Apprentice Engineer
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Company: PREMIER FOODS PLC
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Location: Wirral, CH46 1PR
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £23,809.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000030213
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Application Deadline Date: 30/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Shifts to be confirmed.
Brief Description
As part of this apprenticeship, you will gain core industry knowledge, including key principles of quality management systems and processes, best practice maintenance approaches and techniques and fault-finding techniques. You will learn how to replace components, operate heat exchanging equipment and the principles of cutting and welding.
Future Prospects
- It is envisaged that the successful applicant could carry on to a role as a multi-skilled technician on shift with us depending on how successful they are
Vacancy Detail
- In the first year of your apprenticeship, you will be based at college full-time. During college holidays, you will be required to attend site to begin applying what you’ve learned in a real-world environment
- In years two and three, you will spend most of your time on site, working alongside experienced engineers who will support and mentor you. This hands-on experience will help you build technical capability and develop strong problem-solving skills, enabling you to evaluate and implement effective solutions with confidence. You will continue your academic studies during this time through a block release programme at college
- In years four and five, you may transition to working shifts as part of a dedicated engineering team. This may involve both day and night shifts. Your performance during this period will be assessed to determine whether any additional qualifications are needed to further support your development at Premier Foods
- Once you have completed your apprenticeship, you will become a qualified multiskilled engineer
Other Information
This is a busy working environment where using a wide range of skills is essential. The role is based in a factory where hygiene and food standards are of paramount importance. Must be able to work within a small team.