Mechanical Craft Apprenticeship - Ketton Cement Plant Kickstart Your Engineering Career with a Leading Name in the Cement Industry! Are you ready to get hands-on, earn while you learn, and build a future in mechanical engineering? We're offering an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Apprentice to join our expert engineering team at Ketton Cement Plant - one of the UK's top cement producers. What's in it for you? Earn industry-recognised qualifications while gaining real-world experience Work alongside skilled engineers on cutting-edge equipment Be part of a company with 3 major cement plants across the UK Career progression opportunities within or beyond the business Your Apprenticeship Journey (42-48 months) You'll split your time between college and on-site training, gaining: Level 2 & 3 Diplomas in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (College) Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (In-Company) Specialist skills in: Mechanical systems maintenance Fluid & pneumatic power Electrical & process control equipment Fault diagnosis, testing & commissioning What You'll Be Doing Supporting maintenance and repairs on plant equipment Learning from experienced engineers in a real manufacturing environment Rotating through different departments to understand the full cement-making process Contributing ideas to improve processes and safety What We're Looking For 5 GCSEs (Grades 9-4) including Maths, English & Science A team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills Passion for engineering and a hands-on approach Rewards & Benefits We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including: Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more) Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities Start Date: September 2024 Ready to build your future with us? Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career in mechanical engineering!