Our Contracts Delivery Team is looking for an Apprentice Mechanical Engineer / Fitter to join our team at our East Kilbride branch. This is an excellent opportunity to develop practical mechanical engineering skills while working towards recognised qualifications in a real project environment.\n\nYou will work alongside experienced mechanical fitters, electricians and engineers, supporting the installation, assembly and commissioning of wastewater pumping systems for the housing developer market.\n\nThe Company\nEstablished in 1981, Ferrier Pumps has grown to become a leading provider of pumps and associated equipment, offering supply, installation, repair and maintenance services across a wide range of industries.\n\nWith offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen, we support customers throughout Scotland and the North of England, operating in sectors including Water & Power, Agriculture, Oil & Gas, Marine, Biogas, Brewing & Distilling, Leisure and Food Processing.\n\nFerrier Pumps is committed to developing future engineers through structured training, mentoring and hands-on experience.\n\nBenefits\nâ¢\tCompetitive apprentice salary (dependent on age and experience)\nâ¢\tStructured apprenticeship with on-the-job training and mentoring\nâ¢\tOvertime opportunities (where appropriate)\nâ¢\tPaid travel time outside normal commute to base\nâ¢\tCompany pension scheme\nâ¢\t25 daysâ annual leave 9 local holidays\nâ¢\tCompany van (role/qualification dependent)\nâ¢\tMobile phone (role dependent)\nâ¢\tClear career progression opportunities on successful completion of apprenticeship As an Apprentice Mechanical Engineer / Fitter, you will support the Contracts Delivery Team in delivering new and upgrade wastewater pumping system installations, working in accordance with Scottish Water specifications.\n\nThe role will involve a mix of college, workshop-based activities at our East Kilbride facility and on-site installation work, providing broad exposure to mechanical engineering and installation practices.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nâ¢\tAssisting with mechanical assembly and fit-out of pumping stations and kiosks\nâ¢\tSupporting installation of pumps, pipework, valves and associated equipment\nâ¢\tAssisting with alignment, testing and commissioning activities under supervision\nâ¢\tSupporting factory acceptance testing prior to delivery to site\nâ¢\tAssisting with on-site installation of mechanical plant and pipework\nâ¢\tLearning to read and work from mechanical drawings, layouts and specifications\nâ¢\tCompleting basic surveys, reports and documentation as required\nâ¢\tMaintaining high standards of health, safety and workmanship\nâ¢\tWorking under the guidance of the Mechanical Supervisor and Project Engineer\n Skills & Requirements\n\nEssential:\nâ¢\tStrong interest in mechanical engineering or fitting\nâ¢\tWillingness to learn and develop new skills\nâ¢\tGood communication skills and a positive attitude\nâ¢\tAbility to follow instructions and work safely\nâ¢\tGood timekeeping and organisational skills\nâ¢\tBasic IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)\n\nDesirable (but not essential):\nâ¢\tCurrently enrolled in, or willing to enrol in, a mechanical engineering apprenticeship or college course\nâ¢\tPrevious workshop, site or engineering experience\nâ¢\tInterest in pumps, mechanical plant or the water industry\nâ¢\tClean driving licence or willingness to work towards one\n\nPersonal Attributes\nâ¢\tMotivated, reliable and eager to learn\nâ¢\tGood team player with a flexible approach\nâ¢\tAbility to work independently when required\nâ¢\tStrong focus on health, safety and quality\n