Tennant - Level 3 - Field Service Engineering Apprentice (Maintenance)
TENNANT UK CLEANING SOLUTIONS LTD
Bolton (BL3 6AN)
Closes in 27 days (Friday 4 July 2025)
Posted on 5 June 2025
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Summary
As an Apprentice Service Technician, you will work alongside experienced Field Service Engineers to learn how to diagnose, repair, and maintain Tennant’s advanced range of floor cleaning equipment at customer sites, supported by Make UK as your training provider.
- Wage
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£14,329.90 a year
- Training course
- Engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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At Make UK - Monday, 10.00am - 6.00pm. Tuesday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm. Friday, 8.00am - 12.30pm.
36 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Wednesday 17 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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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
Due to the role's health and safety and safeguarding protocols, only applicants over the age on 18 in September 2025 will be considered.
As an Apprentice Service Technician, you will embark on a structured training programme combining practical on-the-job experience with academic learning to become a fully qualified Mechatronics Maintenance Technician.
You will work alongside experienced Field Service Engineers to learn how to diagnose, repair, and maintain Tennant’s advanced range of floor cleaning equipment. The apprenticeship is supported by Make UK and leads to a Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician qualification. During your training at Make UK, you will travel to Birmingham and stay in a fully funded hotel, on a half board basis. All travel to and from Birmingham, your breakfast and evening meal and accommodation are all paid for by Tennant.
Key Responsibilities
Under supervision and as training progresses, you will:
- Assist in servicing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of cleaning equipment (mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems)
- Shadow experienced Service Technicians during field visits to customer sites
- Learn to carry out fault diagnosis, repairs, and preventative maintenance
- Support customer communication and provide operator training
- Help maintain accurate job records and stock management
- Adhere to all health & safety policies and quality standards
- Attend college/workshops as required by the apprenticeship programme
- Develop skills in the use of diagnostic tools and equipment
- Build strong knowledge of Tennant equipment, procedures, and customer service standards
Where you'll work
Field Based Role With Patch S Central Point in Bolton
Bolton
BL3 6AN
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
EEF LIMITED
Your training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
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Your training plan
Together with invaluable commercial and practical experience, you’ll gain several academic and vocational qualifications throughout your time with us and Make UK, which are fully paid for, including:
- Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Practical Foundation Training – in year 1, in 6 week blocks to include 4 weeks at Make UK and 2 weeks in company
- Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Workplace Competence Training - in years 2 to 4 in company
- Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Knowledge - in Years 1, 2 & 3 on block release to Make UK
- In house training in line with your requirements.
- Further qualifications deemed necessary by your employer
On completion of your studies and End Point Assessment (EPA), you will achieve your full apprenticeship certification that will prove competence as a Level 3 Engineering Technician.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English Language (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
- Science (or other relevant subject) (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
This role is field based so you will cover a patch with the central point being the centre of Bolton. You must be happy to travel and potentially stay away from home. You should also note the residential portion of the course, spending time in Birmingham, residing in a fully funded hotel. Make UK and Tennant reserve the right to close the advert without notice, so apply now to avoid disappointment.
About this company
About Tennant UK Cleaning Solutions Ltd Tennant Company is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and marketing solutions that help create a cleaner, safer, and healthier world. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, we provide cutting-edge cleaning machines and services to customers worldwide. Our UK division plays a critical role in delivering field-based technical service and support to our customers across a range of industries.
Company benefits
• Full support and mentoring throughout your apprenticeship • A dedicated personal development plan • Company van • Uniform, mobile phone, and specialist tools provided • Long-term career opportunities with a global company
After this apprenticeship
Once qualified, you will get the opportunity to join our field based service team.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
EEF LIMITED
Make UK Recruitment Team
asrecruitment@makeuk.org
01213447900
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000324646.
Apply now
Closes in 27 days (Friday 4 July 2025)
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