Lifting Operations Apprentice

SULZER PUMPS (UK) LIMITED

West Yorkshire (LS11 8BR)

Closes in 20 days (Friday 6 March 2026)

Posted on 9 February 2026

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Summary

You’ll learn how to safely support lifting, moving, and positioning heavy engineering equipment— including pumps weighing up to 150 tonnes. This apprenticeship builds core skills in rigging, slinging, lifting planning, and safe use of lifting equipment within a world‑class engineering environment.

• Wage:

  £14,526.20 to £23,492.04, depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage

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  Enjoy planned pay rises throughout your apprenticeship, with a market‑leading, competitive salary waiting for you upon completion.

• Training course: Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)
• Hours: 37 hours a week, Monday to Thursday, 07.00 - 15.30. Friday, 07.00 - 12.00. One half hour unpaid break per day.

  37 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 7 September 2026

• Duration:

  4 years

• Positions available:

  1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

As a Lifting Operations Apprentice, you’ll be part of the workshop and site teams responsible for handling some of the largest and most complex rotating equipment in the industry. Your role will include:

• Supporting the safe lifting, movement, and positioning of heavy pumps and components, some weighing up to 150 tonnes
• Learning correct rigging and slinging techniques, including selecting the right lifting accessories and preparing loads for lifting
• Assisting with crane operations, working under supervision to plan lifts, attach loads, and guide crane movements
• Inspecting lifting gear and equipment, ensuring chains, slings, shackles, and lifting beams are safe, certified, and fit for purpose
• Reading and understanding lifting plans, risk assessments, and method statements as part of safe system of work training
• Supporting workshop operations, helping to move large components between work areas for repair, assembly, or testing
• Maintaining accurate records for lifting equipment inspections, usage, and compliance requirements
• Following strict health, safety, and environmental procedures, including safe manual handling, hazard awareness, and equipment checks
• Working alongside experienced lifting technicians, engineers, and workshop teams to gain practical skills and professional confidence
• Contributing to continuous improvement, helping identify safer or more efficient ways to plan and execute lifts

Where you'll work

Manor Mill Lane Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS11 8BR

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

HEART OF YORKSHIRE EDUCATION GROUP

Training course

Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Conduct risk assessments within the working environment.
• Apply safe working practices in line with associated health and safety legislation and company policy.
• Receive products in line with organisational procedures.
• Store and pick products in line with organisational procedures.
• Dispatch products in line with organisational procedures.
• Decant, pack products in line with organisational procedures.
• Communicate with others verbally, for example internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers.
• Communicate in writing with others, for example internal and external customers, colleagues and managers.
• Load and unload products, considering the product that is to be moved and its current and planned destination.
• Use tools and equipment to aid in product handling.
• Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
• Locate and use operational information, electronic or paper based, required to fulfil contractual requirements.
• Select, prepare, and use packaging materials that reduce waste and mitigate environmental impacts.
• support under instruction scheduled and unscheduled stock taking activities relevant to the organisation and product.
• Identify and escalate problems beyond own responsibility.
• Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
• Follow equity, diversity and inclusion rules.
• Carry out and record learning and development activities.
• Conducts handover activities.
• Conduct risk assessments within the working environment.
• Apply safe working practices in line with associated health and safety legislation and company policy.
• Receive products in line with organisational procedures.
• Store and pick products in line with organisational procedures.
• Dispatch products in line with organisational procedures.
• Decant, pack products in line with organisational procedures.
• Communicate with others verbally, for example internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers.
• Communicate in writing with others, for example internal and external customers, colleagues and managers.
• Load and unload products, considering the product that is to be moved and its current and planned destination.
• Use tools and equipment to aid in product handling.
• Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
• Locate and use operational information, electronic or paper based, required to fulfil contractual requirements.
• Select, prepare, and use packaging materials that reduce waste and mitigate environmental impacts.
• support under instruction scheduled and unscheduled stock taking activities relevant to the organisation and product.
• Identify and escalate problems beyond own responsibility.
• Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
• Follow equity, diversity and inclusion rules.
• Carry out and record learning and development activities.
• Conducts handover activities.

Training schedule

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

More training information

This apprenticeship will be delivered on a day‑release basis, with one dedicated day each week spent at college/training provider.

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Physical fitness

About this employer

Sulzer is a global leader in fluid engineering, renowned for its expertise in pumps, agitators, compressors, and critical rotating equipment across various industries. With a legacy spanning over 190 years, Sulzer operates in more than 180 locations worldwide, delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions that drive efficiency and sustainability. In 2026, Sulzer was once again recognised as one of the UK’s Top Employers by the Top Employers Institute, reflecting its commitment to excellence in employee development, workplace culture, and career progression.

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Company benefits

• Increasing pay throughout the apprenticeship
• 33 Days Annual Leave
• Company-wide Bonus Schemes 
• Pension plan
• Onsite 24/7 Gym
• Onsite Canteen
• Free Parking

After this apprenticeship

Clear progression routes, with many past apprentices now thriving in leadership and specialist roles.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HEART OF YORKSHIRE EDUCATION GROUP

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000014075.

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Closes in 20 days (Friday 6 March 2026)

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.