Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice
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Company: ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND ERITH LIMITED
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Location: Erith Kent, DA8 1DL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £17,000.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000035804
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Application Deadline Date: 03/07/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC.
Brief Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship at ADM Erith. During the programme, the apprentice will gain a Level 3 recognised diploma/ qualification, whilst also gaining valuable on-the-job practical experience.
Training to be Provided
Year 1
- Day release (Tuesdays) focuses on knowledge
- Skills Training delivered in blocks of 4 weeks (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday)
- Focus is on fundamentals to prepare the learner for the workplace
Year 2
- Day release (Mondays) focuses on knowledge
- Workplace integration
- Workplace visits from IPS trainer every 4-6 weeks
Year 3-4
- Monthly day release during year 3 to work on an engineering project
- Continued workplace visits from IPS trainer every 4-6 weeks
- Learner is prepared for transition into gateway and apprenticeship assessment completing all requirements of the apprenticeship
Future Prospects
Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
Vacancy Detail
Day to day activities will vary for the apprentice, however, during their time with ADM, they will learn the following:
- how to perform planned maintenance inspections.
- how to repair, install and inspect a wide range of equipment.
- respond to breakdowns with the onsite Mechanical Technicians.
- learn and participate in risk assessments and method statements for maintenance tasks.
- gain an understanding of and using maintenance metrics.
Other Information
Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete an eligibility check phone call with IPS International, Apprenticeship Training Provider. Please note that your application cannot proceed without completing this call.
Enrolment onto your apprenticeship programme is subject to prior attainment checks, and your Personal Learning Record will be reviewed upon successful appointment. We are also obligated to follow the guidelines around eligibility, set out by the government apprenticeship funding rules.
NB: Please include minimum qualifications (GCSE maths and English grades) in your apprenticeship application. Tailor your application to the vacancy, dedicating 1-2 paragraphs for each question to demonstrate interest in the role and the company.
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