment
Assisting and mentoring of less experience or junior staff in the production of technical drawings, reports, and provision of feedback as appropriate
Maintain health, safety, and environmental compliance requirements, including the CDM RegulationsSupporting the project team in the preparations of cost estimates and subsequent successful delivery of commissions to programme, within budget and to the client’s requirements
Training:As part of your apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a Civil Engineer Level 6 apprenticeship which will take approximately 69 months to complete. You will be fully supported by our partnered college to achieve this qualification, having 1-2-1 advice and support, e-learning materials, and a whole team of experts on hand for advice and technical knowledge at your office. Training Outcome:
Permanent employment for the successful candidate after completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:Amey is a leading infrastructure services and engineering company. Our 11,000 people are behind the critical services the country relies on every day and we each take personal pride in our public service. Our unique engineering and operations experience, together with data driven insight from our consulting business, delivers better results for our clients. We are trusted partners of Government – both national and local – managing assets and complex projects that are vital to the country.Working Hours :Monday- Friday 09:00 -17:00 (Occasional weekend site work classed as overtime)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Key day-day tasks:
Day-to-day tasks will be project based, the successful candidate may be required to work on one project or a multitude projects in any given week, subject to workload
This work could vary and incorporate any of the below:
HVAC Systems - Chilled Water Systems
LTHW Systems - Domestic Water Systems / Boosted Systems - Above ground drainage - Specialist ventilation systems - Natural gas systems - BMS/BEMS and general controls - Clean room systems - Compressed air and specialist gasses/ - Builders work requirements
Environmental design AutoCAD 2D
Generating building / site plans
Generating schematics
Generating services layouts
Assisting the Project Management team with enquiries associated with drawings and making changes to layouts where required
Updating layouts / information based incoming client information, highlighting changes as well being responsible for managing incoming information and recording when new information is received
Issue drawing packages to clients / supply chain and be responsible keeping document issue records up to date
Assisting in improving drawing standards and digital engineering growth Assisting in design principles
Assisting in the production of manual design calculations
Assisting in the production of software design calculations
Equipment Schedules:
Assisting in the gathering of equipment selections and production of technical equipment schedules
Assisting in the completion of equipment enquiries to the supply chain
Site Activities:
Assist the design team in with the organisation of site validations and surveys
Attend site with the design team / project management team to assist with site surveys, technical assistance and general information gathering
Personal Tasks:
Be an enthusiastic learner and not afraid to ask the ‘silly question’
Accept that it is ok to make mistakes, make them and learn from them
Contribute to design standards, being aware and keeping up to date with current legislation, design guides as well as approved codes of practice
Training:
You will be required to attend our Bordesley Green/Longbridge campus one day a week 9am-5pm.
Training Outcome:
Upon completion of the apprenticeship the candidate can expect to graduate to Design Engineer
Whilst potentially after this route, perusing chartership
Employer Description:GB4 Mechanical Services Ltd are a mechanical building services design and build contractor providing bespoke and turnkey solutions for varying industries and clients. We offer inhouse
design as well as installation from feasibility to project handover. Working in a plethora of sectors no day is the same, from high end office fit-outs to manufacturing facilities and care homes. We are a small team, nurturing a culture of ‘people first’. We believe that a business is only as successful as the individuals who make it and with personnel growth and development comes business growth and development. We have a controlled appetite for growth, one that is sustainable but ensures a healthy work-life balance for all employees whilst maintaining the standards we pride ourselves on.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm.
It is expected that the successful candidate will be in the office for a minimum of three days a week, subject to the needs of the business and training requirements of the individual.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Our client is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to build secure, distributed MCP services powering AI agent workflows using Python, FastMCP, and Redis.
Requirements
5+ years of backend engineering experience with Python
Strong hands-on experience with async/await patterns, asyncio, and non-blocking I/O
Solid production experience with FastAPI and REST API design (OpenAPI / Swagger)
Proven experience building MCP servers using FastMCP (critical requirement)
Experience with Redis for distributed state management and caching
Strong SQL knowledge and experience with relational databases
Experience implementing authentication and authorization (OAuth2, JWT) and Azure Entra ID / SSO
Familiarity with distributed systems and event-driven architectures
Experience with Docker and containerized deployments
Strong testing mindset with experience in pytest / pytest-asyncio (TDD preferred)
Ability to troubleshoot complex systems and communicate technical concepts clearly
Experience with AI/LLM agent frameworks such as LangGraph, LangChain, or Langfuse (appreciated but not required)
Familiarity with Azure CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions, and observability platforms like Datadog (appreciated but not required)
Exposure to AI-assisted (“Vibe”) coding practices (appreciated but not required)
Role & Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain production-grade MCP servers using FastMCP with focus on performance and reliability
Develop RESTful APIs with proper endpoint design, error handling, and OpenAPI documentation
Implement async Python services using asyncio and httpx for non-blocking workloads
Build agentic workflow orchestration systems using event-driven patterns and webhooks
Manage distributed state persistence and caching using Redis with TTL strategies
Implement enterprise-grade security including OAuth2 flows, Azure Entra ID integration, and JWT validation
Create and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end test suites
Containerize applications with Docker and manage environments via docker-compose and Azure pipelines
Troubleshoot issues across the distributed stack and ensure system stability
Collaborate closely with platform and delivery teams to ship scalable AI infrastructure
For more information – please apply for this job or send your CV directly and we will contact you to provide further details.
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Mechanical Assembly Technician Nottingham
£27,000 + £28,000 + Monday to Friday + Work life balance + Annual Bonus + Full training provided + Family Feel + No Weekends + Great Staff Retention
Are you confident using hand tools & power tools, looking for a company that will fully train you on bespoke mechanical equipment? This is a mechancial assembly technician entry level role focused on repeatable build work in a structured engineering environment. We are recruiting for a Mechancial Assembly Technician to join a small, close knit engineering business with a strong reputation for developing its people and achieving long term retention with it's staff.
This role as Mechancial Assembly Technicican is well suited to individuals looking to start a career in engineering or to build on existing basic mechanical experience. This is a company that genuinely values its employees and focuses on long term career development rather than short term job placements. Staff retention is exceptionally strong, with many employees having been with the business for over ten years. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to feel valued while working within a supportive close knit team of skilled engineers.
Your role as Mechanical Assembly Technician will include:
Mechanical assembly and build
Tapping and fitting mechanical components
Drilling and screwing a variety of mechanical goods
The successful Mechanical Assembly Technician will need:
Experience using hand & power tools
Comfortable with build work
Ability to follow instructions and technical drawings
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Maintain machinery and equipment and find and resolve faults to optimise production levels
Conduct planned and predictive maintenance to prevent issues from occurring, as well as reactive maintenance, responding to breakdowns
Contribute to the installation and decommissioning of equipment
Work as part of a team or alone, depending on the task
On a daily basis, you will interact with other technicians and engineers, as well as with operational and site teams, and colleagues from Technical, Development, Finance & Planning
You will get involved in technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities
You will learn how to employ engineering practices that ensure food safety in line with food safety legislation, keeping machinery and equipment running to meet production needs and outputs
You will ensure that our practices comply with food safety, health and safety, environmental, sustainability, and engineering regulations and standards, as well as taking account business operation considerations such as cost and service level agreements
Training:
Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard which includes a Diploma in food and drink engineering maintenance.
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
This is a 3 x 6-week training block every academic year. Accommodation, food and travel are paid for by the company. Everyone gets individual secure accommodation and safeguarding measures are in place.Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm initially. Apprentices will move onto the site engineering pattern in the future.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
