Apprentice Maintenance Engineer

To work alongside experienced engineers to develop the skills, knowledge, and experience required to maintain, repair, and improve manufacturing and production equipment. The role combines practical, hands-on training with formal academic study, supporting equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

What you'll do

• Assist with planned preventive maintenance (PPM) activities on production machinery and site equipment
• Support engineers in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults
• Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and schematics
• Participate in equipment inspections and condition monitoring activities
• Assist with machine installations, modifications, and improvement projects
• Complete maintenance records and documentation accurately
• Ensure work is carried out in accordance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and efficiency
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and tidy condition
• Attend and successfully complete the associated apprenticeship training programme
• Develop a strong understanding of engineering principles, maintenance practices, and industry standards

Training

• Engineering Maintenance Technician - dual discipline Level 3
• 1 day a week at Northampton College Booth Lane

After the apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, opportunities may exist to progress into roles such as:

• Maintenance Engineer
• Multi-Skilled Engineer

Skills

• IT skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 4)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 4)

About the employer

Groupe Plastivaloire, run by a family since the beginning, has been able to position itself as a global player in the industry, by innovating, by investing in its production tool and by positioning itself in sectors of the future. To satisfy our global markets, we develop as close as possible to our customers' production centres, in Europe, North America and soon in Asia.

Our strategy combines a long-term view and the capacity to seize opportunities boldly and with reactivity.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Engineering maintenance technician - dual discipline (level 3), Engineering and manufacturing
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 4 Years
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm.
• Start date: 1 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 a year