Job Purpose
In this apprenticeship, you will follow a Process Engineering pathway, learning the science behind how we make sugar by operating and monitoring our chemical manufacturing process on an industrial scale. You will learn our unique process of producing refined sugar from sugar beet by using heat, cooling, pressure or a chemical/biochemical agent into an end product. You will also assist in the installation, operation, planned preventative maintenance, and repair of machinery such as pumps, scrolls, conveyors, and compressors.
This is a 30-month learning program, following the Science Manufacturing Technician Standard, achieving a Level 3 Process Technology qualification along with practical experience to prepare you for a Process Technician role. This role is ideal if you are career-minded with an interest in Science & Engineering and enjoy hands-on work with industrial equipment and the latest process control and computer automation technology.
This scheme offers you the opportunity to:
* Learn how the key operational functions—Extraction, Refinery, Pulp Management, and Energy—work within our factories.
* Gain solid knowledge of our processes and equipment.
* Understand our systems and procedures to work safely and efficiently.
* Develop behavioral skills to be a great team member.
What will you need?
* Be aged 18 and over as at 1 September 2025 for this shift-based role.
* Be living in and eligible to work in the UK.
* Have achieved or predicted a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Level 4/C, including Maths, English, and Science.
* Live our values of staying safe, driving to action, working together, respecting each other, and being open and flexible.
We are committed to creating an environment where all our people are treated with respect and given opportunities to succeed. We want British Sugar to be a great, inclusive place to work for everyone.
A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need assistance. We will contact you directly if needed.
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