Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

CROFT INDUSTRIAL BOILERS SERVICES LIMITED

DONCASTER (DN10 6AE)

Closes in 22 days (Friday 28 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 6 August 2026

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Summary

Ready to launch your career? Gain hands-on experience, practical skills, and real growth with a company that genuinely invests in you. CIBS is looking for a motivated Mechanical Engineering Apprentice to join their small family run business based in Scrooby. Kickstart your future—apply today!

Wage

£9,984 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Weekend work may be available. Saturday at approx. £12 p/h and Sunday at £16 p/h.

Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Initially 3 days per-week. 08:00 - 16:30, including one day spent at college on day-release. There is a potential for overtime dependant on workload.

24 hours a week

Start date

Monday 31 August 2026

Duration

2 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 Mechanical Engineering Apprentice, you'll be initially responsible for (but not limited to) the following:

  • The maintenance and repair of pressure vessels and related industrial equipment
  • Communicate effectively with clients and insurance inspectors
  • Work to quality standards required for the components/vessels
  • Use a variety of manual equipment to complete tasks as required, such as cutting gaskets, removing/stripping steam valves
  • Use lifting equipment, working at height equipment and gas detection safety equipment (once trained)
  • Inspect and prep removed components
  • Maintaining a clean, organised and productive work area for colleagues and yourself
  • Adapting to various working environments and site-based challenges (temperature, weather conditions etc.)

You’ll learn side-by-side with management who is passionate about sharing their knowledge, giving you hands-on exposure to a wide range of tasks and a real understanding of how their business operates. With dedicated mentoring and support, you’ll build confidence, develop in-demand skills, and lay strong foundations for a long-term career in engineering.

If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and ready to take your first step into a unique role with a supportive employer, apply now. This opportunity at CIBS will be highly sought after — don’t miss your chance to get started.

Where you'll work

RENCLIFFE
CHAPEL LANE
SCROOBY
DONCASTER
DN10 6AE

Training

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

Training provider

RNN GROUP

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

The successful candidate will continue their studies with apprenticeship specialists, RNN Group at their Worksop campus on a day release format, giving you the training and support you need to become an all-rounded and successful Engineer.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths & English (grade A*-C/9-4)

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
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Good attitude to work
  • Ability to prioritise workload
  • Work under pressure

Other requirements

This is a successful small business with a fantastic reputation that works to a tight schedule. They are looking for someone who can get to them in a morning punctually (think about the location of the business and transport links), listen/learn and use their own initiative to quickly become a valued and productive member of the team.

A level of flexibility is required due to changing work locations and start times. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle would be beneficial.

About this employer

Minimise Downtime – Maximise Efficiency

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At Croft Industrial Boiler Services, we understand the importance of keeping your pressure system  running efficiently and reliably.

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As part of our service we will work closely with your engineers to ensure that any work is completed with the minimum of disruption to your business. Whether this is part of a planned maintenance shutdown or emergency repairs, we will always perform to the highest standards.

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As a family run business we are able to work flexibly to accommodate our customers’ needs.

 

All our coded welding work is carried out to BS EN ISO 9606-1:2013

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Company benefits

Pension scheme (if applicable).

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Further industry appropriate training.

A lifelong career in the engineering industry with Croft Industrial Boiler Services.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

RNN GROUP

Lorraine

lorraine.savage@rnngroup.ac.uk

07713 319356

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046686.

Apply now

Closes in 22 days (Friday 28 August 2026 at 11:59pm)