Apprentice Mechanical Maintenance Technician Tormitchell, KA26 0TT About Breedon Group: Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact. Have you always had that knack for practical, hands-on tasks? Did childhood hobbies see you taking things apart and putting them together? Are you often curious about how things are made and why things work? If so, perhaps mechanical maintenance engineering is your career call. Earn as you learn, combining college study for a SCQF Level 6 in Mechanical Maintenance Engineering, with industry experience at one of the largest independent construction materials group in the Ireland and the UK. Breedon is a home for inquisitive learners. Quarries, cement, and construction are no longer old-fashioned sectors. We're providing the foundation for our lives, building the places where we live and work, play and in-between. Interested in ?Being paid to go to college; earn as you learn, without having to 'work the time back' Achieving a Level 6 Apprenticeship in a sought-after engineering discipline Full company funding of any fees for qualifications and training No need to buy your own kit or any work equipment; it's all on us 40 hours per week, rising to 48 on completion of the 4-year apprenticeship A competitive salary significantly higher than the national minimum wage for apprentices Support from a community of apprentices; a collaborative and comprehensive induction A huge variety of potential career progression pathways at a stable, thriving business As an Apprentice Mechanical Maintenance Technician: You'll perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on mechanical equipment, machinery, and systems by dismantling, examining, replacing, and reassembling mechanical and electrical systems and components Monitor equipment performance and use predictive maintenance techniques Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history Assist in the installation, testing, and commissioning of new machinery and equipment Ensure mechanical systems are installed according to manufacturer specifications and safety regulations Support mechanical maintenance projects and continuous improvement initiatives Work closely with production and electricians to ensure smooth plant operations Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures. You will attend college; the choice of college will be dependent on where you live. If you're one to tiptoe around puddles with trepidation, maybe this role isn't for you. If you have a natural affinity with the great outdoors, in all weathers, then now we're talking! Do you offer ?Four National 5 qualifications, Grades C or above, including B or higher in Math's and a Science subject A demonstrable interest in engineering - via education and/or work experience The ability to work in outdoor and rugged environments Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording data A practical, hands-on approach to work The awareness to work safely on a construction site or production depot Flexibility in your working pattern and also when it comes to business needs and change Possess good organisational and communication skill Throughout you're apprenticeship you will be expected to have a valid UK driving licence which will be essential for site-based work In joining us, you won't be thrown in the deep end or treated like just a number; you'll work in a close-knit team, with someone always on hand to offer help. Why Breedon ?Here's what one of our existing employees want to tell you Jorden, a Mobile Plant Operative based in Longwater, East Anglia. "I didn't need any previous experience within the field and have been given all the help and support that I need to do well within my role. I had gotten to the age where I no longer wanted just a job but a career, and I really feel that I have found that within Breedon. Now I am working in this industry, I can't imagine wanting to do anything else." Additional benefits for this role include: Salary- £21,257.60 - £23,316.80 Company Pension Scheme 33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Share Saver Scheme participation Company Life Assurance Scheme Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways. Interested? Click on the following website to find your role and apply. Diversity Statement: At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.