Food & Drink Engineering Maintenance Apprenticeship - Dalston NESTLE UK LTD.

Are you methodical, forward-thinking and keen to learn a wide range of electrical and mechanical engineering skills alongside experts? Nestlé’s Engineering Apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity to learn, develop and progress as part of a dedicated team in one of our factories, working with some of the world’s biggest and most-loved brands.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 29 Feb 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £17,085.00

    Varys by site, starting from £17,085

  • Working week

    Days and shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    4 Years

  • Possible start date

    05 Aug 2024

  • Date posted

    08 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000209966

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

You’ll be learning in the real-world of work as well as in the classroom. Developing some big career skills from the world’s largest food and drink manufacturer! You’re going to be working hard, so you deserve to be rewarded for it.

Duties may include but wouldn't be limited to:

  • Developing skills in mechanical fitting
  • Turning
  • Welding
  • Isolation
  • Problem solving
  • Planned maintenance
  • Root cause analysis and coaching others

The training you will be getting

Our programme lasts four years and mixes block release college studies with real on the job work experience in a range of different electrical and mechanical engineering technologies, to provide extensive learning and application opportunities. You will study the Level 3 Food & Drink Engineering Maintenance Apprenticeship standard alongside other Nestlé Engineering Apprentices from around the UK, on block release at North West Training Council in Liverpool.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

We are looking to set you up for an exciting and varied career at Nestlé with extensive opportunities to continue your learning and development following completion of your Apprenticeship. Our previous apprentices have gone from Technician roles to become Engineering Specialists, Maintenance Managers, Project Engineers and Engineering Managers looking after teams of people and multi-million pound budgets.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Problem solving skills, Initiative, Ambitious

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English Language (Grade 9 - 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9 - 4) Essential

About the employer

Established in 1990, Cereal Partners Worldwide is a long-standing partnership between Nestlé & General Mills, bringing together the world-class capabilities of both companies. Headquartered in Switzerland, CPW employs 4,000 employees and is present in 130 markets. CPW is a leading global breakfast cereal company behind some of the world’s most iconic breakfast cereals brands – think Nesquik, Cheerios, Shreddies and Shredded Wheat to name just but a few.

Employer

NESTLE UK LTD.

Address

Nestlé UK Ltd

CA5 7NH

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Training

Training provider

NORTH WEST TRAINING COUNCIL

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Food and drink maintenance engineer

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

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This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 29 Feb 2024